The Hamilton County Health Department and The City of Chattanooga’s Office of Community Health Partner to Offer Mobile WIC services at East Lake Community Center, beginning November 28th.

Hamilton County Health Department and the City of Chattanooga’s Office of Community Health are partnering to expand the Health Department’s Women, Infants, & Children Program (WIC) to offer mobile WIC services beginning Tuesday, November 28th, 2023. WIC is a program that provides nutrition education, breastfeeding education and support, nutritious foods, and health referrals to women, infants, and […]

Hamilton Department to Participate in Statewide “Fight Flu TN” Initiative Wednesday, November 1st.

The Hamilton County Health Department will participate in the statewide “Fight Flu TN” initiative by offering free flu shots to anyone six months and older. This event will take place on Wednesday, November 1st, at multiple locations throughout Hamilton County.  Details: Locations- Adults Only Locations- Adults and Children– All Health Department sites are open 8:00-4:00 *If a minor […]

Health Department Relaunches the Step ONE Teaching Garden Grants Program; Accepting Applications through September 7th

The Hamilton County Health Department announces the Step ONE Teaching Garden Grants Program, which focuses on addressing the issue of childhood nutrition by encouraging youth and their families to make healthier food decisions. The Teaching Gardens introduce positive skills such as balanced nutrition, teamwork, and responsibility to students at a young age. These gardens are […]

The Health Department’s Breast and Cervical Screening Program Expands Staff to Better Meet the Needs of Our Community

The Hamilton County Health Department’s Breast and Cervical Screening Program is expanding its services and staff to keep up with the demand of our growing community. The Tennessee Department of Health recently increased funding for Hamilton County’s Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program. This increased funding allows the Health Department’s Breast and Cervical Screening Program […]