- We investigate reports of vector borne diseases such as Lyme Disease,
Hantavirus, Arenavirus, Psittacosis, Scabies and Rabies to determine
cause, incidence and recommend preventive measures.
- We assist the public by providing tick identification services and assist
in submitting biting ticks for laboratory for tests.
- We perform routine collection of rat fleas to determine extent of potential
plague vectors.
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Briefing from State Vector Borne Disease Section prior to sample collection. |
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Suiting-up in positive-pressure suits for safety, prior to sample collection. Collecting serum samples from rodents for Hantavirus, Arenavirus and Plague testing. |