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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
Health Care Provider Information about Animal Contact Illnesses
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Information for Minnesota clinicians
Consultation
Required disease reporting
Daycare and food handlers
Information for Minnesota clinicians
- Preventing Illness Associated with Animal Contact
Basic illness prevention techniques can keep you and your family from becoming ill.
Consultation
MDH is happy to consult with health care providers on case-patients with specific animal exposures; we can be reached at 651-201-5414 or 1-877-676-5414.
Required disease reporting
- Reporting an Infectious Disease
Healthcare providers are required to report to the Minnesota Department of Health all confirmed or suspected cases of the following:
Daycare and food handlers
For patients who are ill with an enteric illness:
- Restrictions on Food Workers and Child Care Attendance
Children and adults may be subject to certain restrictions from daycare/preschool or food service when they have an enteric illness.
Last Updated: 10/05/2022