Welcome to Allen County Public Health’s Website!
Open Office Hours:
(For the health department building – 219 E. Market St.)
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
***Vitals Department (Birth & Death Records) Closes At 4 p.m.***
Allen County Public Health continues to offer routine immunization appointments for infants, children, adolescents and adults.
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Misinformation is a problem affecting healthcare providers around the globe. It is important to know the difference between myths and facts in order to have the necessary information to make informed decisions for your healthcare needs. ![]()
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To learn more about myths vs facts in regard to vaccines please visit: ohioaap.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Facts-Myths-of-Immunizations.pdf
Childhood lead poisoning is considered the most preventable Environmental disease. Even at low levels, lead exposure can cause permanent damage to a child’s growth, IQ and hearing. But where does lead come from?![]()
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Lead is found naturally in the ground and is present in common objects we encounter daily. It is crucial to note that there is no level of lead exposure that can be considered safe. Lead exposure can occur from various sources including paint and occupations like construction, plumbing repair and welding. Persons with these occupations could potentially bring lead into the home on their clothes and skin.![]()
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Hobbies that include artist paints, hunting, shooting guns or refinishing furniture may expose children to lead as well. ![]()
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How do I keep my child safe from lead?? First, know the facts. Get your home tested, and get your child tested. ![]()
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Childhood lead poisoning is dangerous, but preventable. ![]()
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To get your child tested for lead, contact your healthcare provider. For more information call 419-228-4457 or visit: www.allencountypublichealth.org/.../%c2%b7lead.../![]()
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Share this post with your friends to warn about the dangers of childhood lead poisoning!![]()
#leadfreekids
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Free Crib Distribution and ![]()
Safe Sleep Education Sessions![]()
When? Thurs 2-4![]()
Walk-ins Only![]()
While Supplies Last![]()
Where?Allen County Public Health![]()
219 E Market St. Lima, Ohio ![]()
You may be able to receive a free Safe Sleep Cribette 😮! ![]()
To Qualify for the program:![]()
· Be at least 32 weeks pregnant 🤰 OR ![]()
· Infant under 12 months old 👶🏽![]()
· WIC or Medicaid eligible![]()
· Parents Only -![]()
-Not Available for Caregivers![]()
· Learn about safe sleep😴![]()
For more info visit: www.allencountypublichealth.org/.../cribs-for-kids/![]()
#SafeSleep #FreeCrib #infantsafety #parentingtips #CommunitySupport #allencountyoh #MaternalHealth #newparents #childsafety #publichealth
New self-scheduling now available for immunizations only. Most major insurances accepted.![]()
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Please specify your requested vaccine. ![]()
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Link: healow.com/apps/provider/publichealth-allencounty-3406029
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