Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, Wheeling, WV

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, Wheeling, WV Providing Public Health Services since 1832.

March & April 2026 WOCHD Food Handler Classes
02/20/2026

March & April 2026 WOCHD Food Handler Classes

As of February 19, 2026, 982 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States in 2026. Among these, 976 measl...
02/20/2026

As of February 19, 2026, 982 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States in 2026. Among these, 976 measles cases were reported by 26 jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York City, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. A total of 6 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the United States.

There have been 7 new outbreaks** reported in 2026, and 89% of confirmed cases (870 of 982) are outbreak-associated (73 from outbreaks starting in 2026 and 797 from outbreaks that started in 2025).

For the full year of 2025, a total of 2,281 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States. Among these, 2,256 measles cases were reported by 45 jurisdictions: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, New York State, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. A total of 25 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the United States.

There were 49 outbreaks** reported in 2025, and 89% of confirmed cases (2,034 of 2,281) are outbreak-associated. For comparison, 16 outbreaks were reported during 2024 and 69% of cases (198 of 285) were outbreak-associated.

*CDC is aware of probable measles cases being reported by jurisdictions. However, the data on this page only includes confirmed cases jurisdictions have notified to CDC.

**CDC reports the cumulative number of measles outbreaks (defined as 3 or more related cases) that have occurred this year in the U.S.; states have the most up-to-date information about cases and outbreaks in their jurisdictions.

(2/19/26) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19, RSV, Influenza A (specificall...
02/19/2026

(2/19/26) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19, RSV, Influenza A (specifically H3), Human Metapneumovirus and Norovirus are elevated and considered HIGH in the local community. Levels of Rotavirus and Human Adenovirus Group F are elevated but considered LOW. Candida auris and Measles were not detected in recent samplings. These specific diseases and their identification as elevated in the Ohio County community are made through wastewater surveillance at the City of Wheeling’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. The treatment plant serves most of Ohio County and Benwood.

STD & HIV TESTING CLINIC – Free and confidential testing available on a regular basis. Call for an appointment (304) 23...
02/17/2026

STD & HIV TESTING CLINIC – Free and confidential testing available on a regular basis. Call for an appointment (304) 234-3682. Rapid HIV Testing available. STD testing is free of charge regardless of income or insurance status. Free treatment or referrals, depending on the STD, are available. An appointment is required to be seen. Services are confidential. For information on these services or to make an appointment call (304) 234-3682. Screening is available for: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV. Should a test come back positive, treatment is available free of charge. Treatment can also be obtained for partners of those with positive test at no cost.

02/17/2026

The City of Wheeling Water Department has issued a Boil Order on 2.16.2026 for the Elm Grove area. Affected addresses are listed below.

1-21 Forest Ave (odd only) and 2-20 Halstead Ave (even Only)

Customers should boil water for 48 hours after service is restored. Please share this information with residents. A second notification will be sent once the boil order has been released.

ALERT: National Measles Cases Grow By Nearly 177 New Cases in One WeekAs of February 12, 2026, 910 confirmed* measles c...
02/13/2026

ALERT: National Measles Cases Grow By Nearly 177 New Cases in One Week

As of February 12, 2026, 910 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States in 2026. Among these, 904 measles cases were reported by 24 jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York City, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. A total of 6 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the United States.

There have been 5 new outbreaks** reported in 2026, and 90% of confirmed cases (822 of 910) are outbreak-associated (62 from outbreaks in 2026 and 760 from outbreaks that started in 2025).
For the full year of 2025, a total of 2,280 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States. Among these, 2,255 measles cases were reported by 45 jurisdictions: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, New York State, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. A total of 25 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the United States.

There were 49 outbreaks** reported in 2025, and 89% of confirmed cases (2,034 of 2,280) are outbreak-associated. For comparison, 16 outbreaks were reported during 2024 and 69% of cases (198 of 285) were outbreak-associated.

*CDC is aware of probable measles cases being reported by jurisdictions. However, the data on this page only includes confirmed cases jurisdictions have notified to CDC.

**CDC reports the cumulative number of measles outbreaks (defined as 3 or more related cases) that have occurred this year in the U.S.; states

02/12/2026

The City of Wheeling Water Department has extended the Boil Order on 2.11.2026 for the Wheeling Island area. Affected addresses are listed below.

99-114 Ohio Street

Customers should boil water for 48 hours after service is restored. Please share this information with residents. A second notification will be sent once the boil order has been released.

(2/12/24 1:54pm) Village of Bethlehem: Waterline repair is complete, a 48 Hour Boil Order is in effect for Chapel Rd and...
02/12/2026

(2/12/24 1:54pm) Village of Bethlehem: Waterline repair is complete, a 48 Hour Boil Order is in effect for Chapel Rd and connecting streets until 2/14/26 at 1:50 PM

(2/12/26) Wheeling Police Department Crime Analysis:Possible overdose trend/spike in the Wheeling area. Narcan is avail...
02/12/2026

(2/12/26) Wheeling Police Department Crime Analysis:
Possible overdose trend/spike in the Wheeling area. Narcan is available at Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department (Monday-Friday), 8:30am-4:30pm, for more information call (304) 234-3682.

Village of Bethlehem: The waterline has been repaired on Chestnut Lane, there is a 48 Hour boil order in affect for Ches...
02/11/2026

Village of Bethlehem: The waterline has been repaired on Chestnut Lane, there is a 48 Hour boil order in affect for Chestnut Lane until 2/23/26 at 3:10pm.

The City of Wheeling Water Department has issued a Boil Order on 2.11.2026 for the Steenrod area. Affected addresses ar...
02/11/2026

The City of Wheeling Water Department has issued a Boil Order on 2.11.2026 for the Steenrod area. Affected addresses are listed below.

215-237 Jefferson Ave (odd only), 1209 Frances Ave, and 1206 Steenrod Ave

Customers should boil water for 48 hours after service is restored. Please share this information with residents. A second notification will be sent once the boil order has been released.

The City of Wheeling Water Department has issued a Boil Order on 2.11.2026 for the Wheeling Island area. Affected addre...
02/11/2026

The City of Wheeling Water Department has issued a Boil Order on 2.11.2026 for the Wheeling Island area. Affected addresses are listed below.

99-114 Ohio Street

Customers should boil water for 48 hours after service is restored. Please share this information with residents. A second notification will be sent once the boil order has been released.

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1500 Chapline Street, Ste 106
Wheeling, WV
26003

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+13042343682

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