Disease Surveillance
Disease surveillance is the on-going monitoring of communicable (infectious) diseases to detect and respond to health threats. Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department monitors communicable diseases through use of the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS). Reported diseases are investigated to detect outbreaks and provide recommendations and education to protect the health of the community.
As part of this surveillance, Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department partners with local hospitals, health care providers, nursing homes, and schools to receive prompt notification of reportable diseases.
For more information on diseases: List of Diseases & Conditions - DHHS
To learn about Nebraska's Health Alert Network: Health Alert Network (HAN) - DHHS
Online Foodborne Illness Report Form: Online Foodborne Illness Report Form - DHHS
Disease Reporting
Communicable disease and other conditions may pose a threat to the public health. Use the following guidelines for what should be reported:
For the notification of reportable diseases in Burt, Cuming, Madison and Stanton counties call 402-529-2233 during business hours OR call 402-471-1983 after hours.
Updated 01/2026