Our responsibility is the health and safety of the residents of Douglas County This page is maintained by the Douglas County Health Department.
The Douglas County Health Department aims to Protect, Promote, and Prioritize the Health of Our Entire Community. We encourage respectful dialogue. Comments that contain spam, misinformation, threatening, or abusive language will be removed.
06/21/2026
Honoring Father's 🩵
Healthy families start with strong support systems. This Father’s Day, we recognize the fathers and father figures whose care, guidance, and advocacy help shape healthier futures for the next generation.
06/20/2026
DCHD staff, alongside community partners, took part in World Refugee Day!
Attendees enjoyed a community health and resource fair with great food, cultural performances.
At DCHD, health equity and access for all in Douglas County are at the center of everything we do
Want to know if your property may be at risk for lead exposure?
The Omaha Lead Registry allows residents to search their address and view available testing information and property data.
Learn more about lead testing resources: fightlead.org
06/19/2026
Our offices are closed today in honor of Juneteenthđź’›
Today, we celebrate and honor the strength, resilience, and contributions of Black communities.
Building a healthier future means ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
06/17/2026
Check out this great event and follow the Douglas Douglas/Sarpy County Women, Infants and Children - WIC Facebook!
Just because you can’t see the effects of lead poisoning now doesn’t mean they won’t appear later.
Lead exposure has been linked to long-term developmental and neurological impacts in children.
Get your child tested: fightlead.org
06/17/2026
See you tonight!!
Join us for Community Health in Action: Understanding the CHIP to learn how community voices helped shape local health priorities and discover ways you and your organization can get involved.
Community partnerships play a big role in lead prevention.
We work with neighborhood associations to share resources and safety information with residents.
Learn more about lead prevention: fightlead.org
06/15/2026
TWO DAYS AWAY! ✨️
Join us for Community Health in Action: Understanding the CHIP to learn how community voices helped shape local health priorities and discover ways you and your organization can get involved.
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| Tuesday | 8am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4pm |