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Environmental Health

The Environmental Health And Safety team ensures the safety and well-being of the community through a variety of essential services including: testing lead, radon, water quality, conducting home, facility, and food inspections, and providing health and safety services.

Winnebago Environmental Health Services

Environmental Health plays a critical role in safeguarding public health by ensuring that the environments in which we live, work, and play are safe and free from hazards. By testing water quality, inspecting homes and facilities, and managing environmental risks like radon and lead, these services help prevent diseases and illnesses caused by exposure to harmful substances. Furthermore, programs like vector control, spay/neuter initiatives, and injury prevention promote a healthier and safer community overall.

Environmental Health Services ensure the well-being of the Winnebago community by addressing both environmental risks and promoting preventive health measures, making it a vital aspect of public health. Including services:

  • Well Inspections
  • Lead, Radon, and Water Testing
  • Home and Facility Inspections
  • Food Inspections
  • Mange and Rabies Clinic, Spay and Neutering Program (Pet Care Days)
  • Injury Surveillance, Vector Control, Tribal Safety Committee

Environmental Health Forms 

All completed forms and documents should be returned to Environmental Health via email or mailed to the address below.

Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System
Attention: Environmental Health
225 S Bluff Street
P.O. Box C
Winnebago, NE 68071

Your Physical Environment Affects Your Health.

Protecting Health & Preserving Our Land

Promoting clean water, safe homes, and a healthy environment for future generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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