After Hours Phone: 563-326-8618 DEAF RELAY: (Hearing or Speech Impaired) 711 or 1-800-735-2942 Number is available 24/7 to report public health emergencies. Weekend Disease Reporting Hotline: 1-800-362-2736
What is Rabies? Rabies disease affects the brain and is fatal to humans. It is spread by animals infected by the rabies virus like bats, raccoons, skunks, and others. The best prevention is to avoid animal bites and vaccinate pets. Learn more about rabies in the October newsletter.
If disaster strikes, are you ready? Whether at home, in our neighborhoods, at work/school, or traveling the globe, prepare for everywhere! Check out the September Public Health Connection Newsletter to learn more.