Diseases and Infections

Avian influenza

Get the latest information and resources on avian influenza.

COVID-19

Get the latest updates and learn about symptoms, treatment, travel and how to protect yourself.

Diseases of Public Health Significance

Certain diseases need to be reported to the local Medical Officer of Health.

Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBL) Bacterial Infections

Learn about the causes, risk factors, prevention and control of ESBL.

Influenza (the Flu)

Influenza (or “the flu”) is a respiratory infection caused by influenza A and B viruses.

Lyme Disease and Other Tick-Borne Diseases

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread by the blacklegged tick.

Measles

Learn about measles symptoms, how it spreads, and how to protect yourself and your family.

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

MRSA are strains of staphylococcus aureus bacteria that became difficult to treat.

Mpox

Get the latest information and resources on MPOX (formerly known as monkeypox).

Preventing Communicable Diseases: A-Z Index

The Health Department conducts case management for all diseases of public health significance.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Learn about TB disease symptoms, risks, treatment and who to call for more information.

West Nile virus

Learn about West Nile virus (WNV).