A division of the VDH Office of Epidemiology
Our mission is to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia by monitoring for the occurrence of reportable and emerging diseases or suspected outbreaks of illness (natural or otherwise), providing recommendations and guidance to prevent the spread of communicable diseases, and investigating outbreaks of disease and other public health emergencies.
Quick Links and Important Resources
Communicable Disease Reference Chart for School Personnel (Spanish)
Regulations – Disease Reporting and Control Regulations
Reportable Disease Surveillance Data
Contact Us
Laurie Forlano, DO, MPH
Acting Director, Division of Surveillance and Investigation
Deputy State Epidemiologist
Address:
Virginia Department of Health
Division of Surveillance and Investigation
109 Governor Street – 5th Floor East
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: (804) 864-8141 Fax: (804) 864-8102