Located in Lancaster, Ohio, the Fairfield Department of Health offers a variety of medical care programs and services for individuals and communities. It operates a community health center that serves people who suffer from chronic illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension, sinusitis and intestinal flu. The department also accepts Medicaid and Medicare insurance plans. It offers education and information on topics related to lead poisoning prevention and healthy lifestyle development for children with physical disabilities. The Fairfield Department of Health also provides vaccination programs to protect people and children against polio, tetanus, typhoid and yellow fever. It monitors food, water and indoor air quality. The department also provides emergency preparedness services during the situations of natural and other types of disasters. The Fairfield Department of Health offers smoking cessation and injury prevention services. It also provides a nutritional program for women and children.