Surveillance Epidemiology

The Epidemiology Program of the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County is dedicated to protecting and improving public health. Here’s what we do:

• Investigate and Prevent Communicable Diseases: We identify sources of infectious agents, determine transmission methods, assess exposure risk, and implement prompt interventions to halt disease spread.
• Provide Education and Consultation: We offer training and resources on infectious diseases for healthcare professionals and community groups.
• Prepare for Biological Threats: Through comprehensive education and training, we equip our community to address potential threats from biological weapons of mass destruction.
• Study Emerging Infectious Agents: We assist in research to evaluate health risks linked to newly identified pathogens.
• Report Communicable Diseases: Detailed reports are submitted to the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Epidemiology.

Florida CHARTS

Florida’s Community Health Assessment Resource Tool (CHARTS) is a one-stop website for public health statistics and community health data in Florida. It provides access to a wide range of information, including health statistics like births, deaths, disease rates, population data, and behavioral risk factors

Disease Reporting

To report a communicable disease or outbreak:

1. Complete the Report of Communicable Disease Form.
   • Practitioner List of Reportable Diseases
   • Laboratory List of Reportable Diseases
2. Contact the Epidemiology Department 24/7 at 407-343-2155.
3. Securely fax reports to 407-343-2145.

Health Focus Areas