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Communicable Disease Education
To prevent and control communicable disease in Vilas County, the Public Health Department is utilizing the tools of surveillance, outbreak response, education, and preparedness activities.
A communicable disease or condition may be transmitted directly or indirectly from person to person. Communicable disease outbreaks and risks usually receive widespread media attention and community interest. The Public Health Department proactively educates and addresses concerns and inquiries of the news media on communicable diseases.
HIV/AIDS Testing Program
The HIV/AIDS Testing program provides confidential and anonymous testing and counseling. The Oneida County Health Department is one of six anonymous HIV testing sites in Northern Wisconsin. The program also provides HIV/AIDS education and testing to at risk populations.
Sexually Transmitted Disease Program
State statutes mandate county health departments to provide sexually transmitted disease follow-up, assure that contacts receive screening and treatment, and collaborate with area health care providers on surveillance and follow-up.
Tuberculosis Control Program
The Tuberculosis Control (TB) program facilitates activities to ensure identification and appropriate follow-up care of individuals who may be at higher than usual risk of contracting or spreading tuberculosis. Of particular concern are those individuals who live or work in congregate settings such as community-based residential facilities, day care programs, foster care homes, the County Jail and residential treatment centers.
For additional information on communicable diseases, visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website.