The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health has hit the road with mobile units designed to provide essential health care services directly to the community.
The fleet of medical vehicles helps bridge the gap in health care access for residents in remote and underserved areas, according to a county statement.
Mobile medical, dental and hybrid clinics-on-wheels include three RVs equipped for medical exams, dental care including X-rays and lab collection services, officials said. One hybrid unit is permanently placed in Needles and Havasu Landing.
The county’s Wellness on Wheels, or WOW Van provides free walk-in testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases including HIV and hepatitis C, plus health education and health care referrals.
Another mobile unit provides services for animals in unincorporated areas including spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, dog licensing and resources for pet owners.
“Our mobile units reflect our commitment to bringing health and wellness directly to the people,” Public Health Director Joshua Dugas said in a statement. “We’re not waiting for communities to come to us — we’re meeting them where they are, with the care they need.”
Officials said the mobile medical fleet reflects the county’s effort to make health care “more convenient, compassionate and community-based — meeting residents where they are.”
Appointment scheduling and more about the mobile medical, dental, hybrid or WOW units is online at dph.sbcounty.gov or available by calling 800-722-4777. Additional information about animal care services, pet-related programs and upcoming events is at animalcare.sbcounty.gov.
