The Fairfield County Health Department (FCHD) collects and reviews disease-based data to monitor the health of our community. This data comes from required reports submitted by healthcare providers and laboratories, as well as information gathered through case investigations and follow-up with individuals who are ill. These reports help us track trends, identify outbreaks, and guide public health response and prevention efforts in Fairfield County.
Each monthly report provides a comprehensive overview of infectious diseases, organized into sections:
- Vaccine-preventable diseases
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Invasive diseases
- Zoonotic & emerging diseases
- Foodborne & enteric diseases
- Drug-resistant organisms
- Viral hepatitis
- Coronavirus
Recent reports
Each annual report provides a comprehensive summary of infectious disease trends observed throughout the reporting year, organized into:
- List of reportable diseases in Ohio
- Fairfield County demographic profile
- Key findings
- Data tables
- Demographic tables
- Mortality
- Outbreaks
- Technical notes