Jefferson County Public Health Service (JCPHS) is a division of local government dedicated to improving and protecting the health and well-being of residents in Jefferson County, New York. As a public health authority, it delivers a wide range of services aimed at preventing disease, promoting healthy living, and preparing for public health emergencies. JCPHS specializes in community outreach, health education, vaccination programs, environmental health monitoring, and communicable disease control.

The department collaborates closely with local, state, and federal partners to ensure alignment with public health standards and to respond efficiently to emerging health concerns. JCPHS places a strong emphasis on maternal and child health, offering services like WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) and lead screening. It also works to protect the community through restaurant and water quality inspections. With a people-first philosophy, the department promotes health equity and disease prevention through education and evidence-based practices.

Residents benefit from timely updates on health alerts, seasonal flu clinics, and chronic disease management resources. Through its robust public engagement and transparent practices, JCPHS serves as a vital link between science-based health policy and the diverse communities it serves.

Key Services:

– Immunizations for children and adults
– Communicable disease investigation and case management
– Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program
– Maternal and child health services
– Environmental health inspections (food services, water systems, etc.)
– Public health emergency preparedness and response
– Health education and promotion programs
– Lead screening and prevention services
– Rabies prevention and animal bite reporting
– Tuberculosis screening and treatment programs