ODH Press Release 10.19.23 Nicotine injuries

The Darke County Health Department offers in-home flu shots for Darke County residents who are homebound. Many homebound residents are at high-risk for flu complications. The flu shot is the best defense against the flu. To maximize protection, it is recommended...

Survey link Your opinion matters to us! The Darke County General Health District Community Health Committee will use the results of this survey and other information to identify the most pressing problems which can be addressed through community action. If you have...

The Darke County Health Department is preparing to perform food and camping inspections as well as educate the public to keep them safe and healthy during the Great Darke County Fair. While you are at the Fair enjoying funnel cakes, elephant ears, and lemonade, the...

The Darke County Health Department was awarded the 2023 Mosquito Grant from the Ohio EPA for $25,000.  This money will help to purchase larvicide tablets for residents who have standing water, perform contracting services with a professional pesticide applicator to...

We are excited to announce that the Darke County General Health District has partnered with Cribs for Kids to give away FREE cribettes to families in need. Who qualifies? Those who are WIC income eligible and have an infant under the age of one or are in their third...

Service Contracts The Darke County Health Department encourages homeowners to obtain a service contract with a registered service provider. If necessary, however, according to section 3701-29-23 (A) of the Ohio Administrative Code, the board of health may inspect any...

ODH News Release -- Public Health Officials Investigating Pulmonary Illness Cases Following Vaping   See more information at here!  

The health department will be closed, Monday, September 2nd in observance of LABOR DAY. We will reopen Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:00 am.

The August Board of Health meeting has been changed from August 13th to August 6th. The meeting will be held in the regular location at the Darke County Health Department at 9:00 am.