The Queen Anne’s County Department of Health Communicable Disease Program works to protect the community by limiting the spread of infectious diseases. Our team provides surveillance, investigation, and education to keep our residents safe and informed.
Our Services Include:
- Immunizations: We provide adult and childhood vaccinations by appointment. For a full list of available vaccines, please visit our [Immunizations page].
- Tuberculosis (TB) Control: Comprehensive screening, education, and treatment services.
- Disease Surveillance: We actively investigate reportable diseases as required by the Maryland Department of Health and the CDC, including:
- Tickborne illnesses (Lyme disease, etc.)
- Rabies exposures and investigations
- Foodborne illnesses
- Vaccine-preventable diseases
- Respiratory outbreaks (Covid-19, Influenza, RSV)
Need Information or an Appointment?
For questions regarding infectious diseases or to schedule a service, please call:
410-758-0720
Health Alerts & EducationHand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: What You Need to Know
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness that usually affects infants and children younger than 5 years old. It is characterized by fever, mouth sores, and a skin rash. Link to HFMD Fact Sheet.
Measles: It Isn't Just a Little Rash
Measles is highly contagious and can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children. Symptoms typically include a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes, followed by a characteristic rash.
Protect Your Child through Vaccination
Provide your children with safe and long-lasting protection against measles by making sure they get the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine according to the CDC’s recommended immunization schedule.
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