Epidemiology
Epidemiology is a branch of science that deals with the study of the incidence, distribution, and control of disease in a population.
The Epidemiology Department at WMCPHD works to protect and promote the health of the residents of McLennan County. Epidemiology division monitors the prevalence of diseases and conditions that affect public health, provides expertise and analysis of communicable diseases, investigates disease outbreaks, and makes recommendations pertaining to case management and control of future disease outbreaks.
MRSA Information
To learn more about staph infections or to view the complete set of guidelines on how to avoid them, visit www.mrsaTexas.org
Questions and Answers about MRSA in Schools
Resources
School Physical Activity and Nutrition Survey (SPAN) 2008 Results for McLennan County
Waco-McLennan County 2010 Community Health Needs Assesment
Waco-McLennan County 2006 Community Health Needs Assessment
Morbidity Data for McLennan County
- Morbidity data for McLennan County 2000-2009
- Morbidity data for McLennan County 2009-2010
- Morbidity data for McLennan County 2011-2012
Quarterly Reports: Communicable Diseases/Public Health Preparedness, McLennan County
Annual Reports
Annual Report on Communicable Disease McLennan County, 2010
Annual Report on Communicable Disease McLennan County, 2011
Annual Report on Communicable Disease McLennan County, 2012
Disease Reporting Information/Forms
USEFUL LINKS
Infectious Diseases A-Z (DSHS)
