Monongalia County Health Department
The mission of Monongalia County Health Department is to
protect our community, prevent disease and promote healthy living.
Clinical
Services
(304) 598-5119
MCHD
Dentistry
(304) 598-5108
MCHD Environmental
(304) 598-5131
Threat
Preparedness
(304) 598-5154
WIC
Program
(304) 598-5181
  LATEST NEWS
Harrison Co. WIC moving to Bridgeport
Posted Sept. 18, 2018

Harrison County's WIC office is moving from Clarksburg to Bridgeport. The new address is 103 East Main St., across from Almost Heaven Desserts. WIC staff members are moving Sept. 17-21; we will resume business on Monday, Sept. 24 at the new location. Phones will be forwarded for now so you can still call 304-623-1147. To get to the new location, take exit 119 off I-79 and head east toward downtown Bridgeport for about two miles. The new office is on the right. Read more...
West Nile Virus found in WV mosquitoes
Posted Aug. 28, 2018

West Nile Virus (WNV) has been found in mosquitoes in West Virginia that were trapped and tested for disease. There have not been any reported cases of WNV in West Virginia this summer. Not everyone who is bitten by a mosquito with WNV will develop the illness, and not everyone who is infected will develop symptoms. For some, however, WNV can lead to illnesses that attack the central nervous system, such as encephalitis or meningitis. There are several steps to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes, including wearing insect repellent and long sleeves and long pants outdoors; dumping out any standing water from flower pots in your yard and using mosquito dunks that kill larvae in remaining standing water, such as a pond. The fact sheet on the left has more information. Read more ...
MCHD Smile Express is on its way
Posted Aug. 8, 2018

Stay tuned—MCHD Smile Express will be making its debut soon, taking dentistry on the road. Our dental staff will travel to schools and see students who don't have a dental home, as well as others in the community who might have a need, such as senior citizens. Students will receive a check-up, X-rays, fluoride, sealants and oral health education. Read more ...
World Hep Day more important than ever
Posted July 18, 2018

July 28 is World Hepatitis Day, was launched in 2007 by the World Hepatitis Alliance. It’s a great time to learn about this disease, how to avoid it, how to get tested for it and how to treat it. Furthermore, MCHD’s Clinical Services program has teamed up with the West Virginia University School of Nursing to conduct a Hepatitis Clinic on Fridays to combat this disease that is very prevalent in West Virginia. Clients can be tested and then also receive care, guidance and referrals for additional treatment.
Radon tests discounted due to grant
Posted July 13, 2018

As of July 1, a grant has made it possible for Monongalia County Health Department to perform the test for half of the usual cost of $125. So instead of $125, the test is $62.50. An MCHD Environmental Health registered sanitarian who is certified in radon testing can come to your home and perform the test.