That's starting on Wednesday, May 27, for ages 18 and older
JACKSBORO, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- The Campbell County Health Department beginning May 27, 2026, will be offering sick visit appointments to provide timely care for community members experiencing mild to moderate illnesses.
Sick visit appointments are available to individuals 18 and older who may be experiencing upper respiratory symptoms, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, ear pain, sore throat, and urinary tract infection symptoms. These visits are designed to offer an option of prompt evaluation, treatment, and guidance to the community.
“We want to be ready and available to serve the needs of our community,” said Charles Turner, Campbell County Health Department Director. “We believe by offering sick visit appointments, we can help residents get the care they need quickly and conveniently.”
Other services of the Campbell County Health Department include:
- Required/Recommended immunizations – Immunizations include polio, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, measles, mumps, rubella, meningitis, hepatitis B, flu and pneumonia.
- Vital Records – Birth/death certificates
- Child Health – Physical exams, screening tests and immunizations
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC) – Vouchers for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding and children under five years of age at risk of poor growth, breastfeeding classes/support to all new mothers and nutrition tips.
- Prenatal – Pregnancy testing, presumptive eligibility screening for Medicaid, referral for prenatal care
- TennCare Outreach - Services to families and individuals who may be eligible for TennCare.
For questions or to schedule an appointment at the Campbell County Health Department, please call 423-562-8351.
The mission of the Tennessee Department of Health is to protect, promote, and improve the health and well-being of all people in Tennessee. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-05/21/2026-6AM)
