No, the Public Health Department does not have a doctor on staff. Public Health Nurses are available to offer health information or refer individuals to other community organizations. Residents requiring medical care will be directed to local healthcare providers or affordable medical clinics. For more details, call 262-636-9431.

The Public Health Department does collect needles or sharps from community residents. See Sharps Disposal for information on approved containers and a list of local registered collection sites.

No, but the Racine Police Department has a medicine collection bin in the lobby of 730 Center St. This collection bin is available for residents to use for the safe disposal of unused or expired medications. See Medicine Collection for more information about safe medication disposal. NEVER flush medication down the toilet – use other options.

Yes, blood pressure checks, health counseling, and health education are available by appointment. Call 262-636-9431 to schedule an appointment.

Yes, free pregnancy testing is available by calling 262-636-9431 to schedule an appointment.

Yes, birth control and emergency contraceptives are available. Please call 262-636-9431 for further information and to schedule an appointment.

Information is available by contacting the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line from 7 am to 11 pm daily at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669), or visiting WIQuitline.org.

TB (tuberculosis) skin tests are available to residents for $20. Call 262-636-9431 to schedule an appointment.

The Public Health Department Clinic offers immunizations for uninsured children and adults. Childhood immunizations are provided for $20 charge per visit since the Public Health Department participates in the Vaccines for Children Program through the State of Wisconsin. Some adult vaccines are also available for a fee for uninsured adults.