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Hoosiers will have more options for accessing free COVID-19 testing when the Allen County Department of Health opens two new sites in early October.
Late summer is when the small, flying mammals begin leaving their maternal colonies and may occasionally encounter people or pets. While a relatively small percentage of bats in Indiana carry rabies, Hoosiers should know how to ensure everyone (even four-legged family members) stay safe.
The Allen County Department of Health executive board unanimously approved the appointment of a new health commissioner Thursday.
Potential changes to the Allen County health commissioner’s position and salary are not a diminishment of the important duties or pay for the role, Department leadership clarified Thursday.
The Allen County Department of Health is strongly recommending the community use cloth facial coverings in public until transmission of COVID-19 significantly slows.
The Department of Health announced the first Allen County death from COVID-19 Sunday.
The Allen County Department of Health, in consultation with the Indiana State Department of Health, has confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in two county residents. The patients are currently isolated.
The Allen County Syringe Services Program will be closed starting March 17 until further notice, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We will provide any updates on when services will resume at allencountyhealth.com and on our Facebook pages.
In an effort to keep the community up-to-date and informed on the novel coronavirus COVID-19, the Allen County Department of Health has developed a public hotline and webpage devoted to the evolving issue.
After 20 years serving as Allen County health commissioner, Dr. Deborah McMahan announced plans Monday to retire later this year.
Public health officials are recommending temporary visitation restrictions for area hospitals, healthcare facilities and nursing homes in response to recent increased flu activity.