People connect with the #988Lifeline for countless reasons. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org to reach a skilled, compassionate counselor who is ready to listen and provide support.

If you approach a flooded road, path, or walkway follow this rule: Turn Around, Don’t Drown® #FloodSafety

It is possible to live a healthy and productive life. If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol use or misuse, free and confidential support is available at samhsa.gov/find-help #RecoveryIsPossible #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

El golpe de calor es una de las principales causas de muerte vehicular no relacionada con choques en niños de 14 años o menos. Son más vulnerables porque su temperatura corporal sube de tres a cinco veces más rápido que la de un adulto.

Hot car deaths are the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related deaths for children 14 and younger. Children are at a higher risk than adults of dying from heatstroke in a hot vehicle because their body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s.

Please be advised that all Bell County Public Health District offices and clinics will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. We will be back to serve you on Monday, April 21, 2025. #BetterTogether #BCPH #BellCounty

Clean out your medicine cabinets and turn in unneeded medication - disposing of it safely and anonymously!

Prevention works. Get the tools and resources to help start the conversations with youth about the importance of alcohol avoidance and other healthy lifestyle choices. Get started with SAMHSA's “Talk. They Hear You.” samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear… #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

The Texas Children's Museum & Bell County Comic Con are hosting 'Free Comic Book Day' on Saturday May 3, 2025 at the Temple Public Library. All ages welcome for crafts, activities, and free comics!

Know #SevereWxPrep terms. Watches=severe weather is possible. Warnings=severe conditions have begun or will begin soon. #BeInformed

Severe thunderstorms are expected in central Texas this afternoon into tonight. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats. Heavy to excessive rainfall may produce areas of flooding today and tonight in central Texas. Stay safe!!!

When thunder roars, go indoors! Move from outdoors into a building or car with a roof. Pay attention to alerts and warnings. Avoid using electronic devices connected to an electrical outlet. Avoid running water. Do NOT drive through flooded roadways.

Even a small amount of floodwater can hide dangers such as road collapse and debris. #TurnAroundDontDrown #FloodSafety #SevereWxPrep

All Bell County Public Health District offices and clinics will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. We will be back to serve you on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Please plan your visits accordingly. #BCPH #BellCounty #BetterTogether

LOCAL COOLING CENTERS: Feed My Sheep (116 W Avenue G) · Wednesday: 9 AM – 5 PM · Thursday – Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM Temple Public Library (100 W Adams Ave) · Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM · Friday – Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM · Sunday: 1 PM – 6 PM These sites are not shelters.

Bell County Public Health District offices and clinics will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. We will be back to serve you on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. #BCPH #BellCounty #BetterTogether

Work out while you work! 🤯 If you can’t find time to be active before or after work, try adding exercise snacks onto your daily schedule to move more, reduce stress, and release tension from the daily grind. #WellbeingWorksBetter

The Bell County Public Health District announces the temporary closure of the Temple Clinic located at 820 N. 31st St, Temple, TX 76504 beginning June 2, 2025. To learn more about this closure please visit our website➡️ loom.ly/ImsPDhE.

BCPH is currently investigating the first confirmed case of measles case. Talk to your healthcare provider about your vaccination status and where to get the MMR vaccine.

Bell County Public Health District (BCPH) announces the first confirmed case of measles. Measles can cause serious illness in all age groups. BCPH provides the MMR vaccine to people who meet the eligibility criteria for the Texas Vaccines for Children Program.