Environmental Health

The Health Department of Laramie County, Wyo., offers a range of medical care- programs. It provides day and school care services and monitors the quality of food and drinking water. The department conducts rural property evaluations and inspects mobile home parks. It also offers educational services on topics related to the correct use, effectiveness, side effects, possible dangers, and advantages and disadvantages of contraceptive methods. The department provides financial assistance, counseling, prenatal care, and drug and alcohol abuse prevention services. The Health Department also conducts tests for the detection of breast cancer, pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. The department provides nursing services to prevent the spread of diseases and occurrence of injuries, as well as promotes the development of healthy lifestyles. The Health Department is located in Cheyenne, Wyo.

Larimer County Health Department in Fort Collins, Colo., provides services to positively affect the health of Larimer County residents. A department of the Larimer County government, the health services division promotes the health and well-being of county residents through a variety of health care services, including clinics, home visits, health screenings and educational programs. The environmental health division is concerned with controlling environmental conditions, both natural and man-made, to protect human health and well-being. Established in 1968 in accordance with State Statutes, the Larimer County Department of Health & Environment is operated by a five-member Board of Health. Each member of the board is appointed by the Larimer County Board of Commissioners and serve staggered five-year terms.

The Albany County WIC Program in Laramie, WY is a government-funded initiative that provides benefits to low-income women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have recently given birth, as well as families with children under the age of 5. They offer nutritious food items and various other benefits to eligible Wyoming families. As part of the Wyoming Department of Health's Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC), this division focuses on promoting good health through the connection between proper nutrition and overall well-being. They offer assistance to pregnant women, new moms, infants, and families with children up to age 5, providing access to healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding guidance.Generated from the website