Tuberculin Testing

Testing is available for contacts of TB cases, for employment purposes, and for at-risk individuals. An administration fee is requested for each test. Those with positive test results will be followed medically and referred as needed. Appointments are required. Employment site clinics may be arranged by contacting the office.

Strep Screening

Rapid strep tests are offered Monday through Friday from 7:30am - 9:00am, normal business days, with no appointment necessary.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are provided according to the guidelines of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices, a division within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An administration fee is requested for each vaccination. Children will not be denied their childhood vaccinations due to inability to pay the administration fee. Fees to cover the cost of vaccines are charged for adult and international travel vaccinations. A small consulatation fee is required from travelers for the travel consultation. Appointments are required for all vaccinations, except the flu and pneumonia vaccinations, which are given in community-wide drop-in clinics. The following types of vaccinations are provided:

Childhood
Adult
Flu
Pneumonia
International Travel


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