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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the hours of operation for Public Health Solutions District Health Department?
A: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Q: Who would I contact in the event of a public health emergency at night or on weekends?
A: Please call (888) 310-0565 if you should need to contact someone regarding a public health emergency after hours (402) 730-4829 or (402) 826-7075.
Q: How is Public Health Solutions District Health Department funded?
A: The Public Health Solutions District Health Department is funded in several ways. The initial creation of the health department was funded by the Nebraska Tobacco Settlement Bill, LB 692. If the funds are left alone, they will continue to partially fund this health department as well as many other health agencies across the state for about 20 years. Health departments established under LB 692 were also provided with additional infrastructure funds through LB 1060, which is subject to annual budget review and cuts/eliminiation. Public Health Solutions is writes grant applications and does some contract work with other organizations.
Q: Is public health only for low income people?
A: No public health is for everyone! It works to protect the health and well-being of all people, young and old, from rich to poor.
Q: What does a public health department do?
A: A public health department works to promote health, prevent disease and protect communities. By focusing on the community as a whole, public health departments provides services based on the community specific needs.
Q: Where can I take my child to be immunized?
A: See tab immunizations for specific locations in each county of where to receive your immunization shots.
Q: How do I find out more about a health topics?
A: A quick way to learn more about a health topic is to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website (www.cdc.gov). Also, feel free to contract the Public Health Solutions District Health Department with questions as well. You may also use the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of home page website.
Q: What services are available for the elderly in my community?
Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging (BRAAA)
Larry Ossowski, Director
1901 Court St
Beatrice, NE 68310-2946
Phone: (402) 223-1376 / 1 (800) 317-9417
Website: http://www.braaa.org/
Counties Served: Gage, Jefferson, Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, Richardson
and Thayer
Aging Partners
June Pederson, Director
1005 O Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone: (402) 441-7070 / 1 (800) 247-0938
E-mail: Life@lincoln.ne.gov
Website: http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/mayor/aging/index.htm
Counties Served: Butler, Fillmore, Lancaster, Polk, Saline, Saunders, Seward, York
Saline Eldercare
109 W 3rd St
Wilber, NE 68465
402-821-3330
Q: I am concerned about my water quality. How do I get it tested?
A: Public water systems are tested routinely for a long list of potential contaminants and quality indicators, but the water lines from the main system to your residence may influence quality from the tap. Private well systems may (and should!) be tested annually by the owner to ensure health and safety. Lower Big Blue NRD (Gage County, some areas of Jefferson and Saline Counties), 805 Dorsey St, P O. Box 826, Beatrice, NE 68310, phone (402) 228-3402. Upper Big Blue NRD (Fillmore and some areas of Saline),105 Lincoln Avenue, York, NE 68467, phone (402) 362-6601. Little Blue NRD (Thayer and areas of Jefferson County) 110 W 2nd, PO Box 100, Davenport, NE 68335, (402) 364-2145. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (402-471-2122, option 2) and Central District Health Department (308-385-5175, waterlab@cdhd.ne.gov) each have a water lab and will test samples for a fee. Fees vary depending on what tests you want done.
Q: How do I make a complaint regarding a health or safety issue in my community?
A: Please contact the Public Health Solutions District Health Department if you have a complaint regarding these issues.
Q: How long has Public Health Solutions District Health Department been in existence?
A: Public Health Solutions District Health Department as been an active agency since January 2002.
Q: Does Public Health Solutions District Health Department ever need volunteers?
A: Emergency Response Volunteers are needed! Please contact Public Health Solutions Emergency Response Coordinator, Kim Plouzek at kplouzek@phsneb.org , or toll free number 1-888-310-0565.
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