The Monongalia County Health Department, also known as MCHD, offers a range of medical services. Established in 1929, it manages a staff of more than 75 full-time employees. The department offers emergency preparedness and response solutions. It provides communicable disease control services. The department provides family planning and immunization solutions. The Monongalia County Health Department offers nutrition consultation and HIV counseling and testing services. The department operates dental and pediatric clinics. It also offers physical, speech and occupational therapy services. The department provides classes that focus on topics related to skills needed for healthy pregnancy. The Monongalia County Health Department is a part of the government of Monongalia County in West Virginia.