A directory of local health departments has been listed for your convenience. Your local health department can provide a wealth of information and services to your facility, including assistance in the control of a communicable disease outbreak. In addition, day care providers should report those diseases reportable by law to their local health departments, as well as any other increased number of illnesses. This helps to prevent the spread of disease and to keep accurate records of communicable disease in your community and our state. Information can also be found on the Utah Department of Health, Office of.