Hamilton County Public Health

Category: Public health department in Cincinnati, Ohio

Address: 250 William Howard Taft Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45219, USA

Phone: +15139467800

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30AM–4PM

Tuesday: 7:30AM–4PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM–4PM

Thursday: 7:30AM–4PM

Friday: 7:30AM–4PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Candice Baire

Aug 24, 2022

We had to contact the board of health due to a slumlord situation that was not being rectified by property management. I hate to be that person but making a call to the health department was just what was needed to get stuff done. I'm grateful for the compassion and help! I have nothing but good things to say. The guy who come out and did the inspection was kind and professional. This organization has your back! I hope I don't have to call again, but know if I do we will be taken care of.

alex seevers

Jul 28, 2022

If you are dealing with a septic inspection be very careful what you say to an inspector and just keep in mind that if they want you to pay a bill they are not above misrepresenting facts or sending your bill directly to the prosecutor's office. I had an inspection in the last week of December 2021 and was tasked with hiring a contractor from their approved list. After several weeks of reaching out through the list of contractors licensed to perform the work I finally had one answer the phone but they were booked out until March. I had them pull a permit and begin the work, but they could not finish until July. The Department CHANGED THE LAWS in March not long after the repair had actually commenced and then began sending an inspector once a month and charging a minimum of $95 escalating to $115 upon the second visit. This inspector was unlike the first and last inspectors in that he did not use a shred of discretion and was condescending and at points downright rude. Then when I finally got the work finished and my system approved I attempted to object to the needless inspections and was denied. In the denial the representative made several statements that were supposedly told to me by my inspector, including several outright false statements. They also claim there was a complaint and sent "evidence" via photo which showed that the alleged sewage runoff was nonexistant. The picture showed a system that was in working order despite being excavated and prepped for repair. I pointed this out to them in my following email and explained the circumstances and so far have had no response in 48 hours. Customer service is pathetic and it seems they will not respond to anything they don't want to deal with. The inspector was in contact with the hired contractor and knew exactly where in the repair the system was at any period in time, yet he still felt it necessary to further inspect the property at my expense and my inconvenience. What they have done to me is completely legal, but that does not make the department correct in taking these actions against a homeowner. They took my money without hesitation and added it to the $17 MILLION they get from the state every year.

Andrew F

Apr 29, 2022

I needed a replacement vax card ASAP and was able to get mine replaced in under 10 minutes. In a world where most everything seems excessively complicated, they made things easy, timely and streamlined. I was in disbelief and nearly cried realizing I wouldn't have to sit there waiting for an hour. Thank you

Kris Cass

Mar 11, 2022

A professional, a registered nurse, “Mike” at this facility told my daughter she shouldn’t go to her nursing school because because it was no good. She needs to keep her mouth shut, it’s unprofessional. She also expressed leaving her last job because the people were prejudice. I don’t want to hear it, it’s not the time or place to discuss that issue especially with a client (patient). She is in the wrong profession. Not capable of the critical thinking required of a registered nurse.

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Questions & Answers

Does a church have to have a permit to have a fish fry

Dwight Driskill (Dr. Wealthy) | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hi D, Thanks for the question. We do not require a permit for church fish fries. If you need further information, please contact our Environmental Health Division at 513-946-7800.

I'm not sure if my question was posted so I'm asking again......How many houses our building can be ran on one septic?

M M | Sep 29, 2018
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2018

Hi Mary, Please call Greg Cassiere in our office at 513-946-7871. He will be able to assist you. Thanks!

Who do you contact when a Restaurant is so unsanitary it could make people sick?

Christina Wagoner | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

Hamilton County Department of Health

If my daughter tested positive for virus can her children carrie the virus to someone else?

Kimberly Murray | Sep 28, 2021
David Smith | Sep 28, 2021

If the child also has the virus they can transmit to someone else. Most children do not show symptoms but are still contagious

Does a COVID mask have to cover your nose and mouth. I frequently encounter people who do not cover their nose with their mask?

Sarah Burton | Sep 28, 2021
Kim Bumgardner | Sep 28, 2021

Yes, a mask should cover the nose and mouth to properly protect yourself and others.

What to do about a dead animal smell in your house that you can’t find

Valerie Washington | Sep 28, 2020
Marla Southerland | Sep 28, 2020

Close off each room. If you have rooms without doors or open concepts use curtains or thick (like flannel) sheets to separate areas. This should at least help u pinpoint location. You can also look for fluid leakage or the presence of bugs like flies or maggots to find it. If you locate the area but don't see it, it may have died in your walls or floors. You either have to cut into the wall yourself and remove or call animal control. They as well as some other private companies will remove dead animals.

Do you sell birth certificates there

David Wilder | Sep 28, 2020
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 28, 2020

Yes! You can order birth certificates online. Please our website to order: https://www.hamiltoncountyhealth.org/services/for-residents/programs/birth-certificates/

What is long form birth certificate look like have on it.

Deon Warren | Sep 28, 2020
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 28, 2020

Hi Deon, Please give our Vital Statistics Division a call at 513-946-7815 and they can help you with all of your birth certificate needs. Thanks!

Not sure if this posted correctly, so I'm asking again. Does a restaurant have to ask for proof from a customer who wants to bring in a "service dog"?

Mary Boles | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

The actual food law only talks about service dogs as it relates to customers and allowing them to have them in a facility. All other dogs are not allowed inside a facility. That is a question of the Disabilities Act. I would recommend calling Hamilton County DDS at (513) 794-3300. Thanks

Does this place have free parking?

Bie E. | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

We do. Thanks for asking.

Who do I contact when I've already contacted Hamilton co health dept about my neighbor and his VERY UNSANITARY CONDITIONS. The place is beyond nasty and I've been getting gnats in my townhouse for a month now. Someone please help!!!

Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hello, please check your e-mail for a message from our Environmental Health Director.

How do I find records from the Hamilton county board of health.

Christa Wall | Sep 29, 2019
Ham CoHealth | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Christa, What kind of records are you looking for?

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Hi, I have a utility sink, two sinks, in the food prep area and the one on the left has a drain that is stopped up between the two sinks. My question is can I cut out the section between the two and leave it open like that without replacing it?

Calvin David Jones III | Sep 29, 2019
Ham CoHealth | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Calvin, Thanks for your question. Can you tell me what the sinks are used for and what facility this is? Thank You.

I live on 2nd floor there are smokers living below me they smoke 24/7 do landlord are responsible to habe them stop smoking. Can health department do anything about it. I have health issues.

Sandra Barnett | Sep 29, 2019
Ham CoHealth | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Sandra, I'm sorry, but Smoke Free Ohio law does not apply to residences.

When I call it says they are closed but the recording says they close at 4:30 and it is 3 now. Are they open today? It is July 5th

Ella Henry | Sep 29, 2019
D Roberts | Sep 29, 2019

No. In observance of the holiday.

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Do restaurants require bathroom facilities in Cincinnati?

Jenn Story | Sep 29, 2019
Ham CoHealth | Sep 29, 2019

Hello Jenn, Thank you for your question. Health departments require a restroom for employees; not for public. However, local building codes may specify bathrooms for public.

Do mice carry diseases? My place of employment has a problem with them and I find mice droppings on my desk every day. Management doesn't think this is a problem can you advise? Thanks

Sarah Burton | Sep 29, 2019
Russell Mack | Sep 29, 2019

According to the CDC mice can communicate diseases to humans by direct contact with their feces, saliva, or urine as well as by mouse bites. Disease can also be transmitted by fleas carried by mice.

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Do food trucks need a licensed cold storage space for products not on the truck for example, receiving deliveries and storing until prepped on the truck? All cold storage equipment is commercial.

Kevin Geers | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Yes. This would be a warehousing license through ODA. They can be reached at 614-728-6250.

I work in a restaurant. What is the law with storing my own lunch, brought from home in the restaurant refrigerator.

Mary Boles | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Mary, There is no law regarding an employer providing an area for employee lunches to be refrigerated. However, your lunch would have to be stored on the bottom shelf separated from food being served at the facility or in a cooler designated for employee food. We usually recommend that the lunches are put in a sealed container on the bottom shelf to prevent any contamination. Thank You, Christy Cauley

And what is time on hold meats in freezer that is freeer burnt

Rhaye Fey | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Rhaye, No law regulates the freezer burn issue as it is not a risk to public health. Thank you for your inquiries.

Is it a law that when working with food mangers in the store or none mangers are to be safserv certified

Rhaye Fey | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hello Rhaye, It is the law that each Level 3 or 4 facility has an Ohio Certified Level 2 person on staff at the facility. This does not necessarily need to be ServSafe, but it has to be an Ohio approved level 2 class. Thanks!

Hi I would like to know who do i contact regarding my Senior Citizen father who check into Hometowne Studios at 11457 Chester Rd. when pulling back the sheets THREE BED. BUGS started running. This is unacceptable.

Miracle Tutu | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Miracle, Could you call Jeremy Hessel at 513-946-7800 so we can get a few more details? Thanks, Christy Cauley

A family member lives in a rental apartment and doesn't have any hot water and it's 1 degree outside. Who should she contact since the landlord is not cooperating?

Michelle Williams | Sep 29, 2019
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2019

Hi Michelle, Please call the City of Cincinnati Health Department if the apartment is located there. If it is in Hamilton County, outside the cities of Cincinnati, Norwood and Springdale, contact Hamilton County Public Health at 513-946-7800. Thank you for your inquiry and good luck.

How many house can be ran off one septic?

M M | Sep 29, 2018
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2018

Hi Mary, Please call Greg Cassiere in our office at 513-946-7871. He will be able to assist you. Thanks!

I work in a kitchen an i have a question. When we slice lemons for fresh brewed tea an fish entrees do the lemons have to be sitting on a bed of ice if not being refridgerated?

Brittany Davison | Sep 29, 2018
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2018

Hello Brittany, Fresh lemons when cut are considered a ready to eat food and time temperature controlled. Therefore they would be required to be refrigerated or on ice. Thank you for your question.

For a public pool do you have to be certified to test water and do other maintenance on the pool?

Tr Rt | Sep 29, 2018
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2018

Hello Tr, There is no requirement for certification for water testing or maintenance on the pool. Thank you for your question.

Who do you contact when your dialysis unit is contaminated with gnats?

Renita S. | Sep 29, 2018
Hamilton County Public Health | Sep 29, 2018

Hello Renita, You can cal the state medical board. You may also contact the doctor/facility that you received the unit from. Thanks for the question and good luck.

Can i get my florida birth certificate from here?

Lexy Mullins | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

No you have to send it to Florida for that

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Who do you call about lead

Melvina&J'Varrion Chestnut | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

City building inspector

How can I get a free mold inspection

Edith Jones | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

Call building inspector in your city

I was born in Nashville, but can I get my certified birth certificate by mail here?

Nina LaRoix | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

Yes but you have to request from State you were born in. But it can all be done online in most states now.

Can I cone and see if a person has hiv if I had sex with no protection at all its alto of rumours that he does

ebony friday | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Spears | Sep 29, 2018

They cannot legally disclose anyone's status so answer would be no. However you should get tested save you can tell them we'll you slept with and if your positive something possibly could be done if he knew. Hard to prove with confidentiality rules

How long does it take to get a copy of a birth certificate?

Tiffany Zornes | Sep 29, 2017
Khristine Tutu | Sep 29, 2018

Same day if In Ohio

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