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Amherst County Health Department

224 Second Street
Amherst, VA 24521

(434) 946-9408

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(434) 946-9408

Who We Are

Amherst County Health Department is part of the Central Virginia Health District.  The goals of the Health Department are to promote health, prevent disease and protect the environment.  Services are provided in local health department clinics, schools, homes, and at other sites within the community.  Fees are based on a sliding scale to individuals and children who are eligible.  Services include:

  • Clinics - Child Development, Communicable Disease Prevention & Control, Family Planning, HIV/AIDS Testing, Immunizations, Pregnancy Tests, STD Testing and Treatment, TB Screening, Well Child Clinic, Women, Infant and Children Nutrition
  • Environmental Health Programs - Onsite Sewage & Water Program, Food Protection, Rabies Prevention, etc.
  • Emergency Preparedness & Response
  • Disease Prevention - elimination, prevention, and control of communicable diseases (HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, STDs, and tuberculosis)
  • Vital Records

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
Service Area(s)
Amherst County

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
,
Private Insurance
,
Medicaid
,
Medicare
Fee Structure
Fee Range
,
Sliding Scale Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Residency Requirements
Services are for residents of Amherst County

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Most services require an appointment, please call ahead.
Self Refer
Yes

Qualifications
Qualification Type
Licensure
Qualification Entity
Department of Medical Assistance Services
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