Health Service Region 4 and 5N
Zoonosis Control
Zoonosis: An infectious disease in animals that can be transmitted to people.
The Zoonosis Control Division provides information and consultation to the public, veterinarians, physicians, the medical community, and governmental agencies regarding zoonotic diseases and state laws pertaining to such. The division implements and conducts control methods, surveillance activities, and epidemiological investigation of zoonotic diseases, provides training for animal control officers, and inspects and licenses animal rabies quarantine facilities. Educational programs are provided to schools, colleges, professional organizations, and community organizations throughout the region.
West Nile Information
CONTACT PERSONS:
Melinda Hergert, DVM, MVPH, PhD
Regional Veterinarian
Telephone: 903-533-5243
Melinda Hergert, DVM, MVPH, PhD
Angela Hopkins
Public Health Tech IV
Telephone: 903-533-5212
Angela Hopkins
Samantha Puttick
Public Health Technician
Telephone: 903-533-5260
Samantha Puttick
Fax Number for Zoonosis Control Program: 903-533-5383
OFFICE LOCATION:
Department of State Health Services
Health Service Regions 4 and 5 North
1517 West Front Street
Tyler, Texas 75702