Hall County Health Department phone, Gainesville offices, WIC, records, vaccines, dental and Environmental Health help
The Hall County Health Department serves Gainesville and Hall County, Georgia through District 2 Public Health. It is the right place for many public-health services, but not every service uses the same office or phone number.
Use this guide to choose the correct clinic, phone number, Vital Records route, WIC contact, vaccine step, travel clinic option, dental office, STI/HIV/TB route, septic review, food-service permit path and official Environmental Health contact before you call or visit.
Choose the Hall County public-health service you need
Select the task that matches your situation. This tool does not book appointments or collect private information; it points you to the safest official starting route.
Call 770-531-5600. Say whether you need immunizations, vital records, family planning, women’s health, STI/HIV testing, TB screening, child/adolescent health, travel clinic or another clinical service.
Hall County public health quick answer for Gainesville residents
The main Hall County Health Department clinical office is at 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507. Call 770-531-5600 for clinical services, immunizations, travel clinic, Vital Records, STI/HIV testing, TB screening, family planning, women’s health and general public-health routing.
Dental care is not at the Athens Street clinic. Dental services are listed at 450 Prior Street, Gainesville, GA 30501, with phone 770-531-5650. District WIC uses 1-888-371-9288.
Environmental Health uses a separate route: 770-531-3973. For 2026, Hall County posts a temporary Environmental Health in-person service notice for 2829 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30504 due to renovations.
Official verification before using this Hall County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This refreshed page uses official District 2 Public Health, Hall County Government and Georgia DPH resources for Hall County clinic services, hours, dental services, WIC, immunizations, travel clinic, Yellow Fever designation, Vital Records, STI/HIV care, women’s health, Environmental Health, septic records, building-permit review and complaint routes.
Public-health hours, walk-in cutoffs, vaccine supply, travel vaccine availability, WIC appointments, certificate fees, environmental applications, record-search windows and temporary relocation notices can change. Always verify live details on the official page before visiting, mailing, paying or relying on a deadline.
What this Hall County guide covers
Hall County Health Department phone numbers by service
The most useful phone number depends on the service. Clinical services, dental care, WIC, Vital Records and Environmental Health do not all share one desk.
| Need | Correct phone or office | Best first sentence when you call |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical services and general health department questions | 770-531-5600 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville | “I need help with immunizations, family planning, women’s health, STI/HIV testing, TB screening, vital records or another clinic service.” |
| Clinical fax | 770-531-6035 | “Which program should receive my fax, and what information should be included?” |
| Dental services | 770-531-5650 450 Prior Street, Gainesville | “My child is age __ and needs a dental appointment. What eligibility, insurance or fee information should I bring?” |
| Dental fax | 770-535-5989 | “May I fax dental records or forms, and who should I address them to?” |
| WIC | 1-888-371-9288 | “I need a WIC appointment for pregnancy, breastfeeding, postpartum, an infant or a child under age five.” |
| Vital Records | 770-531-5600 | “I need a Georgia birth or death certificate. What ID, fee, eligibility and hours apply today?” |
| Immunizations | 770-531-5600 | “I need vaccines for school, childcare, work, adult routine needs, travel or an immunization record.” |
| International travel clinic | 770-531-5600 option 3 | “I am traveling to __ on __ and need pre-travel consultation or Yellow Fever vaccine information.” |
| STI, HIV, PrEP or TB | 770-531-5600 | “I need confidential STI/HIV testing, PrEP information, TB screening or communicable disease help.” |
| PrEP Navigator | 762-900-8752 | “I want to ask about PrEP eligibility, appointment options and cost help.” |
| Environmental Health | 770-531-3973 | “My issue is septic, food service, body art, pool, tourist accommodation, well permit, records or complaint.” |
| Building permit on septic property | Environmental Health 770-531-3973 Building Inspections 770-531-6809 | “The property is in unincorporated Hall County and served by septic. Does Environmental Health need to review before the building permit?” |
Gainesville offices, hours and maps
Hall County Health Department services are split by office. Always confirm the correct address before driving.
| Office | Address | Phone | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical office | 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507 | 770-531-5600 | Clinical services, immunizations, travel clinic, women’s health, STI/HIV, TB, Vital Records and general public-health routing. |
| Dental office | 450 Prior Street, Gainesville, GA 30501 | 770-531-5650 | Pediatric dental services and appointment questions. |
| Environmental Health temporary in-person location | 2829 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30504 | 770-531-3973 | 2026 temporary in-person services during renovation. Call first because in-person services may be limited. |
| Environmental Health mailing address | P.O. Box 5901, Gainesville, GA 30504 | 770-531-3973 | Mailing Environmental Health documents only when staff instructs you to do so. |
Clinical office hours
| Day | Listed clinical office hours | Lunch closure |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Closed 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Closed 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Closed 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Closed 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | No afternoon hours listed. |
Athens Street clinical office map
Temporary Environmental Health map
Before you call, visit or mail documents
Use this checklist before a clinic visit, certificate request, WIC appointment, dental appointment, septic record search, food-service permit step or travel vaccine appointment.
Clinic services offered at the Gainesville public health office
The Hall County clinical office lists several public-health services at 1290 Athens Street. Some are by appointment, some may be walk-in, and some have cut-off times depending on clinic volume.
| Service | Schedule type listed | Phone | Practical note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breast and cervical cancer screenings | Monday-Friday, by appointment | 770-531-5600 | Ask about eligibility, income-based discounts, mammogram referral and what records to bring. |
| Child and adolescent health | Monday-Friday, by appointment | 770-531-5600 | Ask about age, parent/guardian requirements, school forms and insurance/payment. |
| Communicable diseases, HIV testing, STD testing and TB screening | Monday-Friday, by appointment | 770-531-5600 | Ask about confidentiality, testing windows, treatment, results and follow-up. |
| Family planning | Monday-Friday, by appointment | 770-531-5600 | Ask about sliding-scale fee, birth control, pregnancy testing, exams and counseling. |
| Prenatal case management | Monday-Friday, by appointment | 770-531-5600 | Ask what Medicaid or pregnancy documents are needed. |
| Immunizations | Monday-Friday, walk-in; cut-off times vary | 770-531-5600 | Call before going near school deadlines or travel deadlines. |
| Vital Records | Walk-in service with special hours | 770-531-5600 | Bring ID, relationship proof if needed and correct payment. |
Immunizations, school vaccines and Georgia vaccine records
District 2 Public Health provides vaccine and immunization services for every stage of life. Hall County immunizations are listed as Monday-Friday walk-in service, but cut-off times can vary according to patient volume.
School vaccine step-by-step
- Call 770-531-5600 if you are unsure which vaccines or records are needed.
- Bring all previous immunization records.
- Bring school, child-care, college, sports, work or camp forms.
- Arrive early because walk-in cut-off times can change with clinic volume.
- Ask how to request an official Georgia immunization record if proof is needed.
International travel clinic and Yellow Fever vaccine access
District 2 says the Hall, Forsyth and Union County International Travel Clinics provide pre-travel consultation for international travelers. Hall County’s travel clinic is at 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, with phone 770-531-5600 option 3.
All travel services, including Yellow Fever vaccine, are appointment-only. Ideally, travelers should make an appointment 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Hall County is also listed by District 2 as one of the Georgia sites designated for Yellow Fever vaccine access.
| Travel need | What to prepare | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-travel consultation | Destination countries, cities, regions, travel dates, trip length and itinerary. | Recommendations can vary by city or region within a country. |
| Yellow Fever vaccine | Destination and proof/documentation requirement. | Access is limited and some destinations require documentation. |
| Malaria prevention or traveler’s diarrhea medication | Medical history, allergies, current medications and trip activities. | The clinic may recommend or prescribe prevention/treatment medication. |
| Payment | Cash, debit, Visa, MasterCard or Discover. | District 2 lists these payment methods for travel clinic services. |
Georgia birth certificates and death certificates in Hall County
District 2 says Dawson and Hall County Health Departments have access to Georgia’s Vital Records System, which allows them to print birth and death records from all counties in Georgia. Georgia birth and death records started in 1919; older records may require Georgia Archives.
| Vital Records item | Official detail | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia birth or death record | Hall County has access to Georgia’s Vital Records System. | Call 770-531-5600 and confirm current hours, ID, eligibility and payment. |
| Records before 1919 | Georgia birth and death records started in 1919. | Contact Georgia Archives for older records. |
| First certified copy | $25 non-refundable search fee listed in the old official page content and current article reference. | Confirm current fee before paying. |
| Additional same-record copies | $5 each when ordered at the same time. | Order all copies you need together when possible. |
| In-person payment | Cash, Discover, MasterCard and Visa listed; no personal checks listed. | Bring cardholder ID if paying by card and verify before visiting. |
| Mail payment | Money order payable to Hall County Vital Records listed. | Include completed application, ID copy if required and self-addressed stamped envelope. |
Vital Records public hours to confirm
| Day | Listed Vital Records hours | Resident tip |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Bring ID and relationship proof if needed. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. | Tuesday has the latest listed certificate service window. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Call first if you need multiple certified copies. |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Do not arrive close to closing with incomplete documents. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Friday certificate service is a short morning window. |
For broader certificate planning, see our health department birth certificate guide.
Dental services at 450 Prior Street
Hall County dental services are listed separately from the Athens Street clinical office. The dental office is at 450 Prior Street, Gainesville, GA 30501. Call 770-531-5650.
District 2’s pediatric dental program serves children with Medicaid or PeachCare insurance, and patients without insurance may be seen on a fee basis. Children may be seen as early as age 1 for anticipatory guidance screening exams.
Call dental services if
- Your child needs public-health dental care.
- You need to ask about eligibility, Medicaid, PeachCare or fee basis.
- You need an appointment time.
- You need to confirm whether Prior Street is the right location.
- You need to ask what records, ID, insurance or payment information to bring.
WIC in Hall County: appointments, eWIC, nutrition and breastfeeding
WIC supports eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, plus low-income parents or guardians caring for children under age five who face nutritional risk. District 2 WIC lists required documents including proof of identification, income and Georgia residency.
Call 1-888-371-9288 for the District WIC Clinic. WIC services are listed as Monday-Friday by appointment.
Before a WIC appointment
- Call 1-888-371-9288 first.
- Ask what documents are required for your household.
- Prepare proof of identification, income and Georgia residency.
- Confirm appointment location and time.
- Ask about the Georgia WIC mobile app, benefit balance and eWIC card questions.
- Bring child, pregnancy or benefit information requested by WIC staff.
STI, HIV, PrEP, TB screening and communicable disease services
Hall County Health Department lists communicable diseases, HIV testing, STD testing and TB screening among services available Monday-Friday by appointment through 770-531-5600. District 2 says STI and HIV services are confidential.
| Need | Best route | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| STI testing or treatment | Call 770-531-5600 | Ask about appointments, testing, treatment, confidentiality, cost and results. |
| Express STI Services | Ask local health department if you qualify | District 2 describes express testing for people without STI contact or symptoms, usually lab-based. |
| HIV testing | Call 770-531-5600 or use District 2 HIV resources | Ask about testing availability, results and linkage to care. |
| PrEP | PrEP Navigator: 762-900-8752 | District 2 says PrEP is offered at all District 2 health department locations. |
| Event HIV/STI testing request | HIV Prevention Coordinator route | District 2 lists Amanda Norris at 678-780-1641 for event attendance requests. |
| TB screening | Call 770-531-5600 | Explain whether screening is for work, school, exposure, immigration, shelter, healthcare or provider referral. |
Family planning, pregnancy testing and cancer screening support
District 2 Women’s Health says Family Planning provides education, physical exams, counseling, minor gynecological treatments and birth control methods. Services are based on a sliding-scale fee based on family income.
Pregnancy testing is available at all District 2 health departments on a walk-in basis or by appointment. Prenatal Case Management supports Medicaid-eligible prenatal women with needed medical, nutritional, social and educational services.
Environmental Health temporary 2026 service note
Hall County Environmental Health is a section of the Georgia Department of Public Health. It is responsible for several permit programs, including body art establishments, food service, onsite sewage management systems, recreational pool permits, tourist accommodations and well permits.
Beginning January 20, 2026, Hall County Environmental Health temporarily relocated to the Hall County Government Center Annex at 2829 Browns Bridge Road due to renovations. In-person services are extremely limited during this time, so call 770-531-3973 before visiting.
| Environmental Health item | Official detail | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary 2026 in-person location | Government Center Annex, 2829 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30504. | Call 770-531-3973 before visiting because in-person services may be extremely limited. |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 5901, Gainesville, GA 30504. | Use the mailing address only when staff instructs you. |
| Phone and fax | Phone 770-531-3973; Fax 770-531-6767. | Ask whether your task can be handled by phone, email or mail. |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; applications and record searches from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Do not wait until late afternoon for applications or record searches. |
| Complaints | Call 770-531-3973 to file a complaint. | Prepare address, business name, date, time and complaint details. |
Septic records, wells, food service, pools and building-permit review
Environmental Health matters can affect home purchases, land development, restaurant openings, food service operations, pool permits, tourist accommodation inspections and property development.
| Issue | Best route | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Individual septic record request | Email Environmental Health with the subject property address. | The official page says these requests may take up to 3 business days. |
| Septic system installation inspection | Certified septic contractors must call 770-531-3973 between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. for same-day inspection. | Calls after 9 a.m. are scheduled for the next working day. |
| Building permit on septic in unincorporated Hall County | Call Environmental Health first at 770-531-3973; building process questions go to Building Inspections at 770-531-6809. | Environmental Health review may be required before the building permit route can proceed. |
| Food service permit or complaint | Call Environmental Health at 770-531-3973. | Restaurants and food service operations are regulated through Environmental Health permitting and inspections. |
| Pools, tourist accommodations, body art or well permits | Call Environmental Health at 770-531-3973. | These are Environmental Health permit programs, not routine clinic appointments. |
What Hall County Health Department does not handle
Many residents search for the health department when they actually need a different office. Use this separation before you drive or call.
| If you need | Do not use | Correct route |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical care | Routine clinic phone, WIC, Vital Records or Environmental Health. | Call 911 or go to emergency care. |
| Private doctor or hospital records | Hall County Health Department unless the record was created there. | Contact the provider, hospital, clinic or pharmacy that created the record. |
| Birth or death records before 1919 | Ordinary Georgia Vital Records counter process. | Use Georgia Archives guidance for older records. |
| Marriage, divorce or court records | Health Department Vital Records. | Use probate court, superior court or the court/clerk record route. |
| Building permit process details only | Clinical services phone only. | Use Hall County Building Inspections; use Environmental Health when septic review is required. |
| General Hall County government services | Clinic appointment line. | Use Hall County government department or main county office route. |
For state-level Georgia public-health context, see our Georgia Department of Public Health guide. For nearby local office searching, see health department near me.
Official Hall County Health Department links
Use these official resources for final decisions, live hours, appointment rules, fees, applications, records, Environmental Health routing and current service notices.
Official Hall County Health Department pageClinical services, Gainesville location, dental office, WIC number, hours, Vital Records, Environmental Health note and service list. Hall County Environmental Health official pageTemporary 2026 relocation, septic record requests, building permit review, food service, wells, pools, body art and complaints. District 2 Birth / Death CertificatesGeorgia Vital Records access for Hall and Dawson, older record guidance and official birth/death certificate routing. District 2 ImmunizationsVaccines, immunization records, Georgia DPH immunization resources and school requirement links. District 2 Travel ClinicHall County travel clinic, Yellow Fever vaccine, appointment-only travel services and pre-travel consultation guidance. District 2 DentalPediatric dental services, Medicaid/PeachCare/fee basis, screenings, cleanings, fillings, sealants and referrals. District 2 WICWIC eligibility, nutrition, eWIC, breastfeeding support and application route. STI / HIV Care & TreatmentConfidential STI/HIV testing, treatment, Express STI Services, PrEP and event testing resources. Women’s HealthFamily Planning, pregnancy testing, prenatal case management and cancer screening guidance. Georgia DPH Environmental Health inspectionsStatewide Environmental Health program resources, inspections, food service, septic, pools, wells and complaints.Hall County Health Department FAQ
What is the Hall County Health Department phone number?
The main Hall County Health Department clinical phone number is 770-531-5600. Dental services use 770-531-5650, WIC uses 1-888-371-9288, and Environmental Health uses 770-531-3973.
Where is Hall County Health Department located?
The clinical office is at 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507. Dental services are at 450 Prior Street, Gainesville, GA 30501. Environmental Health has a temporary 2026 in-person location notice for 2829 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30504.
What are the Hall County Health Department hours?
The clinical office is listed Monday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m.-12 p.m., with lunch closure Monday-Thursday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Call before visiting because walk-in cutoffs may vary.
How do I get a birth certificate in Hall County, Georgia?
Call 770-531-5600 and ask for Vital Records. Hall County can access Georgia’s Vital Records System for birth and death records from Georgia counties. Bring ID, record details, eligibility proof if needed and current payment.
How much is a Hall County birth or death certificate?
The listed first-copy search fee is $25, which includes one certified certificate if found. Additional certified copies of the same record ordered at the same time are listed as $5 each. Confirm the current fee before paying.
Does Hall County Health Department offer walk-in immunizations?
Hall County immunizations are listed as Monday-Friday walk-in service, but cut-off times may vary by patient volume. Call 770-531-5600 before going, especially near school, work or travel deadlines.
Does Hall County Health Department offer Yellow Fever vaccine?
District 2 lists Hall County as an International Travel Clinic and notes that Hall County Health Department is one of the Georgia sites designated for Yellow Fever vaccine access. Travel services are appointment-only. Call 770-531-5600 option 3.
How do I contact Hall County WIC?
Call the District WIC Clinic at 1-888-371-9288. WIC is appointment-based and may require proof of identification, income and Georgia residency.
Who handles septic permits and restaurant inspections in Hall County?
Hall County Environmental Health handles septic, food service, body art, pools, tourist accommodations, wells and complaints. Call 770-531-3973 before visiting, especially during the 2026 temporary relocation period.
Is Hall County Health Department an emergency room?
No. For life-threatening symptoms, severe injury, chest pain, stroke symptoms, overdose, severe allergic reaction, trouble breathing or immediate danger, call 911. Routine health department services should not delay emergency care.