Epidemiology

The West Virginia Division of Infectious Disease Epidemiology (DIDE), located within the Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services, manages potential communicable disease threats to public health. We provide technical assistance, assist with outbreak investigations, and develop education and prevention materials.

Visit the Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services website for an A to Z listing of diseases, including details on their causes, symptoms, and preventive measures. Fact sheets regarding reportable diseases and bioterrorism agents are also available.

The website provides access to the following information:

  - West Virginia surveillance data and surveillance evaluation data
  - Information on state outbreaks and monthly outbreak reports
  - Information regarding zoonotic, foodborne, healthcare-associated, and vaccine-preventable diseases
  - Recent health alerts, updates, and hot topics

For more information about the West Virginia Infectious Disease Epidemiology call 304-558-5358

Additional information:

CDC: What You Need to Know About COVID-19
CDC: What You REALLY Need to Know about Ebola​​
CDC: About Handwashing
CDC: Wash Your Hands Video