Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. Testing & Treatment: View a list of clinics in Grant County that … [Read more...]
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Meet Our Board
Currently, GCHD is governed by an eight-member Grant County Board of Health, which consists of community stakeholders and locally elected and appointed officials representing county and city governments in Grant County. They have broad legal authority and responsibility to protect the community’s health and to enforce a variety of local, state, and federal laws and regulations. … [Read more...]
2020 Updates for COVID-19 in Grant County, WA
This page includes COVID-19 updates for 2020 and will no longer be updated. For the latest information, please go to the latest COVID-19 updates page. Para traducir esta página a otro idioma, encuentre este botón en la parte inferior de la página.Щоб перекласти цю сторінку на іншу мову, знайдіть цю кнопку внизу сторінки. Чтобы перевести эту страницу на другой язык, … [Read more...]
Notifiable Condition Report Forms
Public Health Surveillance is the collection, investigation and distribution of data about illness and death. This surveillance helps prevent and control disease in Grant County and in Washington State. Reporting notifiable conditions in Grant County. Call GCHD at (509)-766-7960 fax (509) 764-2813 For urgent public health emergencies or immediately notifiable … [Read more...]
Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. This inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, but can be a result of injury, cancer, or certain drugs. It is important to know the specific … [Read more...]