Preventable injuries are the #1 Killer of children in the US.

Madison County Safety Coalition will celebrate Safe Kids Day at Safety City on Saturday, May 18th from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m..
Join us as we honor Madison County’s First Responders!
Bring a picnic lunch, play games, register for door prizes, and learn how you can stop preventable injuries.
Click here for more information!

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Rabies Vaccination Clinics

It’s time to have your pets vaccinated at one of our annual rabies vaccination clinics.

Our next rabies vaccination clinic will be on May 18th from noon until 2 pm at Waco Animal Hospital. They are located at
191 Waco Loop, Waco. Click here for the 2013 rabies clinic schedule.

Rabies is an infectious viral disease that affects the nervous system. Wild mammals like raccoons, skunks, foxes, coyotes or bats can have and transmit rabies. Domestic animals like dogs, cats, horses and cattle also can transmit rabies to humans. People can get rabies from the bite of an infected, or rabid, animal.The best way to prevent rabies is to have your dogs, cats, and ferrets properly vaccinated.

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How Do you Choose and Install Your Child's Car Seat?

Car crashes are the number one killer of children 1 to 12 years old in the United States. The best way to protect them in the car is to put them in the right seat, at the right time, and use it the right way.
There are so many car seat types and models, how do you know which one is right for your child? The right car seat or booster fits your child and your car, and is one you will use correctly every time you travel. Not only will your child ride as safely as possible, you will be establishing the foundation for a lifelong habit of seat belt use every time your child travels.
We offer free car seat installation. Click here for more information.

 

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Health Department Placing Focus on Marketing, Internet Presence

A recent media survey conducted by the Madison County Health Department has revealed that clients' No. 1 choice for health information is not their doctors, the media or the internet. Read more>

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Same Day Appointments in the Richmond and Berea Clinic

MCHD’s Richmond and Berea clinics now have same day appointment scheduling for most services. Call the clinic after 8 a.m. to schedule your appointment at either clinic.
We encourage you to call early as appointments are filled first come first serve. Most services are available daily.