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Mobile Health Unit

 

 

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The Dutchess County Mobile Health Unit (MHU) is a state-of-the art 40-foot vehicle that provides accessible mobile health services to improve the health and safety of our residents. Each month, the MHU travels throughout the county to bring a wide range of public and behavioral health services on the road. This helps us tackle health disparities, prevent disease, and enhance the health and wellness of all in our community.



Mobile Health Events

Dutchess Outreach Farmstand

Event name:  Dutchess Outreach Farmstand
Date: October 8th
Location: Poughkeepsie Galleria, former JCP parking lot
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

MHU at Dutchess County PODS

Event name:  MHU at Dutchess County PODS
Date: October 21st
Location: 140 North Hamilton Street
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

MHU at Pawling

Event name:  MHU at Pawling
Date: October 22nd
Location: 21 Coulter Ave, Pawling
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Mobile Health Services

The DOH MHU offers a wide range of services. After submitting application, DOH staff will discuss what we can provide at your event based on availability. 

Potential services include:

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Public Health Education

Community outreach, education and training help communities function better and bring awareness to critical topics.

  • Narcan training 

  • CPR & AED training

  • Chronic disease prevention

  • Healthy eating

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Health Services

Limited clinical services are available on-the-go to help individuals who may lack access to brick-and-mortar health services. 

  • Seasonal immunizations for children and adults 

  • State mandated school vaccines for students
    (call clinic at 845-486-2963 to request)

  • Sexually transmitted infections (STI) screening and testing

  • Blood pressure screenings

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Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services

Mental health services reduce the risk of chronic diseases related to stress, anxiety, and substance abuse as well as help those struggling with existing mental health issues.

  • Mental health screening

  • 988 Dutchess County Helpline resource

  • One-on-one help from recovery coaches 

  • Referrals to local community organizations

 

...and much more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Nearly 39 feet long, the state-of-the-art  vehicle is handicapped accessible and equipped with features such as:

  • Exam room
  • Intake area
  • One-on-one meeting space
  • Medical refrigerator
  • Wheelchair lift

The exterior of the vehicle is equipped with a video monitor and awning for outreach and training opportunities.