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Contact: Linda Baxter RN or Leslie Campbell Administrator |
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Purpose: To monitor infectious or contagious diseases in the county and to prevent the spread of disease to other people. The Health Department investigates possible or known infectious disease, provides information to individuals and the public about disease prevention, and initiates control measures as are needed. Certain diseases are reportable to the state epidemiology department and the Center of Disease Control. Some diseases require extensive investigation of possible source and any other exposures. |
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Eligibility: Residents in Pottawatomie County. Fees: No Cost for investigation, education, or submission of tests to Kansas Department of Health and Environment Laboratory. |
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Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30- 4:30 |
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Location: Pottawatomie County Health Department 320 Main Westmoreland KS 66549. 785-457-3396 |
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After Hours: Kansas Department of Health and Environment emergency beeper - Dial Number 785-357-5683 leave number and push # sign. To report rabies concerns or animal bites contact your local law enforcement immediately (and the Health Department the next work day). |
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