Montgomery County Health Department

Mission - To Promote, Protect, and Improve The Health and Prosperity of People In Tennessee

Montgomery County Public Health Directory can be viewed and downloaded Here.

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Child Health

Healthy children are a major priority of the health department. Well-child checkups include physical exams, screening, tests, and immunizations. Screenings are available to ensure normal development and to detect and treat any medical conditions for persons from birth to 21 years of age. We strongly recommend regular checkups, and we make referrals for medical/dental services to be sure that all children are as healthy as they can be.

Immunization "Shots"

Immunizations against polio, diphtheria, whooping cough, lockjaw, measles, mumps, rubella (German measles), Hemophilus, and Hepatitis B are provided for children. Influenza (flu) and pneumonia immunizations as well as diphtheria-tetanus boosters are available to adults for lasting protection against these diseases.

Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program

WIC is a Federal program designed to provide supplemental food to low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women; infants, and children up to age five. The program provides a combination of nutrition education, supplemental foods, breastfeeding promotion, support, and referrals for health care. WIC has been proven to be effective in preventing and improving nutrition-related health problems.

Contact: (931) 551-8777 Fax (931) 503-0691
Hours: Monday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
See the bottom of the page to get a list of items needed for your WIC visit.

Primary Care

Medical staff are available for diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses. They also provide routine physicals for all ages. These may include clinical breast exams, screening mammograms, pap smears, colorectal, and other tests to screen for cancers. Special health counseling is provided as needed. We participate in TennCare and other insurance programs.

Food and General Sanitation

Environmental specialists are responsible for inspecting food service establishments, hotels/motels, public swimming pools, bed and breakfasts, child care facilities, schools, and other facilities. The division is also responsible for planning and promoting the rabies vaccination clinic and investigating animal bites. Please call (931) 648-5747. Select option 5 from the menu.

Nutrition Services

With physician referral, Registered Dietitians counsel individuals with special dietary needs such as hypertension, diabetes, and weight management. Nutrition education is also provided to community agencies, groups, and schools by the Health Educators or Diabetes Team.

Diabetes Team

The diabetes team facilitates a CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program twice a year which is free of charge and open to all community members who have prediabetes or are at risk for diabetes.

The year-long program teaches participants to make lasting lifestyle changes—like eating healthier, adding physical activity into their daily routine, and improving coping skills.

We are currently enrolling for our next cohort which will begin in JANUARY 2025.

Click the link below to take the quiz and see if you qualify for the program:

https://hipaa.jotform.com/form/242973314089463

Contact Daran McMillen, RD, or Nancy Proctor, RN at (615) 762-0236 for more questions.

Health Educators

Our health educators are here to offer free educational information and programs for schools, churches, workplaces, community groups, and individuals. Health topics include nutrition and healthy eating, sexual health, tobacco awareness and prevention, health risks of physical inactivity, employee wellness, substance abuse, cyberbullying, internet safety, and overall health and wellness. They also offer free smoking cessation classes.

Children's Special Services (CSS)

This service assists with medical treatment for children to age 21 when they have special medical needs and the family is financially unable to provide the necessary care. This service may also include speech and hearing screenings.

Dental Clinic

Dental Services are provided to uninsured children and those with TennCare, under the age of 21. Adults are only seen in cases of emergency.
Open 7:45a.m. - 4:00 p.m..Closed for lunch 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

For more information call: (931) 648-7261.

Family Planning

Patients receive a complete physical exam and all appropriate lab tests, and are taught about birth control methods and supplied with their chosen method (unless there is a medical reason that would be dangerous). Many infections and other contraceptive problems can also be treated.

HUGS (Help Us Grow Successfully) Program

Home visits are made by a care coordinator to families whose infants may be at risk for medical or developmental problems. This follow-up begins during the prenatal period. Teen mothers and their infants are given the highest priority.

Motor Voter Program

Is available and assistance in completing the forms will be provided.

Prenatal

Pregnancy testing and referral are available. Please ask us which services we offer.

Vital Records

Birth and death information is collected and sent to the State's Office of Vital Records. Copies of death certificates are issued upon request. Certified copies of birth certificates for persons born in Tennessee in 1949 or after may be requested through the health department. Birth and Death certificates are $15.00 each. Office hours: 8 am -4 pm. Closed for lunch 12:30 pm -1:30 p.m. Call (931) 648-7257

Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)

The health department provides FREE and confidential testing and treatment for syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV. Contact follow-up conducted to avoid further spread of disease. Services are available without parental consent. Testing is done on a walk-in basis until clinic capacity is met for the day. You may call to make sure the walk-ins are available before arriving.
(931) 648-5747.

TennCare Kids

A program of ensuring checkups and healthcare services for persons from birth to 21 years of age who have TennCare. Community Outreach Representatives are available to promote the importance of well-child checkups and preventive care to individuals and groups through participation in community activities, schools, agencies, and home visits.

For more information, call Lori Waller (931) 648-7215.

Tuberculosis

Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of tuberculosis patients and contacts are provided. Medications are available at the health department.