Birth Control 
Birth control is not available at the Mansfield/Ontario/Richland County Health Department. Please visit Planned Parenthood.

Pregnancy Tests
Pregnancy tests are given at our health clinic by appointment only.  You will see a registered nurse and you will be asked to give a urine sample.  Results of the test are given while you are here.  If you choose, we will help you make an appointment to begin prenatal care in our clinic. 

Sexually Transmitted Infections
Tests for sexually transmitted infections are given at the Public Health Clinic by appointment.  If you are a minor, a parent does not have to accompany you.  Tests are confidential.  A nurse will ask you questions about your health and then you will see a doctor.  Blood will be drawn and a culture taken as part of the first visit.  Results of your tests will be available in two weeks and you will be called if further treatment is needed.  The cost is based on income, but there is a minimum charge of $5.00.

The Mansfield-Richland County Health Department provides educational speakers on HIV/AIDS and STDs to local schools, clubs, and organizations.  This is a free service.  To schedule a speaker, please call 774-4543. 

HIV Testing
HIV testing is done by walk-in each Monday (except holidays) from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., or by appointment.  Testing is anonymous (no name is given) and confidential and requires two visits.  An oral or blood test can be done.  You will be asked to return in approximately two weeks for the test result.  No results will be given over the phone.  There is no charge for an HIV test.  You must be a parent's permissions unless you are under age 13.  If your test is positive, case management is available to assist you.

The Mansfield-Richland County Health Department provides educational speakers on HIV/AIDS and STDs to local schools, clubs, and organizations.  This is a free service.  To schedule a speaker, please call 774-4543.   

Teen Clinic
Sports and Work Physicals
The Health Department Clinic offers sports and work physicals for teens and those up to the age of 21. Please call the Clinic at 774-4700 for more information or stop by our offices at 555 Lexington Avenue.

Immunizations
The Health Department Clinic as well as 20 satellite locations throughout Richland county provide immunizations for children and teens following the recommendations set forth by the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP).  Immunizations for children and teens are given at specific ages and include: Hepatitis B, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, H. influenza type b (also known as Hib), Pneumococcal conjungate, polio, chickenpox, measles, mumps, and rubella.  All clinics are walk-in.  Please bring an up-to-date record of your child's shots.  There is an $8 charge for each shot.  Medicaid cards are accepted.  There is no charge if you are unable to pay.  A permission form must be signed by an accompanying adult for those under 18 years of age.  Call our special hotline at 419-774-8115 for a list of times and locations.
     
Immunization Schedule

What Immunizations Do Children Need?

International Travel Services/Immunizations

Tuberculosis (TB) Testing
The Tuberculosis program provides screening and treatment for active cases of TB and conducts evaluations for those individuals who have come in contact with active TB patients.  Program services include:

• TB Skin Tests
  Tests are available as a screening tool at the Mansfield/Ontario/Richland County Health Department.  Tests are done by appointment only on Mondays, Tuesdays and Friday at the Public Health Clinic.  You will be asked to return in 72 hours days later to have your test read by a nurse.  The cost is $13.00 and we accept Medicare and Medicaid.
• TB Chest X-Rays
  As a follow-up measure, people with positive skin tests will be referred for a TB chest x-ray and further testing as recommended by physician.
• TB Chest Clinic
  Evaluation of suspect and active TB cases by a physician chest specialist.  Medications provided for active cases and preventive medicine provided for those recommended by the physician free of charge to Richland County patients.

These services are available to all Richland County residents.  Fees are dependant on the type of service required.  No one will be denied service due to inability to pay.  Medicare and Medicaid are accepted.