Welcome to the Wayne County Health Department

The primary mission of the Wayne County Health Department is the prevention and control of disease and injuries in your community.

• Plan for Prevention Health Needs of Community:  collect and assess community health data, develop policies and programs based on community need, and work with other providers to assure community health needs are being met.
  
• Monitor and Respond to Disease Outbreaks:  collect information on all communicable disease cases and who their contacts are to limit and prevent the spread of disease.
  
• Protect the Environment:  inspect and license all food services, private sewage systems and private water sources.
  
• Provide Clinical Preventive Services:  immunizations and screenings are provided with a focus on individuals underserved by the private system.
  
• Provide prevention education to help individuals stay healthy.
  
• Assist targeted high risk groups in seeking medical and social services.