Women's health services clinics to be held in Nevada

The women's health services clinics will be held on Jan. 12 and Jan. 28, for all clients at the Vernon County Health Department on North Washington Street, Nevada.

Other clinic locations also are available in surrounding counties.

Participants must call for an appointment and cancellations should be made at least 24 hours in advance. Services available are medical examinations including cancer screening, HIV and sexually transmitted disease testing, pregnancy testing, reproductive and contraceptive counseling as well as the issuance of contraceptive supplies.

Charges for the services are based on a sliding fee scale according to household income.

Persons desiring appointments or more information concerning the clinic should contact the Women's Health Services division of West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, located at 10 W. Fourth St., Appleton City, Mo.; phone (660) 476-2194 or (888)577-4640.