Scotts Bluff County Health Department

Mission:

To provide public health services to the community in conjunction with leadership, support, and education that will prevent disease and injury, promote and maintain health, and protect against environmental hazards.

West Nile Virus season is here again this year

The Health Department is collecting reports of all dead birds and testing Crows, Blue Jays. Hawks, Owls and Magpies that are found dead to help detect the presence of West Nile Virus(WNV) in our area.

Each summer the department collects adult mosquitoes, dead birds and monitores horse illness to provide an early warning for county residents to the presence of West Nile Virus.

West Nile VIrus is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.

To reduce your risk of exposure to WNV we recommend that you use an approved mosquito repellent when outside in areas where mosquitoes are present and if possible, avoid the peak mosquito times of one hour before and after sunset and sunrise.

For more information:

Click to visit DHHS WNV website Nebraska DHHS: West Nile Virus Surveillance Program

Volunters are needed to help with Emergencies

In the event of a mass disaster or disease outbreak, many volunteers will be needed to assist with important response functions. To volunteer or find out more contact the Health Department or print the following forms to register now.Return the completed form to our department.      VolunteerNoYear  VolunteerPg2

The Chamber of commerece will be launching a new link on their web site soon so electronic registration will be possible, keep watching!!

Location

1825 10th Street
Gering, NE 69341
2nd floor of Administration Building

Hours

8:00 - 12:00 & 1:00 - 4:30
Monday through Friday

Contact

Bill Wineman, Director
bwineman@scottsbluffcounty.org
308-436-6636
FAX: 308-436-6638

Linda Williams
Administrative Assistant
lwilliams@scottsbluffcounty.org
308-436-6636

Community Health Nurses
308-630-1650

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a copy of a birth or death certificate?
Our office has request forms which can be mailed to Lincoln. You may also contact the regional office (308-436-6951) or HHS vital statistics via the internet (www.hhs.state.ne.us/index.htm). This web site will access information on all departments and services.

Who do I contact regarding a food complaint or for a restaurant inspection or license? Contact the Department of Agriculture AT 402-471-2536

How do I get an appointment at the Immunization Clinic?
Contact the clinic, located in the RWMC south Unit, at 308-630-1126 to schedule an appointment. Clinics are held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 2:00 and 4:00 to 7:00.

How can I get a radon kit?
Our office has request forms or contact 1-800-557-2366 or DHHS Radon Hot Line at 1 800 334 9491.

How do I get my water tested?
Contact Environmental Services at 818 So. Beltline, Scottsbluff, at 308-632-3933.

What do I have to do to get my well inspected?
Our office has forms for domestic sewer and water system evaluations. The completed form can be returned and an appointment scheduled for the inspection. The fee is $80.

Who do I contact for environmental health concerns and inspections outside Scotts Bluff County?
Contact Nebraska State HHS Regional office in Gering at 308-436-6948.