This program has the duty to enhance and protect public health in the event of a communicable disease outbreak, 24/7. The program manager:

• Coordinates with local, state, and federal health professionals
• Provides passive and active surveillance throughout the community
• Coordinates the Butte-Silver Bow Communicable Disease Epi-Team
• Relates information to the public re: communicable diseases that may threaten the health of the community and its citizens.
• Maintains MIDIS database for all reportable diseases
• Ensures HIPPA rules and regulations are followed