Athens City-County Health Department
Description š„
The Athens City-County Health Department provides ongoing public health services that help protect and improve the health of residents. Services include preventive care, health screenings, vaccinations, communicable disease testing, and community health education. Many services are free or low-cost, and some may be covered by insurance or offered on a sliding fee scale depending on eligibility.
Contact Information āļø
š Address
278 W. Union Street
Athens, OH 45701
š Main Phone
(740) 592-4431
š Fax
(740) 594-2370
šØ After-Hours Emergency Line
1-877-627-2858
Hours of Operation š
Monday ā Friday: 7:30 AM ā 4:00 PM
Saturday ā Sunday: Closed
ā° Hours may vary for specific clinics or programs. Call ahead or check the website to confirm service availability.
Website & Helpful Links š
š Main Website
https://www.athenspublichealth.org/
š¬ Contact Page
https://www.athenspublichealth.org/contact/
š„ Staff Directory
https://www.athenspublichealth.org/about_us/staff_directory.php
š¦ COVID-19 Information
https://www.athenspublichealth.org/get_more_help/COVID-19.php
Examples of Services š©ŗ
- š Immunizations and vaccine clinics
- ā¤ļø Blood pressure screenings
- š¤° Pregnancy testing
- š§Ŗ HIV and hepatitis testing
- š”ļø Communicable disease prevention and treatment
- šæ Environmental health services
- š Community health education programs
- š Harm reduction and overdose prevention resources
Cost š²
Many services are free, while others may be low-cost, insurance-based, or income-adjusted depending on the program.
Who Can Access Services šØāš©āš§āš¦
Most services are designed for residents of Athens County and surrounding communities, though some programs may be open more broadly depending on availability.
ā Tip: If you are looking for a specific service, itās best to call ahead or visit the website to confirm eligibility, clinic hours, and appointment requirements.
