Communicable Diseases
The Linn County Public Health Communicable Disease program:
- performs disease surveillance activities
- investigates reportable diseases and conditions
- responds to disease outbreaks in the community
- implements control measures to stop the spread of diseases in order to protect and promote the health and well-being of county residents
The Linn County Public Health Communicable Diseases Program works in close collaboration with Linn County Public Health's Health Officer, Dr. William Muth.
All Oregon physicians, other health care providers and laboratorians are required by law to report certain diseases and conditions to the patient's local health department. Some cases are subject to restrictions (OAR Division 19) on school attendance, day care attendance, patient care, and food handling.
Reporting a Disease or Condition
Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am- 5:00 pm call (541) 967-3888, ext. 2488
- For diseases or conditions that require immediate reporting when the office is closed call (541) 750-0090
- Learn what to report and when by visiting the Oregon Health Authority's Communicable Disease website
- Learn how to report a disease or condition by visiting the Oregon Health Authority's Reporting Page
