Diseases of Public Health Significance
School/Daycare Infectious Disease Reporting Form
Administrators must report Diseases of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) to the WECHU within 1 (one) business day of receiving notification. For example, when a parent/guardian reports a DOPHS after seeing a Health Care Provider.
How to report a DOPHS:
- Complete the DOPHS reporting form at: www.wechu.org/dophs-reporting
- This form must be submitted within 1 (one) business day of receiving notification.
- Once submitted, the Infectious Disease Prevention Department at the WECHU will contact you within 1 (one) business day to provide further guidance.
If you have any questions while submitting these forms, please call the Infectious Disease Prevention Department at (519) 258-2146 ext. 1420.
Legionella
Legionella are a type of bacteria that are found in natural water sources which can also grow in human made water systems. These bacteria can cause Legionnaire’s disease and Pontiac fever, both of which present with flu-like symptoms, however Pontiac fever tends to be milder illness.
Yersiniosis
Yersiniosis (yer-sin-ee-o-sis) is an infection caused by the bacteria Yersinia. Yersinia is a strong bacteria that can continue to live in environments without much oxygen and in refrigeration.
West Nile Virus
West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito transmitted virus that can be transferred to humans from the bite of an infected mosquito. The first confirmed case in Canada was in 2002.
Shigellosis
Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. People who eat food or drink water contaminated with Shigella bacteria can become ill with shigellosis.
Rubella
Rubella, commonly known as German Measles, is an infection that affects the skin and lymph nodes.
Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Listeriosis
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause a rare but serious illness called listeriosis. Pregnant women, the elderly, and those with a weakened immune system have a higher risk of becoming seriously ill.
HIV (AIDS)
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).