The Porter County Board of Health holds monthly meetings which are open to the public. If you’d like to take part in the next session, keep an eye on our page for meeting times and updates. The Porter County Health Department promotes and protects the health and well-being of our community through the following five divisions. Emergency Response & Preparedness:
The Porter County Health Department's Public Health Emergency Response and Preparedness Section is responsible for the county's Public Health Emergency Response and Preparedness Program
Environmental Health:
The Environmental Health Division provides a wide variety of services to the community. Our staff is dedicated to reducing the risk of contracting disease or experiencing other adverse health effects from pathogens in the environment. Food Services Division:
The Porter County Health Department Food Services Division currently performs routine inspections of over 800 establishments completing 1,800+ inspections per year. This includes, but is not limited to, restaurants, convenience stores, grocery stores, taverns, factories, schools, and bakeries. These inspections ensure food handlers are safely preparing foods as well as maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. Nursing Division:
The Nursing Division promotes and protects the health and well-being of our community through a variety of services and programs. Some of our services include:
Adult Immunizations
Children Immunizations
Communicable Disease Education
Community Health Fair Participation
HIV/STD Counseling and Testing
Injury Prevention
Lead Poisoning and Healthy Homes
Travel Immunizations
Free Pregnancy Testing Program
Vital Records:
Provides friendly, courteous and accurate service to our clients while issuing birth and death certification in full compliance with the Indiana State Department of Health.
