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The Office of Infectious Diseases (OID) The mission of the Office of Infectious Diseases (OID) is to provide for the prevention, detection, control, and investigation of potential infectious diseases and clusters of illness through multi-disciplinary collaboration. The goal of the OID is to decrease the morbidity and mortality from infectious diseases and contribute to the wellness of those who live, work, and play in DeKalb County through the application of epidemiological principles and methods. The OID is responsible for the investigation, control, and prevention of infectious diseases and clusters of diseases, including agents of bioterrorism, for internal and external customers in DeKalb County, excepting sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Program
Staff Provider's Corner Provider involvement in the care, follow-up, and reporting of certain diseases in DeKalb County is necessary to maintain the health of our community at large. Notifiable
Disease- Detailed information on specific diseases for providers
and patients DeKalb Link, a quarterly newsletter aimed at strengthening the connection in our community between health care providers and the DeKalb County Board of Health.
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Infectious
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