Mission Statement:
The mission of public health is to make a positive impact on the health and welfare of the community through service, education, prevention and collaborative activities.

Programs and Services:
First District Health Unit provides public health services to seven counties in North Central North Dakota and offers services that include: Child health and nutrition/WIC, child and adult immunizations, adult health maintenance including foot care, tobacco prevention and more. The McLean County office also has radon kits, bottles for water testing and food safety tests available. Services offered in or from the Minot office (852-1376) include STD (sexually transmitted diseases) and AIDS/HIV testing, family planning and child car seats, restaurant licensing and inspection, water testing and sewer permits.

GARRISON OFFICE - Phone (701) 463-2641 - Fax (701) 463-7228:

Hours: Monday through Thursday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 972, Garrison, ND 58540

Physical Address: 141 N Main #3, Garrison, ND 58540

WASHBURN OFFICE - Phone (701) 462-3330 - Fax (701) 462-3375:

Hours: Monday through Friday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1108, Washburn, ND 58577

Physical Address: 712 5th Avenue, Washburn, ND 58577

Call for appointments

Various off-site clinics held throughout the County