Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a tickborne virus. Transmission of the virus to humans occurs through the bite of an infected tick or through contact of an infected animals blood. Wild and domestic animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, or hares serve as hosts for the virus.
Reporting
For information on how to report a disease click here. For any questions, please contact the appropriate health authority by phone or review the website for additional information.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties
Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS)
(775) 887-2190
Website
Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
(702) 759-1300
Website
Washoe County
Washoe County Health District (WCHD)
(775) 328-2447
Website
All Other Counties
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
(775) 400-0333
Website