Mammography Services
Dementia Cafe at Compass Point
FQHC Board Committed to Care
Notice Of Intent

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS (Tiered Review) April 7thErie County Health Department420 Superior St. Sandusky, OH 44870Ph:419-626-5623 On or about April 15 th the Erie County Health Department will submit a request to theU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of LeadHazard Reduction funds under the Consolidated Appropriations […]
Public Health in Erie County

What Public Health Looks Like in Erie County Public health is more than programs—it’s people, partnerships, and access to care that meets the needs of the entire community. During National Public Health Week, the Erie County Health Department (ECHD) is proud to highlight how we deliver integrated health services in Erie County, Ohio, making it […]
ECCHC Welcomes New CEO

Erie County Community Health Center Welcomes Troy Chaffin as Chief Executive Officer Sandusky, OH, March 30, 2026 – The Erie County Community Health Center (ECCHC), a Federally Qualified Health Center serving residents across Erie County, is proud to announce the appointment of Troy Chaffin as its new Chief Executive Officer. Chaffin brings more than 16 […]
Erie County Sees Significant Shift

Erie County Sees Shift in Substances Among Patients Entering Detox Sandusky, OH – March 23, 2026 – Kaptur Recovery Services (KRS), part of the Erie County Health Department, reports a significant change in the substances being used by individuals seeking detox services. Detox programs at KRS provide medically supervised withdrawal from opioids, alcohol, benzodiazepines, and […]
Immunizations to Summer Travel

Stay Protected: From Routine Immunizations to Summer Travel Whether you’re prepping for a summer road trip to the Lake Erie Islands, a flight across the globe, or just want to stay healthy for your family here in Sandusky, immunizations are your body’s best defense. But between childhood boosters and new travel requirements, it’s easy to […]
Oral Health Services Expansion
The Screening That Saves Lives

The Screening That Saves Lives: Demystifying Colon Cancer Screenings When we talk about “lifesaving” medical procedures, we often think of emergency rooms and sirens. But for many in our community, the most powerful life-saving moment happens during a routine appointment right here at the Erie County Community Health Center in Sandusky. Colorectal cancer is one […]