SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — A new mobile clinic in Springfield has already served 98 patients since opening last week, the Ohio Department of Health announced Friday.
The clinic, located in the Clark County General Health District and operated with support from ODH, is designed to reduce long wait times for medical services in the city and throughout Clark County.
Springfield’s health care system has been strained in recent years by an influx of Haitian immigrants, leading to long wait times for appointments and delays in treatment. In September, Gov. Mike DeWine pledged $2.5 million to expand access to primary care for all Springfield residents.
“The Ohio Department of Health’s efforts are just one example of Governor DeWine’s commitment to supporting the health of everyone in Springfield and Clark County,” ODH Director Bruce Vanderhoff said in a release. “We know there is still much work to do and are committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure that Ohioans in this region have access to the health care services they need. I’m here.”
Our hospital currently offers seasonal vaccines, COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccines, as well as blood pressure tests. Four ODH staff members are assisting local WIC teams in enrolling or recertifying 229 people, with plans to clear the backlog by October 20th.
The mobile clinic will also provide access to tuberculosis patient care, lead exposure, and pediatric vision services.
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