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Whooping cough is highly contagious for everyone exposed. Infants are the most at risk. Antibiotics and vaccination are available. 

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GAS diseases are caused by germs that spread through secretions, infect body systems and require antibiotics. Severe cases can be fatal. 

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Meningococcal disease is a serious infection that can cause meningitis or septicemia. It can be deadly. It’s treated with antibiotics.

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Gastroenteritis is a contagious illness that causes an upset stomach, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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COVID-19 is a disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. It can cause symptoms such as coughing, fever, and difficulty breathing.

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Pneumococcal infections are caused by a bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae, also known as pneumococcus.

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Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in Eeyou Istchee.

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