Foodborne and Waterborne Diseases
Overview
Enteric illness affect the stomach and intestines, often causing symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, or stomach cramps. Germs causing enteric illness typically enters the body through the mouth. These germs can be passed through food, water, animals, or by contact with feces (poop) of a person with the illness. Every year, millions of people become sick and thousands die from enteric illness in the United States. However, most cases can be prevented by following precautions, such as proper handwashing, handling food safely, and avoiding swallowing water while swimming.
Contact Us
Director
Nicole Stone, MPH
Email: NStone2@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 234-2898
Senior Enteric Epidemiologist
Madi Asbell, MPH
Email: MAsbell@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 234-9741
Enteric Epidemiologist II
Brandon Halleck
Email: BHalleck@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 233-7483
Enteric Epidemiologist II
Caitlin Shaw, MPH
Email: CaShaw@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 234-8867
Enteric Epidemiologist I
Jenna Nicodemus, MPH
Email: JNicodemus@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 760-3633
Enteric Epidemiologist I
Brandon Collins
Email: BraCollins@health.in.gov
Office: (317) 464-7897
