Carter County Public Health Corner

Returning to Carter Co. February 21 and February 22 is the Smiles Across Montana (SAM) team! This is a great opportunity to access local preventative dental care for school aged kids. It is open to all home, country, or public schooled students.

Already see a dentist? SAM’s work is a way to enhance not replace a dental care relationship. No dentist yet? No problem! Not required or necessary in order to be seen by the SAM team. It’s just about taking care of oral health for kiddos. Check out important details including the deadline of February 14 on our Facebook page at facebook.com/ccmtpublichealth. Smiles Across Montana provides dental care including; exams, cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, oral health demo, x-rays necessary and prescribed. Don’t let the concern of any costs deter you as there are options outlined in the details for both insured and uninsured students.

Bivalent Booster Moderna COVID-19 | Adult vaccine day, Monday, February 13th, by appointment. Reserve your spot by calling 406-775-6332. If we miss your call, we are likely on another line or helping another. Please leave a message and we will get back in touch. We have available to residents the COVID-19 At Home Test Kit (No Cost). It is okay to have this easy resource on hand before you need it. These are easy to use and provide quick results in 15-30 minutes. The kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Didn’t get a Flu shot yet this season? Not too late to get one and it can still provide protection during the peak of flu season which is usually in February. Call and schedule or drop in. There is no out of pocket expense. Bring photo identification and if covered by any insurance bring card(s).

2023 SCL Mammogram Coach Bus event dates are here! March 21, June 27, September 14, November 3. Open to all Carter County women 40yrs and older. Give yourself the gift of Awareness — Detection — Survival with this easy and convenient screening exam. Uses 3D technology and is a 15 minute appointment. Whether you have no insurance, are underinsured, or have insurance — there are options available to get this important exam. Call (406) 237-4373 to schedule for any of the event dates or with questions.

The Carter County Public Health office is open Monday though Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office phone number is 406-775-6332.