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While you're out spreading cheer this holiday season, don't let impaired driving crash your holiday spirit.Impaired driv...
12/19/2025

While you're out spreading cheer this holiday season, don't let impaired driving crash your holiday spirit.
Impaired driving is the number one cause of death on American roadways, and it is completely preventable. This holiday season, we urge you to make a plan for returning home safely if alcohol is part of your celebration.

Learn more at: https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over

12/19/2025
12/17/2025

We had an absolute blast joining our local Christmas parades this season! From the excitement of MainX24 to the festive spirit in Soddy Daisy and the holiday magic in Red Bank, our team was proud to celebrate alongside our neighbors.
Thank you to everyone who waved, smiled, and shared the joy with us. We loved being part of your holiday traditions.
Check out our parade recap video and relive the cheer!

12/17/2025

Parents — a bulky coat can create extra room in a car seat harness. Thinner layers provide the same warmth, and the harness will still fit snugly. 🧒✔️

Struggles with substance use often intensify during the holiday season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, reach out, set bo...
12/17/2025

Struggles with substance use often intensify during the holiday season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, reach out, set boundaries, and take care of yourself. Help is available—no one has to face this season alone. Our Overdose Prevention Team is here to help – need a navigator? Call 423-209-8203 or visit Health.HamiltonTN.org.

12/17/2025

Learn more about our CHANT program by watching the video below:

12/15/2025

Take extra care of your pets during winter weather. If you are feeling the chill, they are too! Bundle them up before heading outside and always make sure to clean their paws after they have been in the snow.

More tips for your furry friends: ready.gov/pets

Wildlife is beautiful, but it is wild for a reason. Keeping your distance from raccoons, bats, skunks, foxes, and other ...
12/15/2025

Wildlife is beautiful, but it is wild for a reason. Keeping your distance from raccoons, bats, skunks, foxes, and other wild animals can help protect yourself, your pets, and your community from rabies.
Rabies primarily spreads through bites and scratches from an infected animal. For more information, please visit Health.HamiltonTN.org or call 423-209-8110.

Feeling sick suddenly? It could be Norovirus. Norovirus causes abrupt stomach issues, but you can lower your risk. Disco...
12/11/2025

Feeling sick suddenly? It could be Norovirus.
Norovirus causes abrupt stomach issues, but you can lower your risk. Discover how it spreads, identify symptoms early, and take measures to prevent transmission.

UPDATED HOURS: Effective December 1st, 2025, the Health Department at Ooltewah will be open on Mondays and Fridays.  The...
12/09/2025

UPDATED HOURS: Effective December 1st, 2025, the Health Department at Ooltewah will be open on Mondays and Fridays.
The Health Department offers services at the 3rd St and Birchwood locations from Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
For more information please visit Health.HamiltonTN.org or call 423-209-8000.

12/09/2025

Holiday hustle is real! 🎄🚶‍♂️🚗 Let’s all make it home safe this season. ⤵️

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921 E 3rd Street
Chattanooga, TN
37403

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