Mosquitoes carrying potentially fatal virus rises
West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases are commonly found throughout the state each summer and there is usually an increase in activity this time of year.
Mosquitoes capable of carrying disease found right here at home
Mosquitoes in our area can carry a variety of diseases like West Nile virus, St. Louis and Lacrosse encephalitis.
Ozone Action Day tomorrow and Saturday
The level of ozone in Fort Wayne and Allen County has been forecasted to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups on Friday, June 29, 2018.
Air Quality Action Day today and tomorrow
The level of ozone in Fort Wayne and Allen County has been forecasted to be unhealthy for Sensitive Groups on Sunday, May 27 & Monday, May 28.
State Dept. of Health declares public health emergency for Allen County
The Indiana State Department of Health has declared a public health emergency for Allen County.
Officials udpate info in Measles alert
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health received preliminary laboratory testing on Thursday, May 26, 2016 of a positive measles case.
Public Hearing for proposed syringe exchange program
The Allen County Board of Commissioners announced today it will hold a public hearing on a proposed syringe exchange program in Allen County.
Final report on St. Joseph Central meningitis case
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Health Department releases final report on St. Joseph Central Elementary School meningitis case.
Department launches hero themed immunization media campaign
This week the Department of Health is rolling out its immunization media campaign to Allen County residents.
Protect your health by testing your home for Radon Gas
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health is urging residents to reduce their risk of lung cancer by having their homes tested for Radon Gas.