Brucellosis (Brucella)
Description
Brucella ICD-9 023; ICD-10 A23
(Brucellosis, Mediterranean Fever, Brucella melitensis, Abortus, Suis, Canis)
Brucellosis is a disease caused by bacteria. It can affect many kinds of animals as well as people. It is frequently spread in animals through breeding with infected animals.
Reporting
Several Texas laws (Tex. Health & Safety Code, Chapters 81, 84, and 87) require specific information regarding notifiable conditions to be provided to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DHSH). Healthcare providers, hospitals, laboratories, schools, and others must report patients suspected of having a notifiable condition (25 Tex. Admin. Code §97.2).
Report Brucella within one working day to 800-705-8868 or 800-252-8239.
Resources
- Feral Swine Hunters: Protect Yourself and Your Family From Brucellosis
CDC and USDA brochure (PDF) - CDC Brucellosis Information
CDC Brucellosis webpage - Brucellosis FAQs
Brucellosis (PDF) - Brucellosis in animals
Brucellosis in animals (PDF)