Frequently Asked Questions about Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS)

We understand that you might have questions about VHS, so we've compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions and answers related to VHS and separated them into the categories below. We hope you find them helpful and informative.

If you don't find the answer to your question here, you can contact your local service center, call the toll free call center at (800) 282-0367 or (608) 266-2621 or visit VHS Contacts and choose your appropriate contact person.

VHS Q&A Categories

Keep fishing and keep informed about VHS.

• About VHS

  Questions and answers about VHS, how it spreads and the long-term outlook.

• How You Can Help

  Visit this page to find questions and answers about preventing the spread of VHS.

• How the VHS Rules Affect Anglers

  Questions and answers that we hope will clarify how the emergency VHS rules affect anglers.

• Fish and Human Health

  How VHS affects fish and how it isn't harmful to humans.

• Prevention and Testing

  Common questions and answers about VHS testing and preventing the spread of VHS by bait here.