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Epidemiology Division
Our purpose is to work in
partnership with the community to promote health, safety, and well-being.
We provide Public Health, Social, and Environmental Health services for
Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Chamber Counties and serve a population of
millions.
Severe
Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
West Nile
Virus
Hot summer weather brings mosquitoes to South East Texas. These pests can
carry diseases including West Nile Virus, which has been found in our counties’
mosquitoes, horses, birds and humans for the past two seasons. The best way to
reduce your chances of getting infected is by avoiding mosquito bites.
West Nile virus is a risk you can do something about with a few simple steps.
How to Handle Anthrax and Other Biological Agent Threats
Pertussis
"Whooping Cough"
National Center
for Environmental Health Mold Information
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About Beaumont |
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Almost half a million people call the greater
Beaumont area home. Beaumont, with a population of
114,000, is the region's largest city and the seat of
Jefferson County. Jefferson County, Hardin County, and
Orange County are home to 385,090 residents.
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