Site Map

SWNPHD's site map is designed to make it possible for our visitors to see at a glance our content and to navigate easily through our website.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

• Welcome

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Red Willow & Perkins counties.

• Staff

Our public health professionals assure our service area will have competent public health and a personal healthcare force.

• What We Do

Public health professionals prevent epidemics, the spread of disease, injuries; protect against environmental hazards; promote healthy behaviors; respond to disasters, assist communities in recovery; & assure the quality & accessibility of health services.

• Press Releases

Press releases from the Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department office.

• Programs

Many public health programs are offered by the Nebraska Public Health Department and SWNPHD. An overview of a few of those programs is provided including Public Health Nurse, Respite, Lifespan Respite Subsidy, Kids Connection & ARF Movement.

• Clinic Services

Public Health Nurse - This program provides centralized access for Medicaid eligible and potentially eligible individuals and families .

• Respite Care

Respite services provide short-term relief to primary caregivers from the demands of ongoing care for an individual with special needs.

• Board of Trustees

SWNPHD Board of Trustees from Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Perkins & Red Willow counties.

• Calendar of Events

In an effort to promote your health and awareness these events are sponsored or provided by Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department.

• Contact Us

Contact information for Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD)

• Privacy Policy

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department respects the privacy of our website visitors and customers. Your personal information is secure and confidential.

Emergency Response

• Fact Sheets

A list of emergency preparedness and response facts with links to resources.

• Emergency Response Resources

A complete list of resources and links for Emergency Preparedness, Management and Response.

• Disaster Preparedness

Items to include in a disaster supply kit for use at home, the office, at school and/or in a vehicle.

• Volunteer Program

SWNPHD depends on volunteers for mass clinics or pandemic type situations to care for the health of the residents of our district.

• Online Volunteer Form

Online SWNPHD volunteer form. Volunteer to assist in the care of the residents of our district.

Area Maps

• Nebraska Health Districts

Link to map of Nebraska Health Districts (opens in a new window)

• McCook

Link to map of McCook and SWNPHD location. (opens in a new window)

• SWNPHD District

Map showing service area for SWNPHD. (opens in a new window)

Other Resources

• Health Information

Health information, health programs and safety links provided as a resource to assist you with the issues facing each of us.

• Epidemiology

Link to Nebraska Health and Human Services website on epidemiology.  (opens in a new window)

• Fitness & Nutrition

Wellness information and resources

• Personal Health Assessment

Personal health risk assessment questionnaire

• Substance Abuse

Information and programs available for help with substance abuse.

• Public Health Partners

  Phone listing of Support Agencies, Emergency Managers, Health Departments,  Hospitals, Law Enforcement, Medical Clinics, Pharmacies & Tobacco Cessation Programs for McCook, Nebraska & Southwest Nebraska.