Communicable Disease Reporting & Resource Manual

Guide provides disease information, reporting, immunization and county services info for healthcare providers.

Overview

This online manual was developed by Spokane Regional Health District as a quick-reference guide for Spokane County providers. The manual includes information on communicable diseases, Spokane County reporting procedures, immunization schedules, fact sheets and a listing of SRHD services.


Introduction


Reporting


Hepatitis

The following fact sheets include information about Hepatitis A, B and C.


Hepatitis Resources
Hepatitis A Fact Sheet Hepatitis B Fact Sheet
Hepatitis C Fact Sheet

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

This section includes information about sexually transmitted diseases pertaining to HIV testing, bloodborne pathogen exposure, treatment and screening.


Sexually Transmitted Disease Resources
HIV Testing for Medical Providers
STD Screening Recommendations & Considerations Referenced in Treatment Guidelines and Original Sources (CDC)
Substantial Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
15 Tidbits About Syphilis
STD Treatment Guidelines (DOH/CDC)

Tuberculosis & Respiratory Conditions

Find information about tuberculosis and influenza in this section, including fact sheets, drug regimen recommendations and vaccination policies.


Tuberculosis & Respiratory Conditions Resources
TB Fact Sheet
TB Drug Regimen Recommendations
How is 2-Step TB Testing Done?
Seasonal Influenza Fact Sheet
TB Skin Test Interpretation
Influenza Vaccination Policies for Healthcare Personnel
Diagnosis of TB in Adults and Children

Antibiotic Resistance

This section includes information about antibiotics and their uses, and antibiotic resistance, including a booklet about MRSA.


Antibiotic Resistance Resources
Introduction to Antibiotic Resistance
Sinus Infection
Bronchitis
Sore Throat
Ear Infections
Living with MRSA Booklet
Runny Nose

Immunizations


Fact Sheets


Other SRHD Programs and Services

SRHD provides disease prevention and response-related services to the communities of Spokane County; services include the following:


Other SRHD Programs and Services
Breast, Cervical & Colon Cancer Screening
Opioid Prevention
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition

Vaping Device Prevention

Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD)
Data Center
Senior Falls Prevention Spokane County Clinic Referral List
Tobacco Prevention