Pennsylvania Department of Health - State Health Center
Resource Name:Pennsylvania Department of Health - State Health Center
address
1661 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602
Eligibility
No limitations; If MA or other HMO, check with family doctor first if
immunization are given in their offices
Hours
Office: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Clinics: Call for appointment
(717) 299-7597
Voice
Application process
Varies with program. Appointment required for HIV testing, immunizations, and the TB clinic.
Fees
Check or money order - No CASH accepted. $5 per person per visit for immunizations; No fee for low-income families; Medical Assistance, private insurance, and CHIP; Check or money order
Service area
Lancaster, PA
Provides immunizations (all ages) for the following: DTP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis); IPV (Inactivated Polio Vaccine); Prevnar (Pneumococcal vaccine for infants); MMR (measles, mumps, rubella); Hepatitis B; Hepatitis A; Gardasil (Vaccine used to prevent cervical cancer and precancerous cervical lesions); HIB (hemophilus influenza); DT Booster or TD (for older children); Varicella (chickenpox); and TDYS.
Offers Tuberculosis Clinics that provide confidential diagnosis, treatment (including medication), and follow-up. (Will do a free testing for persons who have been exposed to the germ), along with HIV/AIDS antibody testing and pre- and post-test counseling. Free, confidential, and anonymous.
What's Here
HepatitisGenetic DisordersLead PoisoningSexually Transmitted InfectionsPublic Health IssuesSubject Specific Public Awareness/EducationLead Poisoning ScreeningDiabetes Management ClinicsAdult ImmunizationCystic FibrosisHIV TestingCleft Lip/Cleft PalateSpecialized Information and ReferralGeneral Health Education ProgramsAIDS/HIVFlu VaccinesSpina BifidaChildhood ImmunizationTuberculosis ScreeningHeart DiseaseCase/Care Management
Providing organization
Pennsylvania Department of Health
Maintains responsibility for planning and coordinating health resources throughout the Commonwealth. Main activities are to monitor the health status of the population; identify and eliminate preventable illness and accidents; reduce the severity of illness and disability; promote healthy behaviors; improve health care quality, access, and accountability; and lead the development of health policy and planning.