INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Timely reporting of Diseases of Public Health Significance is mandated and essential for their control. If you suspect or have confirmation of the following specified diseases or their etiologic agents, (as per Ontario Regulation 135/18 and amendments under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O. c.H.7) please report them to the local Medical Officer of Health.

Note: Diseases that are in bold (and influenza in institutions) should be reported immediately to the Medical Officer of Health by phone.  Other diseases can be reported by the next working day by fax, phone, or mail.

Diseases of Public Health Significance List  (PDF)

Disease of Public Health Significance Reporting Form (PDF)

SMDHU Reporting Phone Number:
705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520 ext 8809

After Hours: 1-888-225-7851

SMDHU Reporting Fax Number: 705-733-7738