Epidemiologists play a significant role in the eradication of vaccine preventable diseases. These approaches and successful actions have revolutionized and revitalized public health. The eradication of smallpox marked the first time that humans have knowingly removed a disease from earth. Vaccination strategies and ongoing surveillance were primary tools used to successfully eradicate smallpox. Many of these diseases can be prevented with the vaccines.

Explore Harris County Public Health's Immunization Program and vaccination information. 

This section contains resources for schools and daycare workers to help prevent the spread of influenza, and other communicable diseases.  We urge you to stay informed, continue to promote good hygiene practices, and encourage students & staff members to stay home if they begin experiencing flu-like symptoms. 

• If you would like to sign your school up for voluntary flu reporting, please contact Ana Zangeneh or Leann Liu.
• Communicable Disease Chart for Schools and Child-Care Centers

Reporting Forms

• Submersion Report Form
• Varicella Report Form
• Morbidity Report Form

Non-Reportable Conditions

• Bedbugs
• Fifth Disease
• Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
• Head Lice
• Rotavirus
• Scabies