Can I prepare food at home for sale?
Home preparation of food for public consumption is prohibited by state law. All food that is to be consumed by the public, whether free or for sale, must be prepared at a commercial establishment that is inspected by a federal, state or local health authority.

Where can I get shots/public health information?
Please contact the Cooke County Health Offices at (940)665-6397. They are located at 715 E. California.

Who do I contact about health issues outside of the City of Gainesville?
In Cooke County please contact Cooke County Environmental Health at (940) 665-5454. You may also contact the Department of State Health Services in Austin (512) 834-6753. Their website is http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/bfds/retail/Rfdemail.html

Where can I get/update my Certified Food Manager Training?
The Certified Food Manager Class is offered at various locations throughout the state. A course registry of the Certified Food Manager Accredited Training Programs is available for review and downloading at the Department of State Health Services web site http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/bfds/retail/training.html