Communicable Disease
Communicable diseases are illnesses caused by viruses or bacteria that people spread to one another through contact with contaminated surfaces, bodily fluids, blood products, insect bites, or through the air.
Disease surveillance is important to detect potential outbreaks of illness within Morgan County. Communicable Disease staff verify reports of diseases, outbreaks and conduct investigations on reportable diseases in Illinois.
The Communicable Disease program serves as a resource for the general public, schools and day cares as well as community and medical entities regarding infectious diseases, infection control and prevention and pandemic preparedness. All reportable diseases in Illinois (except tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infections) are reported to the CD program.
CONTACT US
Communicable Disease Program
Physical Address
425 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
Phone: 217-245-5111
FAX: 217-243-4773
Animal Bites & Rabies:
If You Have Been Bitten
Don’t panic, but don’t ignore the bite.
Wash the wound thoroughly and vigorously with soap and lots of water.
If possible, capture the animal under a large box or at least try to identify it before it runs away. Don’t try to pick the animal up. If the animal cannot be caught and it must be killed to prevent its escape, don’t damage the head. The brain will be needed to test for rabies.
Contact your physician or medical provider, then call to notify the Health Department 217-245-5111
Report any bite to Morgan County Animal Control as soon as possible after obtaining necessary medical attention! Telephone: 217-245-4015