Per CDC: Key points Brucellosis is a disease caused by bacteria. The disease spreads to people through contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products. People in certain jobs or settings that work with animals or animal products may face increased exposure to the bacteria that cause brucellosis. Brucellosis can be treated with antibiotics. Signs and symptoms Brucellosis can cause a range of signs and symptoms in people, and some can occur for a long time before

Per CDC Key points HIV is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. There are many ways to prevent HIV, like using PrEP, PEP, condoms and never sharing needles. HIV treatment helps people live long, healthy lives and prevents HIV transmission. Symptoms Most people have flu-like symptoms within 2 to 4 weeks after infection. Symptoms may last for a few days or several weeks. Having these symptoms alone doesn't mean yo

We are hiring!! We currently have an opening for the position of Sanitarian 1. Special Hiring Rate: Starting at $50,000.00 Educational Requirement: 4 Year Bachelor's Degree   Nature of Work: Under direct supervision, the Sanitarian 1 performs entry level duties in the enforcement of environmental and public health sanitation laws. Acquires the knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct inspections, investigations, evaluations, and educational programs in environmental and p

Per CDC: At a glance Cigarette smoking is a major public health concern, with over 16 million Americans living with a smoking-related disease. Smoking and secondhand smoke exposure cause over 480,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body and causes many diseases. Quitting smoking lowers the risk for early death and of developing smoking-related diseases. Cigarette smoking causes: Cancer Heart disease and stroke Lung diseases such as chron

Per CDC: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are sometimes called e-cigs, vapes, vape pens, and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). E-cigarettes come in many shapes and sizes. Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine. Get the facts about e-cigarettes, their health effects, and the risks of vaping. The bottom line There are no safe tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes should not be used by youth, young adults, or women who are pregnant. Adults who have ne

Our Berkeley County Health Department and Morgan County Health Department offices will be closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, through Thursday, November 27, 2025, in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday and on Friday, November 28, 2025, in honor of the Lincoln Day holiday. Both offices will reopen on Monday, December1, 2025 at 8:30am.