This is a quick reference of key public health issues and FAQ for health care practitioners.

Diseases -

E. coli 0157: H7- Patient information on E. coli.

Influenza Antiviral Medications - Current Recommendations from the CDC

Pertussis Review

Immunizations -

Where to find the latest information and requirement for immunizations.

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New York State Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance*

CDC. Adult Immunization Schedule

Reportable Diseases

Reporting of suspected or confirmed communicable diseases is mandated under the New York State Sanitary Code (10NYCRR 2.10a).The primary responsibility for reporting rests with the physician; moreover, laboratories (PHL 2102), school nurses (10NYCRR 2.12), day care center directors, nursing homes/hospitals (10NYCRR 405.3d) and state institutions (10NYCRR 2.10) or other locations providing health services (10NYCRR 2.12) are also required to report the diseases listed below.

New York State Department of Health Communicable Disease Reporting Requirements

Additional Reportable Disease Requirements - from New York State Department of health.

Traveling Information- Information for you to answer your patients question about how they need to prepare for their health while traveling.

CDC information for Travelers Health

International Travel and Health from the World Health Organization

Miscellaneous Information

New York State Department of Health - List of information for providers.

Online Clinical Calculators- from A-a gradient to Weights and Measures from the Medical College of Wisconsin.