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Jefferson County Public Health offers a wide range of programs dedicated to promoting community health.

Jefferson County Public Health is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all Jefferson County residents through policies, partnerships, and services. Our programs include WIC, Tobacco Prevention and Education, HIV & TB testing and case management, immunizations, public health preparedness, Communicable Disease investigations, several early life home visitation programs, and more! For service schedules, see the list below or give us a call at (541) 475-4456. Service Schedule:

Birth & Death Vital Records: Monday-Friday
Environmental Health: Monday-Friday
Food Handlers Licenses: Friday (test)
Home Visiting Programs: By appointment
Pregnancy Tests: By appointment
Women's Health Exams: By appointment
Birth Control Start: By appointment
Medication Refills: By appointment
Emergency Contraception: Monday-Friday
Immunizations: By appointment (Mondays & Fridays)
STD Checks: By appointment
TB Skin Testing: By appointment (Mondays & Fridays)
WIC: By appointment
We are closed on holidays.

24/7 Non-Emergency Phone: (541) 384-2080

10/21/2026

Don't miss the Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue Drive-thru Vaccine Clinic, Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 3pm to 6pm. Please remember to bring your insurance card! Vaccines available: Flu, High Dose Flu & COVID-19 (Moderna). We look forward to seeing you again!

Next clinic in Culver at the City Hall on October 27th, 3pm to 6pm.

10/06/2026

Open Gym is back Friday, 10/16! 🏀
Join us at Bridges High School Gym from 6–8 PM for free youth basketball.
✨Open to youth with a focus on ages 10–17
👟 Remember to wear non-marking gym shoes.
See the flyer for details.

¡El gimnasio vuelve el viernes 16 de octubre! 🏀
Acompáñenos en el gimnasio de Bridges High School de 6-8 pm para jugar al baloncesto gratis.
✨ Abierto a jóvenes de 10 a 17 años.
👟 Recuerda llevar zapatillas que no dejen marcas.
Consulta el folleto para obtener más información.

09/22/2026

Join Us for a FREE Car Seat Safety Event & Community Health Resource Fair! This Saturday, September 26th, 10am to 3pm at Jefferson County Public Health, 500 NE A Street., Madras, OR.

Have you had a new addition to your family or an infant or child(ren) that has outgrown their car seat? Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to ensure your car seat is installed correctly or the chance to upgrade with a certified technician.

ENJOY:
* Free Pizza
* Free Child Care
* Free Raffle (gift baskets, strollers, diapers, play pen, bicycle)
* Community partners with Community Health Resources

CAR SEATS AVAILABLE FOR $25 TO ELIGIBLE FAMILIES.
SOME SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE.

Bring your family and make sure your little one is safe on the road!

08/29/2026

What a great day to drive out to the Madras Airshow today, we are excited to see you! The weather is cooler and the air quality is good. Come spin the Public Health Wheel of FUN and get yourself some fun swag!!!

08/27/2026

Wildfire smoke can affect more than our physical health. Prolonged smoky conditions can also contribute to stress, anxiety, and other emotional impacts. It’s important to check in with yourself, your family, and others who may be affected.
If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:
• 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support.
• Lines For Life: Call 800-923-HELP (4357) for emotional support and help connecting with resources. Interpreters are available.
• YouthLine: Young people can call 877-968-8491 or text teen2teen to 839863.
• AgriStress HelpLine: Free, 24/7 support for Oregon’s agricultural, forestry, and fishing communities and their families. Call or text 833-897-2474.
• 211info: Connect with local resources for food, shelter, health care, emotional support, and other needs.

El humo de los incendios forestales puede afectar algo más que nuestra salud física. La exposición prolongada al humo también puede contribuir al estrés, la ansiedad y otros efectos emocionales. Es importante estar pendiente de su propio bienestar, así como del de su familia y de otras personas que puedan verse afectadas.
Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita apoyo, hay ayuda disponible:
• 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: (Línea de prevención del suicidio y crisis 988): Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988 para recibir apoyo confidencial y gratuito en situaciones de crisis.
• Lines For Life: Llame al 800-923-HELP (4357) para recibir apoyo emocional y ayuda para conectar con recursos. Hay intérpretes disponibles.
• YouthLine: Los jóvenes pueden llamar al 877-968-8491 o enviar un mensaje de texto con la palabra "teen2teen" al 839863.
• AgriStress HelpLine: Apoyo gratuito y disponible las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, para las comunidades agrícolas, forestales y pesqueras de Oregón y sus familias. Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 833-897-2474.
• 211info: Conéctese con recursos locales para obtener alimentos, refugio, atención médica, apoyo emocional y cubrir otras necesidades.

08/13/2026

Wildfire Smoke Advisory
Jefferson County is included in an Oregon DEQ air quality advisory for wildfire smoke through at least Friday afternoon, August 14.
Smoke conditions can change throughout the day.
Check current air quality: AirNow.gov
Wildfire smoke updates: OregonSmoke.org
Local resources:
• Cooling & Cleaner Air Spaces are available in Jefferson County — see the attached flyer for locations.
• N95 masks are available at Jefferson County Public Health — Pick up at 500 NE A St. Suite #102, Madras, OR 97741
For more information on protecting your health during wildfire smoke, visit AirNow.gov .
Aviso de humo por incendios forestales
El Condado de Jefferson está incluido en un aviso de calidad del aire del DEQ de Oregon debido al humo de incendios forestales, al menos hasta la tarde del viernes,14 de Agosto.
Las condiciones del humo pueden cambiar durante el día.
Consulta la calidad del aire actual: AirNow.gov
Actualizaciones sobre humo de incendios forestales: OregonHumo.org
Recursos locales:
• Espacios de enfriamiento y aire más limpio están disponibles en el condado de Jefferson — mire el folleto para las ubicaciones.
• Mascarillas N95 disponibles en Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson — recógelas en 500 NE A St. Suite #102, Madras, OR 97741
Para más información sobre cómo proteger su salud durante el humo de incendios forestales, visite AirNow.gov .

08/03/2026

In partnership with Jefferson County Extension Service, Jefferson County Public Health is offering a limited number of free Box Fans with an Air Filter to eligible Jefferson County residents while supplies last. These kits can help improve indoor air quality during wildfire smoke events.
To qualify, you must:
• Have received assistance within the past 12 months through programs such as OHP/OHA, ODHS, Medicare, WIC, or SNAP.
And meet at least one of the following:
• Be 65 years of age or older
• Be a medically fragile child
• Have a health condition that worsens because of smoke or poor air quality, such as asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure
Complete the eligibility form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MNPg2kSMnJ
All applications will be reviewed to confirm eligibility. Fans will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
For questions, please contact Jefferson County Public Health at 541-475-4456.
En colaboración con Jefferson County Extension Service, Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson está ofreciendo un número limitado de filtros de aire para ventiladores de caja gratis a los residentes elegibles del Condado de Jefferson, hasta agotar existencias. Estos kits pueden ayudar a mejorar la calidad del aire interior durante eventos de humo por incendios forestales.
Para calificar, debes:
• Haber recibido asistencia en los últimos 12 meses a través de programas como OHP/OHA, ODHS, Medicare, WIC o SNAP.
Y cumplir al menos uno de los siguientes:
• Tener 65 años o más
• Ser un niño médicamente frágil
• Tener una condición de salud que empeore debido al humo o a la mala calidad del aire, como asma, EPOC, enfermedades del corazón, diabetes o hipertensión
Completa el formulario de elegibilidad aquí: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MNPg2kSMnJ
Todas las solicitudes serán revisadas para confirmar la elegibilidad. Los ventiladores se distribuirán por orden de llegada, hasta agotar existencias.
Para preguntas, comunícate con la Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson al 541-475-4456. See less

07/31/2026

In partnership with Jefferson County Extension Service, Jefferson County Public Health is offering a limited number of free Box Fans with an Air Filter to eligible Jefferson County residents while supplies last. These kits can help improve indoor air quality during wildfire smoke events.

To qualify, you must:
• Have received assistance within the past 12 months through programs such as OHP/OHA, ODHS, Medicare, WIC, or SNAP.

And meet at least one of the following:
• Be 65 years of age or older
• Be a medically fragile child
• Have a health condition that worsens because of smoke or poor air quality, such as asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure

Complete the eligibility form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MNPg2kSMnJ

All applications will be reviewed to confirm eligibility. Fans will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

For questions, please contact Jefferson County Public Health at 541-475-4456.

En colaboración con Jefferson County Extension Service, Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson está ofreciendo un número limitado de filtros de aire para ventiladores de caja gratis a los residentes elegibles del Condado de Jefferson, hasta agotar existencias. Estos kits pueden ayudar a mejorar la calidad del aire interior durante eventos de humo por incendios forestales.

Para calificar, debes:
• Haber recibido asistencia en los últimos 12 meses a través de programas como OHP/OHA, ODHS, Medicare, WIC o SNAP.

Y cumplir al menos uno de los siguientes:
• Tener 65 años o más
• Ser un niño médicamente frágil
• Tener una condición de salud que empeore debido al humo o a la mala calidad del aire, como asma, EPOC, enfermedades del corazón, diabetes o hipertensión

Completa el formulario de elegibilidad aquí: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MNPg2kSMnJ

Todas las solicitudes serán revisadas para confirmar la elegibilidad. Los ventiladores se distribuirán por orden de llegada, hasta agotar existencias.

Para preguntas, comunícate con la Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson al 541-475-4456.

07/24/2026

Jefferson County Public Health is reminding community members to take steps to protect themselves from wildfire smoke.

Wildfire smoke can reduce air quality and affect your health. Stay informed by checking current air quality at https://AirNow.gov or by calling 2-1-1. When air quality is unhealthy or hazardous, limit outdoor activities.

If you are unable to keep your home safely cool and free from smoke, cleaner-air spaces are available throughout Jefferson County where you can get relief. Find a list of locations on our website: https://www.jeffco.net/publichealth

Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson está recordando a los miembros de la comunidad que tomen medidas para protegerse del humo de los incendios forestales.

El humo de los incendios forestales puede reducir la calidad del aire y afectar su salud. Mantente informado revisando la calidad del aire actual en https://AirNow.gov o llamando al 2-1-1. Cuando la calidad del aire sea insalubre o peligrosa, limita las actividades al aire libre.

Si no puedes mantener tu hogar fresco y libre de humo de manera segura, hay espacios con aire más limpio disponibles en todo el Condado de Jefferson donde puedes encontrar alivio. Encuentra una lista de lugares en nuestro sitio web: https://www.jeffco.net/publichealth

07/22/2026

Fair season is here!

As you enjoy the food, activities, and exhibits, remember to make handwashing part of your day. Wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water aren’t available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

Wishing everyone a fun and healthy fair! 🧼

¡Ya llegó la temporada de ferias!

Mientras disfruta de la comida, las actividades y las exhibiciones, recuerde incluir el lavado de manos como parte de su día. Lávese las manos con agua y jabón durante al menos 20 segundos. Si no hay agua y jabón disponibles, use un desinfectante de manos que contenga al menos un 60 % de alcohol.

¡Les deseamos a todos una feria divertida y saludable! 🧼

Address

500 NE A Sreet, Suite 102
Chennai, OR
97741

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15414754456

Website

https://www.JeffCo.net/PublicHealth

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