HIV prevention education to health care and other workers includes information about post-exposure prophylaxis. HIV testing and counseling services are available in all health departments for voluntary and court-ordered testing. Partner notification is part of this service. Treatment involves linking patients to needed resources such as assistance in obtaining medical care, prescription medications and medical insurance premium payments. Clients receive medical care for controlling their high blood pressure.
Medical care includes blood pressure monitoring and regular exams.
Some Health Departments have a Vitals Records Department which provides birth and death certificates for a nominal fee. Proper nutrition helps prevent birth defects and promotes healthy growth during crucial periods of development for children. WIC is a national supplemental nutrition program for pregnant women and children under five years of age. Eligible individuals are entitled to receive a supplementary food supply of cheese, milk, orange juice, baby formula, and cereal. Participants are also referred to appropriate public health and other health services as well as to nutritional, health, and breast-feeding education and assistance.