Is your child current on all school immunizations? Call us at 731-423-3020 to schedule an appt or request your child's shot records. Kids who receive their immunizations can receive a free basketball! #NeverMissAShot

Children of #SNAP, #TennCare, and Families First (#TANF) participants are automatically enrolled in Summer EBT in Tennessee. If your child qualified for the 2023/24 #NSLP, this nutrition assistance program could be an option. Learn more today: TN.Gov/SummerEBT.

Food Safety Class for food industry workers June 11. Starts at 9 a.m. in the conference room. #FoodSafety

As temperatures heat up, a reminder to stay safe from extreme heat this summer! Pace yourself in hot weather. Drink more water than usual. Check local news for extreme heat alerts. And keep an eye on young children, older adults, outdoor workers and athletes.

We have an opening for an Environmental Health Specialist. This position will work mainly with our groundwater program. Knowledge of soils is a plus! A full job description is available at bit.ly/3XR2O4h

The Health Department will be CLOSED tomorrow (6/19) in observance of Juneteenth. Solid Waste Convenience Centers will be OPEN.

Tennessee’s G.I.F.T.S. program is now available in Madison County. G.I.F.T.S. provides support and counseling for pregnant and postpartum women who want to #quitsmoking. Earn up to $300 in rewards upon program completion. Call for details 731-423-3020

Syphilis cases are at their highest levels since the 1950s. Cases increased by nearly 80% between 2018 and 2022. Men and women of all age groups are at risk, including newborns. Know the risks, symptoms, and how to protect yourself from syphilis. madisoncountytn.gov/189/STD-Control

Another job opening here at the Health Department. If you are a multitasker with excellent communication skills and a friendly manner, check out this opportunity. bit.ly/4ekoLBs

National #HIVTestingDay is June 27. No matter how you test, no matter your test results, you can take the next step for your health. Learn more about HIV testing options: bit.ly/3LVPmav. #StopHIVTogether For confidential testing appointments: 731-423-3020

We will be CLOSED for Independence Day. All Solid Waste Convenience Centers will also be CLOSED. Happy 4th!! Madison County TN

#TennCare has a new benefit! Children under 2 who are covered by TennCare or CoverKids can now receive up to 100 diapers per month at no cost! Find more info at TN.gov/TennCare/diape….

We have an opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse. Accepting applications through August 13. More details: bit.ly/3WvdZA4 #NurseLife #nursejobs Madison County TN

The Madison County Opioid Committee is now accepting applications to fund projects that will prevent opioid misuse, support those affected by addiction and promote long-term recovery. Applications and requirements to receive funding can be found at madisoncountytn.gov/706/Opioid-Com….

For those interested in applying for the Madison Co. Opioid Abatement grants, mark your calendars for this Grant Workshop. More details available at madisoncountytn.gov/706/Opioid-Com…

CDC recommends that adults 50 years and older get two doses of the #shingles vaccine to prevent shingles and the complications from the disease. madisoncountytn.gov/194/Vaccines

Our Health Educators offer free classes to all ages to help participants improve health, wellness and quality of life. If you would like to schedule a class for your group or organization, call 731-423-3020. madisoncountytn.gov/177/Health-Pro…

Need a TB Test for school or work? We offer TB skin tests to meet school and employment requirements. Call 731-423-3020 for an appointment. madisoncountytn.gov/190/Tuberculos…

The most up-to-date COVID cases by county or region can be found here: tn.gov/health/cedep/n… If you test positive for COVID, current recommendations are to stay home and away from others until you have been fever free for at least 24 hours and your symptoms are improving.

The 2024 updated #COVID vaccine has been approved by FDA and will be available this fall. We will have the updated vaccine here at the Health Department. However, at this time, we are unsure of the exact date doses will be available. We will update you as we know more.