DO Bring your child's immunization records, your Public Kid Care card and be prepared to wait because immunizations are given on a first come, first served basis. It is the policy of this department that all children receiving immunizations at the clinic must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, OR be accompanied by an adult relative AND have a signed permission note from the parent or legal guardian. Individuals must be in good health and not allergic to eggs to receive the flu vaccine. Communicable Diseases Investigation of reports of communicable diseases including food and water borne illness. Staff also implement appropriate control measures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the community.
Nursing staff provides information about various communicable diseases.
TB Clinic TB services are provided at the health department on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. Services include TB skin testing and follow-ups for positive skin tests as well as care and treatment for county residents with tuberculosis. STD Testing Sexually Transmitted Disease testing, counseling, and treatment services are available Monday through Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the health department. School Health Nursing Services for schools in Tazewell County without a staff nurse. Nursing consultation regarding immunizations, communicable diseases, and also maturing programs. Miscellaneous Calls Nursing follow-up for a variety of concerns including head lice problems, neglect, parenting skills, bonding, growth and developmental delays.