Screening, monitoring, and treatment for certain communicable diseases are provided at Wilkes County Health Department. A communicable disease is a disease that can be transferred from an infected person to another individual. Contacts of those with these diseases may be monitored or treated. Coordination with health care providers and public education is provided to prevent further spread.
How to Prevent & Control Communicable Disease
Vaccines
Make sure that you and your child have had all of the recommended immunizations. Learn about the
recommended vaccines for children and the
vaccines recommended for adults.