Disease Prevention & Health Promotion

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Communicable Disease

Public health works to protect individuals and communities against the spread of disease, injuries and environmental hazards while promoting and encouraging healthier lifestyles.

Harm Reduction Program

Lincoln County's Harm Reduction program offers syringe exchange services, and free resources, such as overdose reversal kits, condoms and first aid supplies. This helps reduce the risk of HIV, Hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections, and other bacterial infections. We also offer rapid HIV, Hepatitis C, and syphilis testing. Click HERE for the Van Site Location Schedule.

Health Promotion 

Lincoln County's Health Promotion programs seek to educate, promote, coordinate effective community-based prevention strategies, and collaborate with the community and stakeholders to prevent and reduce areas of public health significance, creating a healthier community. Our Health Promotion team works to:

  • Prevent alcohol and drug use, tobacco use, and problem gambling
  • Promote mental health awareness and resources