Douglas County Health Department, Ava Missouri

Our vision:

Douglas County will be a county of healthy people, in a healthy and safe environment. 

Our Programs

If you have any questions, please contact DCHD online or call 417-683-4174. For after hours public health emergencies, call 1-800-392-0272, or the local law enforcement agencies: 

Ava City Police (417) 683-2931 
Douglas County Sheriff's Office (417) 683-1020 
Missouri State Highway Patrol (417) 469-3121

Volunteers Needed 

At 6:05 A.M., Friday, May 2, 2008 a tornado struck the Ava town square, homes and business were damaged but no injuries were reported.  At 5:41 P.M., Sunday, May 22, 2011 a powerful tornado ravaged parts of Joplin, killing 162 people and injuring another 154.   One never knows when disaster will strike, so it is important for everyone to be prepared. 

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