Henry County Health Department

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 🎄
Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and good health.
With warm wishes,
Your HCHD Nursing Staff

12/23/2025

📢 Holiday Closure Reminder 🎄🎉

Our office will be closed on the following dates due to the holidays:

❌ This week:
• Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve)
• Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)
• Friday, December 26, 2025

❌ Next week:
• Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (New Year’s Eve)
• Thursday, January 1, 2026 (New Year’s Day)
• Friday, January 2, 2026

🩺 Service Updates:
✔️ TB Testing will resume Monday, January 5, 2026
✔️ Blood Draws will resume Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season! ✨🎆

Send a message to learn more

12/19/2025

We would like to inform you that TB testing will not be available from December 22nd to 26th and December 29th to January 2nd. Testing will recommence on January 5th, 2026. We appreciate your understanding and wish you a safe holiday.

12/15/2025

🎄♻️ Looking for a sustainable way to prep for the holidays?

Henry County Solid Waste Management District Reuse Center is hosting a Christmas Upcycle Event, and it’s a great opportunity to reuse, reduce waste, and save money this season.

🗓 Monday–Thursday
🕙 10:00 AM–3:30 PM
📍 1121 Broad Street, New Castle

Bring your own reusable tote bag and shop the holiday donation table. You’ll find wrapping paper, gift boxes, decorations, Christmas cards, ribbons, and more.

All items are free while supplies last.

This is a simple way to keep usable items out of the landfill and make your holidays a little greener. We hope you’ll check it out and share with others in the community.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Henry County Health Department! 🧡🦃

We’re grateful for our community today and every day. Thank you to the families, partners, schools, and organizations who work with us year-round to support a healthier Henry County.

Have a wonderful and healthy Thanksgiving! 🍂🤍

— Henry County Health Department

11/26/2025

If you stop by the New Castle library, you’ll see our Balto-themed tree on display. The story behind it is one of courage and community.

In 1925, a diphtheria outbreak threatened the lives of children in a small Alaska town. The only medicine that could help was hundreds of miles away, and a massive snowstorm made travel almost impossible. A sled dog named Balto led his team through brutal cold and dark to deliver the antitoxin in time. Because of that run, the town was saved.

We chose this story because it shows how important access to medicine and prevention really is. Today we do not have to wait for hero teams of sled dogs to carry lifesaving supplies. Vaccines and public health systems help protect us long before diseases spread, keeping our community safe and healthy.

While you are there, you can also support local families. Vote for our tree by placing non-perishable food items in the donation box below it. Every item counts as a vote, and every donation stays right here in Henry County.

A huge thank you to our nursing team. Brittny and Holli decorated the entire tree, and Makenna designed the Balto poster. Their creativity and heart made this display possible.

We would love for you to stop in, see the display, and join us in giving back! 💙🧡

11/26/2025

Holiday Food Safety Tips from the Indiana Department of Health 🍽️✨

As we all get ready for holiday dinners and family gatherings, the Indiana Department of Health is sharing a few simple reminders to help keep your celebrations safe and free from foodborne illness.

Here’s what to keep in mind:

Clean
• Wash your hands with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds before, during, and after handling food.
• Clean and sanitize utensils, cutting boards, and countertops before and after cooking.

Separate
• Keep raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs away from ready-to-eat foods.
• Use separate cutting boards and plates for raw proteins and produce.

Cook
• Thaw turkeys safely by refrigerating, using cold water, or cooking immediately—never on the counter.
• Always use a food thermometer. Poultry and stuffing should reach 165°F.
• Check turkey temperature in the thickest part of the breast, thigh, and wing.

Eat
• Wash hands before serving or eating.
• Keep hot foods hot (above 140°F) and cold foods cold (below 40°F).
• Don’t leave perishable foods out for more than 2 hours (1 hour if above 90°F).

Chill
• Refrigerate leftovers quickly and keep them below 40°F.
• Reheat leftovers to 165°F.
• Throw out leftovers after 7 days.

Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday season! 🎄🦃💛
If you have questions about food safety, feel free to reach out to us here at the Henry County Health Department.

11/24/2025

Happy Public Health Professionals Day! Today we want to recognize the incredible staff who serve Henry County with dedication, compassion, and hard work every single day.

From clinics and community outreach to education and behind-the-scenes support, our team shows up for this community in every way possible. We’re grateful for the care you bring to the people of Henry County and the impact you make throughout the year.

Thank you for all you do! 🤍

11/23/2025

As a reminder there will be no low cost bloodwork this Wednesday 11-26-25 as we will be closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving. Our next low cost bloodwork will be 12-10-25.

11/18/2025

11/11/2025

📢 Help Support Our New Castle High School Food Pantry! 🥫❤️

We’re collecting donations for our school food pantry — and your support makes a big difference! Every item donated not only helps local families in need but also gives our Life Skills students valuable hands-on experience.
Our students take pride in stocking shelves, checking expiration dates, and organizing food items — learning important skills while giving back to the community.

✅ What we need: non-perishable food items, canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, and other pantry staples.
📍 Drop-off Location: Main Office at High School
📅 Donation Hours: 8 am - 3 pm

Thank you for helping us teach, serve, and grow together!