The Jewell County Health Department has undergone many changes over the last several months. Thanks to the COVID grants the department has applied for and received, updates to the building and surroundings were made. To provide safety for staff and the public, an area was designated just for COVID. So far, with funds from the grants the department built a 12’x20’ utility shed with electricity intended to use for COVID testing, vaccinating, and storing heavy equipment utilized for off-site vaccine clinics. New concrete was poured last fall, creating a nice and safe area for clients to easily access the building for drive-up testing and vaccinating. In addition to these updates, the department also was able to install a new digital sign, paint the inside and outside building, install new flooring, add a handicap accessible bathroom and curb. Outdated equipment has been replaced with new updated equipment, all paid for by COVID grants. A fence was installed to contain trash containers. Stay tuned for more progress.
Please note new hours of operation and walk-in clinic date and times:
Monday through Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Appointments required except for Wednesdays. WIC days are every Thursday.
The walk-in clinic for all immunizations will be every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (including over the lunch hour to accommodate the public) *no appointment necessary*
For more information, please like and follow us on Facebook or call us at 785-378-4060.
The Jewell County Health Department will soon be launching a website. Stay tuned for more information.
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