Candida auris is an emerging infection, a yeast that is multidrug resistant and has a propensity to spread in healthcare settings. Outbreaks have occurred in several states around the country. C.…

Orange County Health Care Agency Recommendations for Response to Carapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumanii in Health Care SettingsCarbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumanii (CRAB) is a…

Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) are a family of germs that have high levels of resistance to antibiotics and therefore can be difficult to treat.  Examples of Enterobacteriaeceae…

Hepatitis A is a virus that can cause inflammation of the liver.Symptoms of hepatitis A infection may include jaundice (yellow eyes or skin), abdominal pain, dark urine, pale (light-colored) stool,…

The Airport Police Services Bureau provides law enforcement services and security for the residents and visitors of Orange County on the publicly owned property at John Wayne Airport. This…

What is the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)?In September of 2003, the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) was signed into law.  PREA is a federal mandate of “Zero Tolerance” to sexual assaults…

Measles Information for General PublicMeasles is a highly contagious viral illness. Measles presents with a fever and characteristic rash. Measles can be a serious disease:1 in 5 people who get…

Information for the General PublicWhat is legionella?Legionella is a type of bacteria naturally found in freshwater environments as well as human-made water systems including but not limited to hot…

What is syndromic surveillance?As defined by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, syndromic surveillance provides public health officials with a timely system for detecting, understanding, and…