Gilmer County Health Department

10/22/2026

https://www.gilmerhealthwv.com/post/air-fryers-and-food-safety

Air fryers are kitchen appliances used for “frying” foods without cooking the food in oils. Although ovens are larger and hold more food, air fryers, which are essentially countertop convection ovens, cook food faster and consume less energy. How They Work After placing food into the fryer baske...

10/22/2026

https://www.gilmerhealthwv.com/post/rodent-control-in-food-establishments

With the arrival of Fall and lower outdoor temperatures, rats and mice seek shelter indoors where it is warm and there is a reliable source of food and water. In addition to carrying diseases such as Hantavirus and salmonella, rodents destroy food products and contaminate food contact surfaces with....

10/20/2026

Please call 304-462-7351 or 304-462-3077 to schedule.

10/14/2026

10/07/2026

FLU SHOT CLINIC! NEXT MONTH!

09/30/2026

The Gilmer County Health Department has Flu shots available for all ages. Please call 304-462-7351 or stop by the Health Department today for your shot.

09/29/2026

https://www.gilmerhealthwv.com/post/special-requirements-for-shellstock

Q: What is included in the Food Code definition of MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH? A: Any edible species of fresh or frozen oysters, clams, mussels or scallops (or the edible portions of them) Q: Are there any exceptions? A: Yes, shucked scallops consisting only of the adductor muscle. Q: Are there any restric...