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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING
Immunization Clinic- Conducted on Monday, Tuesday and Friday by appointment. A late clinic is held the first Tuesday each month. All childhood immunizations administered. Fee is $10.00 but no one is denied service for failure to pay. Medicaid accepted.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program- Conducted daily. This is a supplemental food program that helps eligible pregnant, breast feeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 who are at risk for health problems. WIC provides food rich in calcium, iron and protein. WIC promotes breast feeding, which is accomplished through individual and group counseling.
Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic- Free and confidential walk in clinic every Thursday 8:30-10:00 am.
Tuberculosis Skin Testing- Tuesday mornings by appointment.
HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing- Thursdays 9:00 to 11:00 am walk in clinic. Other times available by appointment.
Communicable Disease Investigation- Follow up individuals reported with communicable diseases and their contacts to prevent the spread of disease.
Influenza Clinics- Flu Clinics-Scheduled each year. Cost is $15.00. Medicare and Medicaid accepted.
Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps (BCMH)- Nursing referrals and coordination of services for children with special health care needs under 21 years of age. Core functions include: diagnostic program, treatment program, team service coordination program, public health nursing services, and medical home for children with special health care needs.
Car Seats for Kids- Free instruction on the installation of a child safety seat. Limited supply of child safety seats available for a small fee for children who qualify. Call for next scheduled class.
Cribs for Kids Program- Free instruction on safe sleep environment for babies. Limited supply of portable cribs available at a low cost for eligible babies. Call for next scheduled class.
Newborn Home Visitation Program- Available to first time moms, teen mothers and others who request a visit. A registered nurse assesses the baby and the mother's health and recovery. Information on child development offered and connection to community services and supports provided. Call to schedule a visit.
Healthy Start Expansion Program- Assistance provided to families in the application process and provide referrals.
Lead Screening- Third Wednesday of each month by appointment. Fee is $10.00. No one is denied service for failure to pay.
Zostavax (Shingles) vaccine- Available by appointment only. Call for current pricing. Available for people 60 years and older.
International Travel- Current information on international travel is available at www.cdc.gov/travel
Immunization- Common questions about vaccines and other information can be obtained at www.cdc.gov/vaccines
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