Vision: To build a division that is population health focused, providing care within the community, and developing a referral support network that links individuals and families to care and resources.

Immunizations

We encourage all Marion residents to first attempt to see your regular health care provider for your immunizations. This is one of the many clinical services that should be available through your medical care home, by someone who knows you and your medical history.

Vaccine preventable diseases, although few in number, have had a resurgence in recent years. Educational outreach to schools, new mothers, and extended care facilities continue to be a priority of the public health nurses.

We offer infant, childhood, and adult immunizations and are available for walk-ins Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 5:00pm.

We accept cash, money order, and most credit cards for immunizations.  We also accept most insurance. For pricing information, please contact our office.

No eligible child will be refused shots due to inability to pay.

Immunizations Offered

Children:

  • Dtap (Diptheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis)
  • Haemophilus
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
  • Influenza (Seasonal Flu)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumococcal
  • Polio
  • Rotavirus
  • Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
  • Varicella (Chicken Pox)

Adult:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
  • Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
  • Twinrix (Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B)
  • Influenza (Seasonal Flu)

Vaccinations

  • Travelers Vaccinations

    The public health nurses at Marion Public Health can help the traveler determine what immunizations are required for foreign travel. Some vaccinations are available at the health department and the nurses will refer the traveler to a clinic in Columbus for vaccines we do not stock. You can also visit www.cdc.gov/travel for more information on travel recommendations.

  • State Vaccine Requirement for Entry into Kindergarten and 7th Grade

    Please click here for the latest information on immunization for school attendance in Ohio.

  • Meningococcal Vaccine for College Students

    The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Practice (CDC) recommends the meningitis vaccine for college age students.

  • Flu Vaccines

    The flu vaccine is available for all residents 6 months and older. For additional information on immunization schedules, please visit www.cdc.gov/vaccines

Sexual Health Clinic

One day per week, on Tuesdays, we offer a sexual health clinic. We offer screening for sexually transmitted infections as well as other reproductive health services and consultation.

Tuberculosis Screening

Marion Public Health’s Nursing department offers 1 and 2-step TB testing.

  • EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2019: TB skin testing (PPD) is done every Monday by appointment between the hours of 8:15am and 10:45am.  Appointments can be made by calling 740-387-6520.
  • You must return within 48 hours to 72 hours to have the test read. Readings are done on Wednesdays, and will be at the same time of your original Monday appointment.
  • Public health nurses provide referral, monitoring, and case management for positive skin tests, TB disease and latent infection.

Head Lice

Marion Public Health has DeBug anti-lice product available for a charge. We no longer perform lice head checks in clinic. Please contact your primary care physician, urgent care or your local school nurse for assistance.