Dauphin County State Health Center - Harrisburg, PA

About Dauphin County State Health Center

The Dauphin County State Health Center is a public health facility operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Conveniently located in the Kline Village shopping center at 30 Kline Village, this center provides essential public health services to the residents of Harrisburg and the surrounding communities. The facility focuses on disease prevention, health promotion, and providing accessible care to underserved populations.

Clinical Services

The State Health Center offers a variety of confidential medical services, often free of charge or based on a sliding scale. Key services include:

• Immunizations: Vaccinations for children and adults to prevent infectious diseases.
• STD/HIV Services: Confidential testing, treatment, and counseling for sexually transmitted diseases.
• Tuberculosis (TB) Clinics: Testing and case management for TB.
• Public Health Education: Providing information and resources on community health issues.

Visit Information

While some services may accept walk-ins, it is highly recommended to call ahead for an appointment to ensure staff availability. The center is designed to be accessible and welcoming. Visitors do not typically require security screening like high-security government buildings, but standard office policies apply. Please bring a photo ID and any relevant medical records.

Parking and Transit

One of the key advantages of this location is accessibility. Being situated in a shopping plaza, there is a large free parking lot available immediately in front of the office. The location is also well-served by public transportation, with CAT bus stops located within the Kline Village complex.