News - Fishers Health Department

FHD Celebrates New Headquarters & Clinic at Fishers Community Center

The Fishers Health Department (FHD) marked its first day of clinic operations at its new headquarters and clinic with a ribbon-cutting today. The FHD relocated to the community center from its former headquarters on Technology Drive. FHD is now accepting appointments for COVID, flu and travel vaccinations, testing, and other preventive care, with plans to offer…
West Nile Virus

The Indiana Department of Health has informed the Fishers Health Department (FHD) of the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquito samples collected within Hamilton County. WNV activity is typically highest from July through September, during dusk and dawn. FHD encourages residents to: People over the age of 50 are at higher risk of developing serious…
Fishers Health Department launches Community Health & Wellbeing Survey

The Fishers Health Department (FHD) invites residents to participate in the 2025 Community Health & Wellbeing Survey, an essential tool for understanding the health needs, priorities, and challenges of those who live in the city. Open now to all Fishers residents ages 18 and older, the survey is completely anonymous and takes approximately 15–20 minutes…
Employee Spotlight: Josh Robinson

Meet Josh Robinson, Assistant Director for the Fishers Health Department! Josh plays a vital role in ensuring the department takes a data-driven, evidence-informed approach to addressing local health needs. The Fishers Health Department is proud to highlight Josh as a key contributor to the city’s public health success- most recently through his leadership and impact…
Employee Spotlight: Fishers Health Department’s Barbara Hathaway

Meet Barbara Hathaway, a passionate and hardworking member of the Fishers Health Department, and handles all vital records. With recent updates to health records, FHD is excited to introduce her as a key point of contact for this initiative and its impact on Fishers’ residents. What do you love most about your role? I enjoy…
Employee Spotlight: Fishers Health Department’s Emily Edwards

Meet Emily Edwards, the dedicated Public Health Nurse Manager at the Fishers Health Department. In honor of HPV Awareness Month, we’re excited to highlight Emily’s incredible contributions to public health as well as what the health department offers residents to prevent HPV. What is your role within the Fishers Health Department? My role at the…
Employee Spotlight: Fishers Health Department’s Ginny Zimmerman

Meet Ginny Zimmerman, the Culture of Health Ambassador for Fishers’ Health Department and Director of the Geist Half Marathon race series. With the cold weather still hanging around, we asked Ginny her best tips and tricks to stay active and what to look forward to #AroundFisherswhen the sun finally comes out! What is your role…
Ginny Zimmerman Named Fishers Culture of Health Ambassador

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MEET BRITTANY CHEVIRON-SMITH: CONNECTING RESIDENTS TO RESOURCES

At the Fishers Health Department (FHD), we’re committed to ensuring that all residents have access to the care and support they need—especially when it comes to mental health and well-being. One of the key ways we do this is through the work of our social work team, led by Brittany Chevron-Smith, our department’s dedicated social…
Meet Amy Voris: A Trusted Partner in Any Emergency

When Amy Voris reflects on her career in public health, it’s evident that her work is more than just a job—it’s a calling. With 15 years of nursing experience, her job has taken her from hospital floors to tracking communicable diseases to handling Indiana’s first COVID-19 case. Each step has shaped her path to her…
Meet Chadon Hudson: A Compassionate Public Health Advocate

Chadon Hudson’s journey into public health began during a most challenging period––the COVID-19 pandemic. After a 30-year sales career ended unexpectedly, Chadon sought new purpose, and found it in FHD’s high-demand mass vaccination clinic. For over a year, Chadon channeled his passion for helping others by calming fears and assisting thousands of Fishers residents with…
Meet Tim Burbich: A Champion for Food Safety and Community Health

Tim Burbich is on the front lines of ensuring the health and safety of Fishers’ residents—one food inspection at a time. As a FHD Retail Health Inspector, Tim has dedicated his career to protecting the community by upholding the highest standards of food safety. Over 16 years ago, Tim’s journey with the city began in…
Meet Cheryl: A Caring Face Behind Fishers Health Department’s Clinical Services

For Cheryl, a public health nurse at the Fishers Health Department (FHD), community health is more than a job—it’s a calling that found her during one of the most challenging times in recent history. A longtime Fishers resident, Cheryl began her career in nursing at St. Vincent Hospital after graduating from Ball State, but it…
It’s Back-to-School Time Fishers! Meet Kacy Brobst, FHD Health Educator Extraordinaire

Did you know that Fishers has a dedicated Health Educator? Meet Kacy Brobst, who plays a pivotal role in promoting health and wellness throughout the Fishers community. Her daily routine involves engaging with both students and adults, imparting vital health education on various crucial topics. A Day in the Life Kacy spends much of her…
Current in Fishers Publication Spotlight

Serving people is my passion – and being embedded in the community makes it easier to have a greater holistic impact. Our ongoing mission is to serve the entire community, and we will continue to strategize on ways to truly affect all of Fishers’ health in a variety of ways.” – Monica Heltz, Fishers Public…
6 Ways CredibleMind Can Change Your Life

In today’s complex world, many of us are struggling with our own mental health and wellbeing. From managing the day-to-day stress of balancing work and family to feelings of uncertainty about the future, there is a growing mental health crisis in this country. The free StigmaFreeFishers.com, powered by the CredibleMind platform, is designed to help…
Loneliness Is More Dangerous Than Smoking 15 Cigarettes A Day

Loneliness increases the risk of premature death by approximately 26%, which is comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day and more dangerous than obesity, lack of physical activity, and air pollution.[i] The impact of loneliness and social isolation on the risk of dying early is consistent across genders, age groups, and initial health status. Social…
5 Ways to Fight Mental Health Stigma

In honor of May Mental Health Month, the City of Fishers would like to highlight the Stigma Free Fishers mental health initiative. Stigma Free Fishers was created by the city in 2019 to promote mental health and wellbeing to all Fishers residents and prevent crisis before they occur. As a community, let’s work together…
Public Notice of Release, Spill or Overfill from an Underground Storage Tank

Re: Public Notice of Release, Spill or Overfill from an Underground Storage Tank System Facility ID #17010 Incident #202401505 Dear County Health Officer: Due to a change in state law (IC 13-23-16) effective July 1, 2007, IDEM must report any release from an underground storage tank system and surface spill or overfill to the county…
Fishers Health Department launches Restaurant Grading Scale

The Fishers Health Department has launched a Retail Food Inspection Grading System for Fishers restaurants. As the second municipality in the state to implement this protocol, the system showcases the Fishers Health Department’s commitment to prioritizing the health and safety of its residents. The system was approved by Fishers City Council in November 2022 and…