Central District Health Dept

What is Infectious Disease?

Disease can spread fast! It's the job of the Infectious Disease Department to pay attention to what is spreading nationally and track how it's impacting us locally. It's a big job but we're dedicated to giving you the information you need to stay as healthy as possible. If you have questions about what we do, please feel free to call or send us a message. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has statutes for reportable conditions. Information on Reportable Conditions . . .

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

Lead is a toxic metal that can be found in and around homes, in soil, and in some consumer products. Lead poisoning can cause learning disabilities in children and many other illnesses. You can check if your child needs a lead test by visiting: Does my child need a lead test? If you have questions about childhood lead testing email or call 308-385-5175.

Sexually Transmitted Infections

We assist with partner notification, referral for treatment, provide education and safety kits. If you have questions regarding STI's please contact us STI Email .

Respiratory Virus Guidance and Flu Reports

Each year, respiratory viruses are responsible for millions of illnesses and thousands of hospitalizations and deaths in the United States. In addition to the virus that causes COVID-19, there are many other types of respiratory viruses, including flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The good news is there are actions you can take to help protect yourself and others from health risks caused by respiratory viruses. The Central District Health Department wants to keep you from getting sick with . . .

MPox

Mpox has been identified in Nebraska. Vaccination is an important tool in preventing the spread of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox). For more information on vaccine recommendations and vaccination sites browse the related sites listed below. Take this survey to see if you qualify for Mpox Vaccine

Rabies

Rabies in humans is preventable through prompt appropriate medical care, if left untreated it can be fatal. Rabies can spread to people and pets if they are bitten or scratched by a rabid animal. In Nebraska, rabies is mostly found in wild animals like bats, raccoons, and skunks. If you have come in contact with a rabid animal seek medical care immediately.

Infection Control

We are proud to be in collaboration with the Infection Control Assessment and Promotion Program (ICAP) to help promote infection control throughout the Central District. ICAP offers no cost, peer-to-peer infection control assessments and recommendations. Our team includes experienced infection preventionists, infectious disease trained medical directors, and professional educators.

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