Atchison County Health Department Staff, Board Members, and Community Members attended the Open House and Ribbon Cutting of their new building at 521 Main Street in Tarkio, MO on June 26, 2025. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to tour our facility, learn about our services, and celebrate with us. Your support means so much to our team, and we’re excited about what the future holds for our community.
Services
Monitor the health status of Atchison County to identify & prevent health problems Emergency preparedness planning and education – including COVID-19 response COVID-19 testing and vaccinations Food inspections of all food establishments in Atchison County Safety, sanitation & fire safety inspections of day cares & lodging Private drinking water testing Birth and Death Certificates Infant, Child & Adult immunizations Annual Flu shots & Fu testing Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing & follow-up Communicable disease investigations and follow-up Tuberculosis Skin testing & follow-up WIC (Women, Infants & Children nutrition program) Breast & Cervical Cancer Control program including referrals for free mammograms for those who qualify Family planning, pregnancy testing, affordable birth control for women and men Lead testing & lead poisoning prevention Health counseling & health education Free Bicycle Helmets & Free Coats Safe-At-Home Address Confidentiality Program