Prevent, Promote, Protect
Hocking CountyHealth Department
Our mission is to serve and educate the citizens of Hocking County with public health programs that prevent disease, promote healthy lifestyles and protect the environment.
Nationally accredited by thePublic Health Accreditation Board
The vision of the Hocking County Health Department is to achieve excellence in health education, disease prevention and environmental health. It is our desire to provide high quality, community friendly, accessible services that reflect our mission in accordance with the Public Health Standards, and make the Hocking County Health Department become recognized as a model public health agency.
Public notice
Proposed 2027 Health Department Fees
Public Readings for the Proposed 2027 Health Department Fees are scheduled for October 13, November 9, and December 14, 2026, during the regularly scheduled Board of Health meetings at 6:00 PM.
Health department news
- ServSafe Level 2 Managers Food Safety Course October 28 and 29, 2026
- Ohio Ranks 47th in Federal Public-Health Dollars Per Person