Kern County Public Health Department

Category: Public health department in Bakersfield, California

Address: 1800 Mount Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306, USA

Phone: +16613213000

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Carey Dean Mead

Jun 5, 2022

My doctors office and it's right across the street from where I am at.

Bug Lover

Aug 2, 2021

They can’t tell you anything. I called today August 2, 2021. To ask for a free covid testing site. The woman that answered could not give me any information on where to go for the free covid testing. She said to try Rite Aid, but they require an appointment and only do it thru the drive thru, scheduled 3 weeks away. She said Urgent Care, they are not free. The health department doesn’t do the testing anymore, only the vaccines. What’s the point of the local Health Dept??? They did not help at all!

stayFAST84

May 15, 2019

Been at the place twice to pick up birth certificates. First time I was in and out 20 minutes. Second time was 7 years later and still made it out of there within 25 minutes. Staff up front look organized and they will guide you to the department you have to go for whatever you need.

reaven poe

Aug 9, 2016

I was in and out quickly, the staff was great. They were kind and curtious. I did however have a hard time getting them to answer the phone to make an appointment

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Questions & Answers

Can I report a health issue that's going on with the apartments I live in?

A L B | Sep 8, 2019
Anna Griepsma | Sep 8, 2019

Yes. Depending on what it is either Public Heslth or Environmental Health will follow up on it

Is the office open on Washington's Birthday?

Ace Angel | Sep 7, 2020
stayFAST84 | Sep 7, 2020

I dont think so, is a federal holiday.

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Where can I get HIV testing done free

Victor Monacelli | Sep 7, 2020
Freddie Mack | Sep 7, 2020

Kern public health

Do you guys do tb tests as walk ins?

QueenSadie meek | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes! This clinic keeps track of all "communicable" diseases that they are notified of! That notification comes from many different sources! So yes, you can be tested there!

Are fast food restaurants in Kern County required to provide restrooms for their patrons?

Brenda Kirby | Aug 8, 2022
Cinco Seis | Aug 17, 2022

Some do, some still don't

Does kern county have a medical school? Do they accept donated human bodies for cadavers?

Joyce Black | Jun 9, 2022
Anna Griepsma | Jun 9, 2022

No, they don't.

Senior age 72, living alone in rental. Gas stove unsanitary, hidden in initial showing by placement between cabinets. Dirt/grease caked on sides of stove, oven dirty, grease/decayed food in broiler unit. Only safe to use range top. Where to report?

Joy Browne | Mar 11, 2022
Anna Griepsma | Mar 11, 2022

Honestly, if it's not a public restaurant, I don't think you can call anyone for a dirty stove. As a prior landlord that's just shameful that it was rented out that way. If tge open itself doesn't work, then that's a problem the landlord needs to fix. But, my only suggestion is to take a lot of pictures. Then hire someone to clean it if you are unable. Ask for some of your deposit back. But, unfortunately, unless there are mice or roaches everywhere, I don't think you can call anyone. Now, if this is a facility, you can call Environmental Health or the Dept of Aging. But if it is privately owned, I think you're out of luck. I'm sorry.

I live at 125 Real Road in Bakersfield Calif Apt M. We have a community pool that has not been maintained in over a month and is now growing things and is very swamp like. The gate is not even locked. We have contacted the management no action.

Ron McVay | Sep 7, 2021
Ricky Lankford | Sep 7, 2021

That would be a city ordinances and public safety issue. Housing authority would be your best route

My neighbor has a "backyard restaurant" and I'm sure without a permit or license. How legal is that and who do I call to report them

Carey Johnson | Sep 7, 2021
Christian Espinoza | Sep 7, 2021

Why would you want to report them when they just trying to make a honest living its not like there selling drugs or doing any kind of illegal business

if I had covid and now my spouse does, even though i am clear to go to work, he is still ill, can i spread covid because of him

Chelsie Morales | Sep 7, 2021
Mark Quintero | Sep 7, 2021

I'm not sure. U can call the public health and they will be able to help u.

Does Kern County do free testing for the corona virua?

Pat Sorensen | Sep 7, 2020
stayFAST84 | Sep 7, 2020

I'm sure they can help you with that.

Do they do free services

Joann Rapolla | Sep 7, 2020
Freddie Mack | Sep 7, 2020

Yeah

I don't have medi-cal or insurance and my employer says I need a medical clearance to return to work after being sick for 1 day Can I get that here?

Christol Fiske | Sep 7, 2020
stayFAST84 | Sep 7, 2020

Yes, you can. Also, you can call and ask most clinics do it too.

To get a T. b test do you have to make an appointment?

Pamela Wages | Sep 7, 2020
Anna Griepsma | Sep 7, 2020

It's best but not required. Also, they aren't done on Fridays.

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Do you do help shots and shots needed to travel to Jamaica? Emergency work trip need it today.. help??????

monica kessler | Sep 8, 2019
Anna Griepsma | Sep 8, 2019

Yes, we do international shots. Give them a call and make an appointment

how much it cost vaccination for my baby she is 4months now and she dont get her shot yet!

rose fer | Sep 8, 2019
Anna Griepsma | Sep 8, 2019

If you qualify, we can sign you up for CHDP, which is temporary medi-cal that will cover vaccinations. Otherwise all other childhood shots are $9 each. Nothing is free. If you have insurance for her then it will most likely cover it.

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If I work at a restaurant that has cockroaches and I make a report of it, can it be anonymous? Also how does one make a report for that kind of situation?

Aubree Baker | Sep 8, 2019
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2019

You can contact Code Compliance! Have you ever seen "A"s in the windows of shops? That comes from Code Compliance! You can report it anonymously, however...they don't expose their sources at all! Depending on the violation, they give them some time to correct the violation! Good luck...

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Can I get a copy of the birth certificate for my son that was born in L.A. county at public health department

Marlene Sanchez | Sep 8, 2019
Kenneth Davila | Sep 7, 2021

in need to get birth certifacate from la countycan i get my birth certifacate

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Do they do pregnancy test here ?

Flor Moreno | Sep 8, 2019
Anna Griepsma | Sep 8, 2019

Yes

Can I get ah TB test done with my medical

Ange Garcia | Sep 8, 2019
Kountry Smith | Sep 8, 2019

Yes

Can I get tested for free as walk in

Misty Farley | Sep 8, 2019
FAT boy81 | Sep 8, 2019

Yes

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Can you still apply for your birth certificate in the building

Shawa Douglas | Sep 8, 2019
Carlos | Sep 8, 2019

New borns, yes

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This is where I go to get my newborns birth certificate? And if so do I call first or can I just walk in to pick it up

Jessica Becerra | Sep 8, 2019
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2019

I believe you would go to KMC! Was your baby born at KMC? KCPH is a location for "tx". They monitor a lot of different " medical" treatment, but birth records should be in KMC Medical Records Dept. Good Luck

Where is the CCS office?

Tyler Leist | Sep 8, 2018
Tiffney Lett | Sep 8, 2018

Second floor

I wanna change my baby’s last name to her dads but he’s not on the birth certificate can I do it here

Jasmine Lopez | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

No! That is a 'legal' matter! KMC has a Medical Legal Dept. that might be able to help you! Does the Baby's Daddy consent to the name change? At this point, it seems you have a legal issue! Good luck?

How much do they charge you for a copy of your immunization card

ruthie stepney | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Usually Babies first immunisation's are recorded on a specially designed folders. They give these records to the parents as "permanent legal documents". " IF" the MD office has copies, I doubt they charge you for a copy! Good Luck!

Can i get a copy of my child's immunization records from here

Me Mudda Fuckas | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

If you have submitted them to your worker, yes! If not, whomever vaccinated them will have copies! NEVER give up original documents...YOU should have your families legal documents! Good luck!

Is it possible to walk in to the health department and got tested for STTD'S or do I have to make an appointment

Emily Zuniga Guerrero | Sep 8, 2018
Tiffney Lett | Sep 8, 2018

An appointment is preferred but you can walk in

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Does this clinic take walk ins?

Cinco Seis | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes!

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Do you have prenatal care?

Blanca Rivera | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes ma'am

Does the the Health Dept do surprise inspections on residences?

Kristin Young | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

They can...although it would probably be Code Compliance officers & it is usually in response to a complaint! Complaints can come from anybody or any agency, so that may come as a surprise! They are not obligated to reveal their sources, either!

Does the health department offer kits to check if dishes from Mexico contain lead?

Donna Gibb | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Likely, but not freely given to a patient for personal use! The Code Compliance officers would be sent to your home! If you are concerned, the best answer would be to not to use them!

We are new to the area and want to know what can the Kern Co.Health Dept do to protect myself and my diabled wife from the reported contaminated water we pay for provided to us from the ownership of the Senior Mobile home Park we now live in?

Valerie Grizzanti | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

I am not an expert but, I think you should notify Code Enforcement & they can come out & investigate your complaint in unison w/your Water Company! They can "Orange Tag" your system! The Health Department can determine what the "exposure" (if any) has done to you personally! I would try using bottled or boiled water in the meantime! Your water company should have to supply it for you until they fix the problem! It is probably "illegal" for you to even be supplied contaminated water in the first place! Beware that they determine you "at fault" for the contamination, ie your pipes, or holding tanks etc... Good luck!

Can I bring in my son as a walk-in for whooping cough vaccine?

Rosanna Gutierrez | Sep 8, 2018
Lorena ceja | Sep 8, 2018

Yes. M-F. Between 8 to 11 am and 1 to 3:30 pm

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Do they do physicals for adults there as a walk-in

Rigo Chavez | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes! They can help you!

C i just walk in and get a flu shot

Smalls Luevano | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes! KC Public Health can help you with many vaccinations!

Do they do ultrasounds ?

ittybitty Daniela | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes, they do ultrasounds!!

As a Medicinal Marijuana patient, where do we get the ID card issued by the Health Department after we get a recommendation?

K S | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Things are changing now! Recreational marijuana is also legal! They don't have all the kinks ironed out yet! The Federal Government, I believe, will condone or deny use...according to your Drivers License by stipulation! Like opioids! You may not realize that they know, but they know!!

Can I walk in to have blood test for valley fever?

Belinda Felix | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes! That is one of their biggest responsibilities! They treat & track "all" communicable diseases!

Certified Death certificate

David Sherwood | Sep 8, 2018
Duane Miller | Sep 8, 2018

Chester & truxtun The Hall of record's

Can i go as a walk in to do a TB

Corrinna Torres | Sep 8, 2018
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

Yes! Although, if you have a PCP they may suggest that you get a referral!

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Is wearing a cooling towel around your neck while cooking against any health codes?

Crista Alberson | Sep 8, 2017
Cheri Mecham | Sep 8, 2018

If you are working w/ the public it can be an issue, but at home you are the boss!

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