Gallia County Health Department

06/17/2026

06/11/2026

Free Landfill Day is coming up!

Gallia County residents can take advantage of Free Landfill Day on:

Saturday, June 13, 2026
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Gallia Landfill Inc.
497 Roush Hollow Road, Bidwell, OH 45614

This is a great opportunity to dispose of unwanted items and help keep our community clean.

06/10/2026

In an effort to keep our community members informed, we will continue to provide a monthly update on the infectious diseases investigated. As promised, here are the infectious disease investigations for May 2026.
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝, 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬.
If you have questions or would like to learn more, please visit our website at galliacohealth.gov or contact the Nursing Department at 740-441-2950.

06/09/2026

The Gallia County Health Department recently had the opportunity to attend and present at the World TB Day conference focused on tuberculosis awareness, prevention, screening, and treatment.

Tuberculosis remains an important public health concern, and ongoing education is essential to ensuring our staff stay informed on current best practices, updated guidance, and effective strategies for prevention and response. Opportunities like this allow us to strengthen our knowledge, collaborate with other public health professionals, and bring valuable information back to our local community.

We were grateful for the opportunity to present, learn, and participate in professional development that supports our mission to protect and improve the health of Gallia County residents. Through continued education and community awareness, we remain committed to supporting early identification, appropriate treatment, and prevention of tuberculosis.

06/04/2026

🌟 Now Accepting New Patients! 🌟
Gallia County Health Department

🩺 Meet Sarah Cade, APRN-CNP
Nurse Practitioner

Services Offered:
✔️ Primary Care
✔️ Reproductive Health
✔️ Wellness Services

Sarah Cade has experience in compassionate, high-quality care. She is committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, one patient at a time.

📅 Appointments Available Now
📍 Walk-ins Welcome!

📞 Call to Schedule: 740-441-2958
🏥 Gallia County Health Department
Your health is our priority.

05/29/2026

Our phone lines are back up and running. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

05/29/2026

We are currently experiencing telephone issues. We apologize for the inconvenience.

05/27/2026

As we enjoy the summer season, it’s important to keep safety in mind. Emergencies can happen quickly, and it is common for people to freeze in the moment. Learning a few basic first aid and water safety skills ahead of time can help you feel more prepared and confident if something unexpected happens.

Drowning prevention is especially important during the summer months. Children should always be closely supervised around water, even if they have had swimming lessons. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, and residential pools, lakes, rivers, and other natural waters all come with risks.

A few important reminders:

• Supervise children closely and constantly around water.
• Use life jackets when boating or around natural water.
• Do not rely on floaties or air-filled toys as safety devices.
• Avoid alcohol while swimming, boating, or supervising children near water.
• Swim with a buddy whenever possible.
• Be aware of weather, currents, visibility, and other hazards in natural waters.
• Consider extra precautions for medical conditions or medications that may affect balance, coordination, or alertness.
• Learn CPR. These skills can save a life while waiting for emergency responders to arrive.

First aid and CPR videos are a great way to review the basics, but they are not a replacement for hands-on training. If possible, consider taking a first aid, CPR, swimming, or water safety course.

A little preparation can go a long way in helping everyone have a safer summer.