R9-6-306. Amebiasis

Outbreak control measures: A local health agency shall: 1. Conduct an epidemiologic investigation of each reported amebiasis outbreak; 2. Exclude an amebiasis case or suspect case with diarrhea from: a. Working as a food handler, caring for children in or attending a child care establishment, or caring for patients or residents in a health care institution until: i. Diarrhea has resolved, or ii. The local health agency has determined that the amebiasis case or suspect case is unlikely to infect other individuals; and b. Using an aquatic venue for two weeks after diarrhea has resolved; 3. Submit to the Department the information required under R9-6-206(E).