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The Brooke County Health Department will hold a Board of Health Meeting on Monday January 13th.
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The Brooke County Health Department will hold a Board of Health Meeting on November 18, 2024 at 7:00pm.
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The Brooke County Health Department will have a Board Of Health Meeting on Monday, September 16th at 7 p.m..
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Dates: June 1st Time: 10am Where: Brooke County Health Department, 204 Courthouse Square Wellsburg WV Cost: $50.00 Registration Deadline: Monday May 27th before the class
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On 1/16/2024 work is being done on a water line on Webster Ave. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination.
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On Thursday January 11, 2024, work is being done on a water line on Elm Street. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distributions lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination.
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On Thursday January 11, 2024, work is being done on a water line on Fairway Drive. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination.
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On 1/3/2024 work is being done on a water line on Cove Rd. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination. Areas affected by this notice include all businesses and residents of Cove Rd, Overbrooke Dr, Garden Way, Spring St, as well as, any other customers who lost water pressure in this area.
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On 12/6/2023 work is being done on a water line on Cove Rd. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of a possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed and samples will be collected and tested to insure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with US EPA Bateriological Regulations. Areas affected by this notice include ...
Full ArticlePosted 11/29/23
On 11/28/2023 work is being done on a water line on Cove Rd. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of a possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed and samples will be collected and tested to insure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with the US EPA Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affected by this notice in...
Full ArticlePosted 11/17/23
On 11/16/2023 work is being done on a water line on Rabbit Hill Rd. and Northview Rd. The US EPA and WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed and samples will be collected and tested to insure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with the US EPA Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affe...
Full ArticlePosted 09/07/23
The Weirton Area Water Board reports that this Thursday September 7, 2023, crews will be working on the Country Club pressure reducing valve. Crews will start at 8:00 am. The affected areas are Country Club Estates, Fairway Hill, Lisa Court, Golden Key Acres, Barbour Drive, Princess Drive, the 2900 and 3000 blocks of Culler Road, Creekside Estates the 4400 block of Kings Creek Road and the 4700 block of Kings Creek Road.
Full ArticlePosted 08/29/23
Water outage and boil water order for water customer on Fowler's Hill Road, Wellsburg WV 26070. Due to a main water break in your area, the water district will be turning the water off to make the necessary repairs to the main water line. The water is scheduled for Monday the 28th of August at 9:00 am, we estimate 3-4 hours to make these critical repairs, once water is restored to your home, there will be a 48 hour boil water order in place.
Full ArticlePosted 08/23/23
On Wednesday 8/23/2023 work was done on a water line on Scenic Drive. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of a possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed, samples will be collected and tested to ensure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with the US EPS Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affected by t...
Full ArticlePosted 08/21/23
On 8/21/2023 work is being done on a water line on Hindman Lane. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed and samples will be collected and tested to insure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with US EPA Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affected by this notice incl...
Full ArticlePosted 08/21/23
On Sunday, 8-20-2023 work was done on a water line on Link Street. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed, and samples will be collected and tested to ensure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with US EPA Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affected by this notice i...
Full ArticlePosted 08/01/23
The Brooke County Health Department has partnered with Traubert's and Hood's Pharmacies to offer Epi Pens! Call the Brooke County Health Department at 304-737-3665 to find out more information.
Full ArticlePosted 04/12/23
On 4-15-2023 between 1:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. work will be done on a water line in the Three Springs shopping center. Areas affected by this notice include all businesses in the Three Springs shopping center including: Aldi's, O'Reilly's, McDonald's, Taco Bell, Dunkin Donuts, Kroger, Beyond the Smile dental, Dan O's Cafe, St Thomas Church and any other businesses and residents that experienced low or no pressure in that area.
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Posted 08/18/21
Please follow this link to get your replacement card. https://dhhr.wv.gov/COVID-19/Pages/Vaccine.aspx
Full ArticlePosted 08/12/21
Do you have a business or facility that is struggling with the logistics of being able to get all of your employees vaccinated? The Brooke County Health Department will come to you! Please call 304-737-3665, and we will make sure that you protect yourself and others by being vaccinated!
Full ArticlePosted 07/21/21
http://www.wvdhhr.org/phs/manual/Drinking_Water/DW-18%20Boil%20Water%20Guidelines%20For%20Public%20Facilities.pdf
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COVID-Vaccine-Consent-Form-Template
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On Tuesday, March 2 The Brooke County Health Department is offering FREE community COVID testing. The testing will take place at the Wellsburg Banquet Hall from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. We ask that those interested please remain in your car, you will be registered and tested there.
Full ArticlePosted 01/04/21
Published by April Eltringham · 1 hr · ** We are no longer able to accept any more names to our current lists for those 80 years and older. Thanks for being so patient with us. With the EXTREME amount of phone calls coming in and only two employees here to answer them we will NOT be accepting voicemails at this time. We are ONLY taking names of those 80 years and older for the COVID vaccine. These names will be put on a reserve list and doesn’t promise...
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Posted 05/22/20
https://www.brookecountyhealthdepartment.com/guidelines-for-safely-opening-restaurants-and-bars/
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https://www.brookecountyhealthdepartment.com/guidelines-for-lvl/
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For Guidance on opening Campgrounds, Hotels, Large Retailers, Outdoor Equipment and Indoor Dining during Week 4 please click on the links. Campground Guidelines Hotel Guidelines Large Retail Guidelines Outdoor Equipment Guidelines GUIDELINES Indoor Dining At Restaurants...
Full ArticlePosted 05/12/20
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, WV CSR 64-17-3.1.b has extended the deadline for food establishments to obtain a food protection manager from July 1, 2020 until December 31, 2020.
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Posted 05/04/20
We all know that these are trying times when ordering PPE. Please click on the attachment for a safe vendor list provided by the National Guard.
Full ArticlePosted 04/30/20
If you are a BROOKE COUNTY businesses and are in NEED of PPE for your EMPLOYEES. Please fill out the attached form and fax it into our office 304-737-3689. The Brooke County Health Department can NOT guarantee requests to be filled as this DOES NOT come from our department. We encourage you to also look for alternative ways in receiving PPE as this is NOT a guarantee to you nor your employees.
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Guidance on Food Takeout and Deliveries
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Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Facility
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We feel it is necessary at this time to suspend out home loan program. If you are in need of a Home Loan than please contact a Home inspector.
Full ArticlePosted 01/14/20
Be on the lookout around the community for our newly marked Brooke-Hancock Van. We are always out and about and now we are easily identified in our marked van. We look forward to serving our community and reaching out to even more citizens.
Full ArticlePosted 09/16/19
The Brooke County Health Department has partnered with the Speech Pathology and Audiology Program at West Liberty University to bring you a FREE Hearing Screening. The screening will take place on Monday, October 28 2019 at the Brooke County Health Department. Please call 304-737-3665 to make your appointment. We look forward to seeing you!
Full ArticlePosted 04/02/19
On April 1st 2019, the Brooke County Board of Health made an amendment to the Clean Air Regulation of 2014 known as Amendment 1 that became effectively immediately. There is a copy of the Amendment 1 uploaded on the Brooke County Health Departments website at www.brookecountyhealthdepartment.com. In this amendment, it states that smoking is NOT regulated in Free Standing Limited Video Lottery rooms. By definition in the regulation, a "Free Standing Limited Video Lottery room" is defined...
Full ArticlePosted 12/13/18
WE WILL BE CLOSED ON DECEMBER 24, 25 & 31. ALSO ON JANUARY 1. HAPPY HOLIDAYS
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The Brooke County Health Department will be under construction from Thursday November 29 through Friday November 30 Please call in if you need anything, we are still open! Sorry for the inconvenience!
Full ArticlePosted 11/28/18
The Brooke County Board of Health will be holding a special meeting for the clean air regulation on January 14th at 7:30 in the commissioners room of the Brooke County Courthouse. If you wish to submit the affects (positive or negative) of the smoking ban to the board of health members please submit them to: Brooke County Health Department Attn: Clean Air Regulation. 204 Courthouse Sq. Wellsburg, WV 26070
Full ArticlePosted 11/01/18
Please Click on the link below to stay healthy and safe during the Fall! autumntips
Full ArticlePosted 10/18/18
The EPA discusses bed bugs in school and what to do and not to do. Please educate yourself on this matter.
Full ArticlePosted 10/03/18
Members with Medicaid may be eligible for transportation services. Also download the free mobile app for Google Play and iTunes
Full ArticlePosted 09/28/18
Please click on the link to educate yourself on prevention of bed bug infestations.
Full ArticlePosted 08/22/18
Every year the USDA coordinates a rabies barrier by dropping baits from a low flying plane along with hand baiting. This baiting is to prevent the spread of rabies Westward and push back towards the East. For more information click: www.dhhr.wv.gov/oeps/disease/Zoonosis/Rabies/Pages/ORV.aspx If someone should come in skin contact with the bait they should wash their hands and report it to the Brooke County Health Department at 304-737-3665. There is no harm if a pet should eat one of ...
Full ArticlePosted 06/28/18
Heartsaver First Aid , CPR AED class is to be held Wednesday July 25th at 5pm in the River Room at the Wellsburg Library. The cost to take the class and receive a 2year card is $50.00. Please call 304-737-3665 to register.
Full ArticlePosted 06/15/18
Please see attached calendar to view free summer activities in your community.
Full ArticlePosted 05/18/18
Healthy and Safe Swimming Week focuses on simple steps swimmers, parents of young swimmers, pool operators, and beach managers can take to help ensure healthy and safe swimming experiences for everyone. It highlights the role that swimmers, parents of young swimmers, aquatics and beach staff, residential pool owners, and public health officials play in preventing outbreaks of illnesses, drowning, and pool chemical injuries. Healthy and Safe Swimming Week promotes swimmer hygiene and the need for...
Full ArticlePosted 05/14/18
[caption id="attachment_5277" align="alignnone" width="958"] The Brooke County Health Department was able to distribute adult and junior Epinephrine Auto Injectors to Brooke County EMA Assistant Director Andy Nickerson for Brooke County EMS. This medication is used in emergencies to treat serious allergic reactions to insect stings/bites, foods, drugs, or other substances. Epinephrine acts quickly to improve breathing, stimulate the heart, raise a dropping blood pressure, reverse hives, and redu...
Full ArticlePosted 05/09/18
WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department announced that a domestic cat tested positive for rabies. The cat was found in the Market Street area in North Wheeling. The cat tested positive for rabies on May 7, 2018. This was the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2018. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county health departments in West Virginia, along with the United States Department of Agriculture-Wildlife Services regularly test an...
Full ArticlePosted 02/16/18
The danger of a flood does not end when the rains cease. During flood cleanup, the risk of wounds may be increased. For this reason, cleanup workers should be sure that they are up-to-date with tetanus vaccination, ideally before starting cleanup activities. Adults need a tetanus booster shot every 10 years. Td or Tdap can be used; getting the Tdap instead of Td for one tetanus booster during adulthood is recommended to maintain protection against pertussis. Being up-to-date for tetanus vaccine ...
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Heartsaver/First Aid classes for 2018 March 7 2018 July 18 2018 Classes are at East Ohio Reginal Hospital in the Ruth Brant Maguire Conference Room from 1pm-9pm ... These classes are offered through OVMC & EORH not the Brooke County Health Department.
Full ArticlePosted 11/15/17
On November 7th Brooke County Middle Schools Welcomed Lt. A.C. Napier, as he educated the young minds about drug prevention....
Full ArticlePosted 11/01/17
Mr. Napier will be speaking in the Brooke County Middles schools next week on Drug Prevention.
Full ArticlePosted 10/24/17
The Ohio Valley Harm Reduction Coalition is a needle access program. Clinic Times and Location are as follows: Northwood Health System , Outpatient Facility EVERY FRIDAY 1pm-3pm Hancock County Health Department EVERY THURSDAY 1pm-3pm Family Recovery Center Every 1st and 3rd Friday of Every Month Subject to change and closed on Holidays.
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Posted 07/21/17
The Brooke County Health Department attended the back to school fair and administered immunizations for the 7th and 12th graders, and handed out educational materials, drug testing kits and lots more.
Full ArticlePosted 03/20/17
Narcan (naloxone) is an opioid antagonist and is used for the complete or partial reversal of opioid overdose, including respiratory depression. It is also used for diagnosis of suspected or known acute opioid overdose and also for blood pressure support in septic shock. Narcan is available as a generic termed naloxone. If you are intrested in becoming trained to administer naloxone , the Brooke County Health Department can provide this training to you. Please call 304-737-3665 to learn more....
Full ArticlePosted 03/20/17
HIDTA - Give Me A Reason The "Give Me A Reason" drug prevention initiative is a voluntary drug testing program designated as a way for our youth to avoid peer pressure and give them a reason to say "no" to drug use. When confronted with drugs, this initiative will give youth an opportunity to say: "I can't use drugs, my parents drug test me!" "Give Me A Reason" will provide free saliva-based drug testing kits to parents or caregivers. The non-invasive test is then given within the pri...
Full ArticlePosted 03/20/17
MAY 10th @ 6pm... This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card for job, regulatory or other requirements . We do offer BLS for healthcare providers as well . Please call to register or for more information.
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Click the link below to learn about eating right, staying healthy and improve healthy living.
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You only have one heart , so click on link below to learn how to keep it healthy.
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It is important for parents, educators, and children to be educated on viruses and symptoms this time of year and how to prevent the spread of them. Rotavirus is a contagious virus that can cause gastroenteritis (inflammation of the stomach and intestines). Symptoms include severe watery diarrhea, often with vomiting, fever, and abdominal pain. Infants and young children are most likely to get rotavirus disease. They can become severely dehydrated and need to be hospitalized and can...
Full ArticlePosted 01/11/17
The Brooke County Health Department is excited to announce our second Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED class. Date: February 22nd Time: 5pm Where: Brooke County Library (River Room) 945 Main Street, Wellsburg, WV 26070 Cost: $30.00 Registration Deadline: Monday February 20th To Register please contact April @ 304-737-3665 or stop by the Brooke County Health Department
Full ArticlePosted 10/20/16
The Brooke County Health Department is excited to announce our first Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED class. Date: Wednesday November 16th Time: 10am-4pm Where: Brooke County Library (River Room) 945 Main Street, Wellsburg, WV 26070 Cost: $30.00 Registration Deadline: Monday November 14th To Register please contact April @ 304-737-3665 or stop by the Brooke County Health Department
Full ArticlePosted 10/03/16
Bonnies Bus will be parked at Brooke County Public Library ( In back) 945 Main Street ,Wellsburg WV on Wednesday, November 16 2016 from 9am-5pm. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 304-737-3665 and ask for Billie.
Full ArticlePosted 09/22/16
BROOKE COUNTY RESIDENTS Would you like to improve your health and earn prizes for walking? Join one of the following walks to learn more about the fall fun walking challenge. Follansbee-Saturday 10/8/2016 @ 10am -Mahan Park or Monday 10/10/2016 @ 5:30 pm -Follansbee Park Wellsburg-Monday 10/3/2016 @ 5:30pm -Wellsburg Town Square or Thursday 10/132016-Pioneer Trail Weirton-Friday 10/21/2016@ 8am- Panhandle Trail For more info contact- Rita Hawkins 304-748-7850 &nbs...
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Brooke County Farmers Market Every Wednesday from 3-6pm at Follansbee Tractor Supply or every Saturday from 9-1pm along Route 2 in Wellsburg (formerly Snyders Gas Station). There will be a variety of spring produce, bake goods, jams, jellies, syrups and more!...
Full ArticlePosted 06/14/16
During the months of June and July, the Community of Christ will be passing out weekend food backpacks for students age 18 and younger. They will be at the Follansbee Branch between 11:30 -12:30 every Friday in June and July starting June 10th. Any questions please call the church at 304-527-4596 ...
Full ArticlePosted 06/14/16
Starting the week of June 6th and ending July 29th, the Follansbee Branch will be hosting a Summer Meal Program sponsored by CHANGE, INC. Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30-12:30. Students 18 years and younger will be eligible to go and eat a cold pre-prepared meal. The sites are Follansbee Park, 4th Ward Park , Beech bottom, and Follansbee Library. ...
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If interested in donating your time please call Amy Gerrard 304-374-3815 or Diane Lucero for Follansbee and Lori Ohler 304-281-2870 or Dolly Kidd 304-914-1262 for Wellsburg.
Full ArticlePosted 06/14/16
Community Wellness Representative April Eltringham educating 5th graders about ticks.
Full ArticlePosted 06/02/16
On July 1 2016 The Brooke County Health Department's administration fee for Immunizations will go up to $20. This includes PPD's and the assessments. We work with families with little to no income and go off a sliding scale fee that fits your financial needs. No one will be turned away. All managed care insurance through the WV Medicaid program can be billed for immunizations and most commercial insurances as well.
Full ArticlePosted 06/02/16
Zika virus disease is a mosquito-borne illness. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are a mild fever, skin rashes, muscle and joint pain, and conjunctivitis. These symptoms normally last for 2-7 days. Seek medical care if symptoms worsen.
Full ArticlePosted 10/06/15
Please find attached the Brooke County Clean Air Regulation of 2014. For questions, call the Brooke County Health Department at (304) 737-3665.
Full ArticlePosted 06/02/15
Due to recent legislative law passage, food handler cards will see a rate increase beginning July 1st, 2015. The cards will be as follows: 1 Year card - $10 2 Year Card - $20 3 Year Card - $30
Full ArticlePosted 05/21/15
All students entering 7th grade and 12th grade will need to show proof of the following vaccines before entering school. 7th graders must show proof of a booster does of Tdap vaccine which protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) and a dose of MCV4 (meningitis) vaccine. 12th graders also must show proof of a single does of Tdap, plus booster does of MCV4 if the first dose of MCV4 was given before the child's 16th birthday. If the first dose was given after the 1...
Full ArticlePosted 04/21/15
Safe Litter Cleanup Tips When cleaning litter, it is important to do so in a safe and responsible manner. Always work in groups if possible. Wear reflective vests to promote visibility. Wear gloves or use litter grab device. Wear Long Sleeve Shirts and Pants if weather permitting. Always supervise children who may be participating in cleanup. Avoid wearing headphones that could cause warning impairment. Do not pick up litter on the roadway. Do not compact trash bags - injurie...
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