Outbreak Prevention & Control
The Infectious Disease Surveillance and Response Program is available to assist with outbreak investigation and management, identifying sources and mitigating transmission, developing strategies to prevent future outbreaks, and educating about prevention and control strategies for reportable diseases like COVID-19 to all members of the Howard County community. To reach us by phone call 410-313-1412, or email our team at infectiousdisease@howardcountymd.gov.
Resources
HCPSS, Private Schools, Sports and Childcare
Acute Care, Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities and Medical Congruent Homes
- Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Person…
- CMS QSO-23-13-ALL
- CMS Visitation FAQ
- Nursing Home Matters Orders
- CDC Strategizes to Mitigate Healthcare Personnel Staffing Shortages
- MDH Amended Directive and Order Regarding Vaccination
- Healthcare Matters
- MDH Source Control Metric
Line Lists for Outbreaks
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