Logan County Health Unit - ADH/Paula Beaty

Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), the state's leading public health agency proudly working to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans, including our neighbors right here in Booneville and South Logan County. As a centralized system with statewide reach, we partner closely with 94 local health units—including the Logan County Health Unit in Booneville—to deliver essential clinical, preventive, and community health services. Our mission is to keep hometowns healthy through evidence-based programs, emergency response, disease prevention, education, and access to vital resources that address the unique needs of rural communities like ours.

We serve Booneville—a historic community founded around 1828 as one of the oldest towns in western Arkansas, originally settled near the Petit Jean River in the Arkansas River Valley and now home to approximately 3,800 people. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Magazine State Park—the state's highest point at 2,753 feet—and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ouachita Mountains, our town offers a peaceful rural lifestyle enriched by outdoor recreation, family farms, small businesses, local schools, healthcare facilities, churches, youth programs, and community events. In this setting, where unpredictable weather, winding rural roads, agricultural operations, and the everyday health needs of families, seniors, children, and workers shape daily life, accessible public health services are essential for preventing illness, managing chronic conditions, ensuring safe environments, and supporting overall community resilience and wellness.

Through our local health unit network and statewide programs, the Arkansas Department of Health specializes in a comprehensive range of public health services tailored to rural Arkansas realities, with direct access available right here in Booneville:

• Preventive Health and Immunizations: Routine vaccinations for children and adults (including flu shots, childhood immunizations, and travel vaccines), screening for communicable diseases like tuberculosis, and education on healthy behaviors to prevent outbreaks and promote lifelong wellness.
• Family Planning and Women's Health: Confidential family planning services, pregnancy testing, maternity care support, and participation in programs like BreastCare for no-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings—highlighted during Cervical Health Awareness Month with statewide networks ensuring rural access.
• Communicable Disease Control and Screening: Testing and management for diseases such as HIV, STDs, and others; disease surveillance; and response to emerging threats (e.g., measles updates, rabies prevention education, and influenza seasonal guidance).
• Environmental and Community Health: Inspections for safe plumbing, heating/air conditioning in new buildings, food service plan reviews (including local establishments in Booneville), and protection from environmental hazards common in rural areas.
• Vital Records and Administrative Services: Assistance with obtaining birth, death, marriage certificates, and other records through county-based processes.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response: Guidance for disaster recovery (including tips for storms, floods, or other events affecting the Arkansas River Valley), crisis support (promoting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and coordination during public health emergencies.
• Maternal and Child Health: Resources on maternal warning signs, child health screenings, and programs to support families in rural settings.
• Additional Local Support: Through the Logan County Health Unit, we offer integrated services like chronic disease management, health navigation, and community outreach—collaborating with schools, churches, and local organizations to reach those in need.

The benefits of accessing ADH services, especially through our Booneville location, include:

• Local Accessibility and Convenience: The Logan County Health Unit - Booneville is conveniently located at 721 West 1st Street, Booneville, AR 72927, making high-quality public health care easy to reach without long drives—ideal for busy families, farmers, school staff, and seniors in South Logan County.
• Affordable or No-Cost Options: Many services are reduced-cost or free (e.g., screenings via BreastCare, immunizations, and preventive care), with a focus on removing barriers for rural residents.
• Expert, Compassionate Care: Delivered by trained public health professionals who understand local challenges, emphasizing prevention, education, and patient-centered support to help individuals and families stay healthy.
• Community-Wide Impact: By partnering with local entities (schools, clinics, the chamber, and more), we help build healthier neighborhoods—reducing disease spread, supporting maternal and child health, and enhancing emergency readiness in our mountain-foothill region.
• Reliable Information and Resources: Our statewide website provides up-to-date guidance on topics like flu prevention, suicide awareness (Dial 988), rabies facts, maternal health, and more, with press releases and events keeping communities informed.

As the Arkansas Department of Health, we're proud to have a strong presence in Booneville through the Logan County Health Unit (phone: 479-675-2593), where services are delivered with the same dedication we bring statewide from our headquarters in Little Rock. Whether it's getting vaccinated, accessing family planning, obtaining vital records, preparing for emergencies, or seeking preventive screenings, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Visit us at the Logan County Health Unit - Booneville, 721 West 1st Street, Booneville, AR 72927, or call 479-675-2593 for appointments, questions, or services. For statewide resources, reach the main ADH line at 1-800-462-0599, use our contact form online, or explore healthy.arkansas.gov for programs, updates, and tools. Follow along for local announcements, health tips, and event info.

Protecting and improving health in Booneville is at the core of our work—because when our families, neighbors, and community stay healthy and resilient, South Logan County thrives under these Ouachita skies. We're here for you—stop by or reach out today.

Logan County Unit of the Arkansas Department of Health