Whooping cough outbreak Garfield County has reached 11 confirmed cases of whooping cough. Tdap immunizations are offered free at GCPH offices in Glenwood Springs and Rifle for adults and children ages 10 and older. press release-| pertussis facts-| immunize for good-|
New public health director appointed Garfield County Commissioners appointed a new public health director, Yvonne Long, Monday, for retiring director Mary Meisner. Long is ready for the challenge, and is working to protect against the spread of whooping cough here. press release-|
Healthy messages Local kids offered messages to the community on Medicaid services in a radio promotion recorded at KMTS studios. The message is that glasses, dental and medical costs and prescriptions are covered. audio clip-|bus billboard-|
Vision
Our vision is that residents of Garfield County will have access to resources that promote optimal health, safety and well-being.
Mission
Our mission is to prevent disease and promote healthy behavior.
Standards
The Garfield County Public Health Department is committed to the highest standards of health for individuals and communities.
Program and services
• Blood pressure screenings
• Car seat checks
• Communicable disease surveillance
• Early periodic screening, diagnosis, and treatment for Medicaid clients (EPSDT)
• Environmental health
• Health care program for children with special needs (HCP)
• Health education
• Immunizations for children and adults
• Prenatal case management
• Tobacco prevention
• Travel vaccinations
• Women, Infants and Children nutritional supplement program (WIC)
