Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vector?
A: An organism that actively transmits a pathogen from an infected reservoir host animal to another individual. It can be a vertebrate animal (e.g. mice, birds), an insect (e.g. mosquito, cockroach) or another kind of arthropod (e.g. ticks, mites).

How do I report a vector concern?
A: Call us! Mail us!

Can I request a copy of a report?
A: FOIA form needs to be completed

I’m displaying symptoms after returning from a location where dengue, Zika, and chikungunya are endemic. Can I contact Vector Control?
Patients:
Please contact your primary care physician (PCP) to have the appropriate tests completed.

Physicians:
To report a case, please call the Department of Health Disease Outbreak Control Division at (808) 586-4586

I just saw a rat at restaurant, who can I contact other than Vector Control?
A: Please contact the Department of Health Food Safety Branch at (808) 586-8000