Putting community health data in residents’ hands 06-23-26

June 23, 2026

Putting community health data in residents’ hands

MOBILE, Ala. — The Mobile County Health Department (MCHD) is spotlighting a suite of online “Community Tools” designed to put practical, real-time health information directly into the hands of residents, providers, and community partners. From restaurant inspection scores to overdose prevention resources and mental well-being support, these tools make it easier for Mobile County residents to stay informed and take action to protect their health.

Community Tools – Powerful Tools in One Place

MCHD’s Community Tools hub brings together several key resources in a single, easy-to-navigate web page (https://mchd.org/community-tools/):

• Food Inspection Scores — An application that allows the public to view current and historical inspection results for permitted food establishments across Mobile County. The application updates monthly.
• Healthy Communities — This site highlights initiatives focused on improving health for vulnerable populations through education, outreach, and supportive services. Featured dashboards provide data on various health indicators, such as dental health and diabetes. The resource locator allows residents to locate services near them.
• Mosquito and Rodent Control — An online complaint form to request mosquito or rodent treatment from MCHD’s Vector Control staff.
• Mosquito Monitoring in Mobile County — An interactive story map that provides details about one of the most extensive mosquito control programs in the southeastern United States. Dashboards display mosquito activity and arbovirus surveillance, giving residents a visual way to understand local vector risks.
• Overdose Surveillance and Prevention — This site provides overdose surveillance and prevention information that describes how MCHD and partners use data, Prevention and Wellness Kiosks, and outreach to connect at-risk individuals with overdose prevention services and supports. Residents can learn the signs of an overdose, take Narcan training, and find out where to receive overdose prevention supplies.
• Project Barrier — A site that promotes sexual health through outreach, social media, surveying, and testing for sexually transmitted infections. Residents can find out information about sexual health and sexually transmittable diseases.
• Outreach Services — Community groups that would like MCHD staff to participate in events, health fairs, or outreach activities can submit an Outreach Request Form available on the page and return it via email, making it simple to bring public health services into neighborhoods, schools, and faith communities.
• Free mental well-being support — In partnership with the Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama Department of Mental Health, Jefferson County Department of Health, and Mobile County Health Department, the mental well-being platform CredibleMind is now available at no cost to Alabama residents. CredibleMind brings together expert-rated and vetted videos, podcasts, apps, books, and articles on stress, anxiety, depression, and other topics, all accessible through a single online platform linked from the Community Tools page and the “My MCHD Health Check” smartphone app.

Easy access from phone or computer

Residents can access Community Tools by visiting the MCHD website and selecting “Community Tools” from the main menu. For consumer convenience, many of these resources — including food inspection scores and a link to CredibleMind — are also available through the free “My MCHD Health Check” app in the App Store and Google Play, giving users on-the-go access to reliable local health information.

For more information about Community Tools or to request outreach support, contact the MCHD Office of Communications at 251-690-8823.