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Health Department
Notice: Due to COVID-19, the Health Department is now operating under an appointment only policy for all services.
Our Mission
The Jefferson County Health Department supports Jefferson County’s economic prosperity and quality of life by promoting, protecting and providing for the health of Jefferson County residents.
Testing
Free STD testing on Wednesdays 1pm – 3:30pm by appointment.
Screenings available are HIV, Hep C, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia.
Public Health Matters Newsletter
View our most recent Public Health Matters Newsletter (PDF).
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Car Seat Program
Learn about the booster seat law, the Buckle Up Bug Club, and about our Permanent Fitting Stations.
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Emergency Preparedness
Jefferson County Health Department has taken an active role in emergency preparedness. Activities have included collaborating with other local health departments to develop emergency plans, coordinating emergency response agencies, as well as attending in-service training.
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Environmental Health
Here you can find information on air quality, animals, burning, radon testing and more.
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Food Service
The Food Service Safety Division is responsible for ensuring compliance with Indiana Retail Food Establishment Sanitation Requirements and Jefferson County Food Ordinance in all Jefferson County Food Service Establishments.
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Public Health
Browse through information on immunizations, tests and screenings.
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Vital Records
Birth, death and genealogy records can be found here.
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COVID-19 Information and Resources