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.
As Friday night football heats up, so do mosquitoes
As summer winds down, mosquito activity often heats up which is why residents are urged to take precautions to keep themselves from being bitten.
Group uncovers lack of developmental screening for Allen County kids
A local group has been working through a disciplined process to identify the root causes for poor kindergarten readiness for the children of our community.
Free HIV testing offered on June 24th
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health will be observing National HIV Testing Day on June 24th.
Residents urged to avoid floodwaters, use caution during cleanup
Public health officials are reminding residents to avoid contact with floodwaters and to follow some basic steps to avoid injury and illness.
‘Flu bug’ campaign wins marketing award
The Department of Health's flu vaccination campaign got a gold award at the Advertising Honors hosted by the American Advertising Federation of Fort Wayne.