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(218) 998-8320


 
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Public Health
 Diane Thorson - Public Health Director Email
 

If you are ill, see your health care provider. To report an emergency, call 911.
If you are a physician calling to report an infectious disease, please call 651-201-5414 or 1-877-676-5414.


Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department will contact a public health employee in the event of a public health emergency.
Call 218-998-8555 or 911 to report a public health emergency.


Otter Tail Public Health does not have an answering service available for after hour messages.  If you need to contact us for any reason, please call 218-998-8320 between the hours of 8-4:30 Monday to Friday.  If this is an emergency please call 911.

Public Health

echo /code readyFunctions
Prevents epidemics and the spread of disease
Protects against environmental hazards
Prevents injuries
Promotes and encourages healthy behaviors
Responds to disasters and assists communities in recovery
Assures the quality and accessibility of health services

Maintains adequate public health services

General Information
Special Notices
pdf Vision, Mission and Values
Frequently Asked Questions
Public Health Services
WIC Guidelines
(off site link)
WIC Information
bullet Family Planning
bullet Beat the Bedbugs
bullet Binge Drinkers' Brains
bullet Breast Feeding Support Center
Forms
Guidelines for Mold Issues
pdf Head Lice
Tobacco Ordinance
Clandestine (Meth) Lab Ordinance
Animal Health and Control Ordinance
Transition Services
bullet TB Pathway Tools
pdf Infection Disease and Cleanliness Reference Guide

bullet Six Otter Tail County locations announced for FREE disposal of unwanted medication City and county officials are working together to provide Otter Tail County residents with a FREE, anonymous, and no-questions-asked avenue to dispose of unwanted prescription medication, over-the-counter medication, or narcotic drugs in a way that minimizes risk to health and safety. Take It To The Box

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April 21-28th is National Infant Immunization Week!
  Are your kids up to date on their shots?  For more information or parent resources please visit www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/immunize/niiw.html

www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/index.html

bullet March is National Nutrition Month and the theme is Get Your Plate in Shape. Check out www.choosemyplate.gov to help you make healthier food and physical activity choices.

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Dental Outreach Clinic for Kids
New York Mills, April 23 & 24 MORE>>

bullet Private water well owners in flood prone areas urged to take precautions - before and after a flood MORE>>

Older Adult/Senior Resources
Check Ups and Immunizations
Older Adult/Senior Services Directory
Older Adult/Senior Program - Information and Referral Center
bullet Older Adult/Senior Program: Long Term Care Option Counseling
bullet Healthcare Directive Forms

bullet Medicare Health Plan Comparisons (2012)

Living Well with Chronic Conditions Class Schedules
a. To find a class: Go to http://www.mnhealthyaging.org/ and click on the "Find a Class" tab
b. For information: Go to http://www.mnhealthyaging.org/ and click on the "Self-Management" tab and then the words "Living Well with Chronic Conditions."


Senior Program

pdf 2012 Public Health Immunization Clinic Schedule and WIC Voucher pick-up Schedule
Child and Teen Check Up Outreach
bullet Immunization Information and Resources
Immunization Shots
bullet Personal Preparedness for an Emergency
West Nile Virus
pdf Your Chance for Medicare Updates

myplate Making healthier food and physical activity choices
 

Surveys
Links
Community Needs Assessment Survey Results
MN Student Survey
MN Student Survey Trend Data
(off site link)
pdf Summary of the Freedom to Breathe Provisions in the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act (off site link)
Small Towns Face a Fitness Gap (off site link)
Transition Services Links
Links
   
 

Mailing address:
Public Health
Government Services Center
560 Fir Ave W

Fergus Falls, MN 56537
 

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