Communicable diseases are diseases that are transmitted through close contact with other humans or animals. Some examples include influenza, measles and tuberculosis.
Learn more about a specific disease.
How we help
We monitor communicable diseases, investigate outbreaks and recommend and implement disease control interventions.
Our communicable disease team works to improve public health through:
- Monitoring communicable diseases
- Identifying the risk factors
- Recommending or applying appropriate interventions to stop the spread of the disease
- Investigating outbreaks of disease in care facilities, other institutions (e.g. day cares, schools) and other community settings
- Investigating and controlling outbreaks of new and emerging diseases
- Supporting physicians and Nurse Practitioners with the management of reportable communicable diseases
Our Services
- Blood and body fluid exposure management
- Rabies exposure management
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening
- Immunization services
- Communicable disease nursing services
- Connection to community supports for individuals diagnosed with Hepatitis or HIV
- Safer sex and drug use supplies distribution
Most diseases are curable and/or treatable. Individuals living with a communicable disease can still go on to live a healthy and happy life through regular testing and staying socially and emotionally connected. We are here to talk about ways to keep you healthy and informed. Contact us at one of our service locations.
Active Facility Outbreaks
Find care locations with active communicable disease outbreaks.
Safer Sex and Drug Use Resources
Related Information
Support Groups
The Comox Valley Hep C Support Group
Comox Valley Nursing Centre
615 10th Street
3rd Tuesday of the month
5:30 - 7 p.m.
The group is open to any Comox Valley residents with Hepatitis C as well as their support people. Light refreshments are served.
For more information contact Cheryl Taylor at 250-331-8524.
