Anthrax
Anthrax-Microbiology Bacillus anthracis-gram +, spore-forming, bacillus Spores may remain infectious in environment for as long as 50 years Endemic infection in animals Spores enter host,…
Links Resources
Description Click icon to view file An Official ATS Statement: Hepatotoxicity of Antituberculosis TherapyAmerican Thoracic Society California TB Risk Assessments…
Reporting a TB Case or Suspect
Report A Tuberculosis (TB) Case or Suspect Within 24-hours of either: A. Chest radiograph consistent with active TB B. Positive acid-fast smear or culture…
TB Screening and Treatment Services
Open: Monday through Friday 8 AM - 12 PM and 1-4 PM (closed for lunch 12-1 PM) Note: TB skin testing is not done on…
For Healthcare Providers
Introduction California TB Risk Assessments Fact Sheet (TB) TB Reporting Requirements Reporting a TB Case or Suspect Resources for Civil Surgeons Discharge/Transfer of Hospitalized TB…
HighRisk Infants
Provides comprehensive nursing case management services to medically fragile newborns and infants. A Public Health Nurse assists the parents/caregivers to help promote optimum growth and development…
Bioterrorism Information
Introduction Bioterrorism is defined as the use of living organisms or their products to produce death or disease in humans, animals or plants. Bioterrorism is sometimes grouped with nuclear and…
Management Services
Management Services provides administrative support and services for all HCA programs, as well as services to our external customers throughout the County. Management Services is comprised of five…
Bioterrorism Information
Some characteristics of suspicious packages and envelopes include: Inappropriate or unusual labeling, such as Excessive postage Handwritten or poorly typed addresses Misspellings of common…
Event Calendar
Events are posted on behalf of the community, not all events are endorsed or sponsored by the County of Orange.