McDowell County Health Department

09/23/2026

📣 PLEASE SHARE 📣

Water will be available to Gary residents at City Hall THIS THURSDAY, SEPT 24 from noon-3pm or until supplies last

Volunteers are always welcome!

09/22/2026

Protect yourself this flu season. 💙

The 2026–2027 flu vaccine is now available at the McDowell County Health Department. High-dose flu vaccine is also available for adults ages 65 and older.

📞 Call 304-448-2174 to make an appointment.

09/22/2026

TB Testing Available
Need a TB skin test for work, school, or volunteer requirements?
The McDowell County Health Department offers TB testing by appointment only.
📞 Call our office for details and to schedule an appointment.

09/16/2026

🚨Attention: New Food Establishments🚨

In McDowell County, all food establishments must obtain a permit from the Health Department before operating. To apply, submit the following with the required fees:

Plan Review Form (SF-35) and Permit Application (SF-5)

Floor plans & Plan Review Report (due at least 45 days before construction, conversion, or remodeling)

Permit Application (due at least 30 days before opening to allow for necessary adjustments)

Permit Fee (based on seating capacity)

Applications can be submitted by mail, email, or in person. Credit card payments are accepted.

After plan approval, an inspection is required before opening, and establishments will be inspected at least every six months per FDA guidelines.

🔁 RELOCATING or CHANGING LOCATIONS?
You MUST submit a new Plan Review and Permit Application
and complete a new inspection before reopening.

For questions, contact McDowell County Health Dept. at (304) 448-2174.

08/19/2026

The McDowell County Health Department will be offering school-required vaccinations at TWO Open House events on Thursday, August 20th!
📍 Mt. View High School
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Southside K-8
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Stop by and get those back-to-school vaccinations taken care of while you’re there! 💉📚
For more information, call 304-448-2174.

08/19/2026

📢 EVENT UPDATE

The Riverview High School / Sandy River Middle School Open House scheduled for Wednesday, August 19th has been moved to August 20th.

Because of this change, the McDowell County Health Department will not be at the school tomorrow for vaccinations.

Please disregard the original event information. We will share any updated vaccination opportunities as they become available.

Thank you for understanding! 💙💛

08/17/2026