Pathogen Fact Sheets

Last updated November 13, 2025

Curious about what detecting a specific pathogen in untreated wastewater means for worker safety and operations? You’re in the right place. This page provides fact sheets on pathogens currently included in national wastewater surveillance efforts. Use the links below to explore detailed information for each pathogen.

Looking for a quick comparison of pathogens from a water professional’s perspective? Then check out our “At-A-Glance” summary document for an easy overview.

Antimicrobial resistance

May 2023

Antimicrobial Resistance Fact Sheet WEF WIDOC 04-27-23Download

Candida auris

April 2024

2024-04-02-WEF-Candida-auris-Information-for-Water-Professionals-FINALDownload

Influenza

June 2024

WEF Influenza Information for Water Professionals – May 2024Download

Measles

August 2025

Measles Information for Water Professionals Final – August 2025Download

Mpox

January 2025

WEF Mpox Information for Water Professionals – January 2025 update – FINALDownload

Poliovirus

December 2022

Poliovirus Wastewater Surveillance Guidance WEF – Revised 12-12-22Download

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

November 2024

RSV Information for Water Professionals – WEF – November 2024 – FinalDownload

SARS-CoV-2

Please refer to WEF’s report on coronavirus risks for wastewater workers.