Report Public Health Emergencies and Concerns

A public health emergency or concern is anything that causes, or could cause injuries or illness to a large number of people. Please use the following guidelines to determine how to respond.

Report Public Health Emergencies

• If this is an emergency, please call 911.  Horizon Public Health emergency response will be activated if needed.
• Please call MDH at 651.201.5735 for “after hours” or 24/7 reportable and emergency needs. Horizon Public Health participates in coordination with the Minnesota Department of Health and will be notified if further action is needed.

Report Public Health Concerns 

• Horizon Public Health can be reached during office hours for non-emergency needs by email or by phone at 320.763.6018.
• Reporting an infectious disease or suspect an infectious disease
• Report an unsanitary condition
• Report a Foodborne Illness – If you think you are ill from eating food in a public setting, call the Minnesota Foodborne Illness Hotline at 1.877.FOOD ILL (1.877.366.3455) or visit the MDH website – MDH Foodborne or Waterborne Illness.