The Lincoln County Health Department has provided services in Lincoln County since August of 1966.  A variety of programs and services is offered by the agency, and it continues to assess and change as needs for services change.  Employees of the Lincoln County Health Department provide professional leadership and guidance to help identify and develop interventions that will assure Lincoln County is a thriving, safe, healthy and informed community.

Public Health......

Assesses and promotes health and safety;
Prevents or minimizes the occurrence of diseases and injuries;
Plans, prepares and responds to natural and manmade disasters;
Identifies barriers to, and facilitates access to primary and preventive health care;
Enforces public health laws and regulations.

Lincoln County Needs Assessment 2010