The goal of the Communicable Disease program is to prevent and eliminate the transmission of diseases. This can be accomplished by using appropriate measures such as good handwashing techniques, immunizations, and antibiotic therapy. Nurses working in communicable disease are responsible for investigating and completing surveillance on communicable diseases as mandated by law to be reported to the local health department as outlined in North Carolina General Statute 130A-133-140. Investigations may include interviewing infected individuals and treating contacts as necessary.

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