Taking any kind of pills that are not prescribed by your doctor can be a life-threatening gamble. This is primarily due to fentanyl, a deadly opioid being used to make counterfeit pills, when the buyer has no idea what they’re getting. youtu.be/YVZEjrBoSkE

❗ Beginning in August 2023, WIC will be returning to in-person appointments. Some remote options will continue. For more information about these changes, please reach out to your local health center.

Vaccine-preventable diseases can impact us throughout our lifetime. From childhood through adulthood, routine immunizations can help prevent life-threatening illnesses. Talk to your doctor about any vaccinations you may need. #LoveYourNeighbor

Don’t let mosquito bites make your family sick! Protect yourself and loved ones by following these mosquito bite prevention tips. #MosquitoAwarenessWeek #SummerSafety

Today is National HIV Testing Day. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. Confidential HIV testing is available by appointment at each of our county health centers. Same-day appointments may be available. Reach out to your county health center for more info.

July is the peak month for grill fires. Whether you’re planning to prepare dinner on the grill or inviting friends over this weekend for a cookout, review these safety tips from the NFPA before you get started: youtu.be/-AYBZzLDO04

PRESS RELEASE: ⚠️ Air Quality June 28, 2023 Kentucky is now one of the states under an air quality alert due to wildfire smoke from Canada: bit.ly/3NxpCly

Each day, you can find out what the air quality is like by checking the Air Quality Index (AQI) for where you live. 💨 The AQI is available here: airnow.gov 💬 You can also sign-up for email and text alerts here: enviroflash.info/signup.cfm

⚠️ Air Quality Index (AQI) for the Lincoln Trail District 🔴 Unhealthy as of 12pm EST, 6/28/23 As of 12pm EST, the AQI is showing 🔴 Unhealthy levels of air pollution in all six counties served by Lincoln Trail District Health Department: bit.ly/3r7FcwV

Stay #AirAware by visiting airnow.gov and entering your zip code for the latest air quality information.

.NWS Louisville is predicting extremely hot weather for the end of the week. The current outlook is for highs in the 90s across the region and heat indices in the low 100s: bit.ly/3pjS8PO #KYwx #ExtremeHeat #HeatAdvisory

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public firework show put on by professionals. Before the holiday weekend, consider these firework safety tips and more from the American Red Cross: rdcrss.org/3w5cObw #FireworkSafety

It’s Child Passenger Safety Week, Kentucky: make sure your kids are in the right car seat for their age and size. #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek #TheRightSeat

#DYK: All 50 states have laws that require the use of a car seat. For more information visit jpma.org/page/bsm_safet…. #JPMABSM #BabySafety

Child Passenger Safety Week is the perfect time to make sure your child is in the right seat and that it’s installed correctly. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat for tips to keep your child as safe as possible in the car. #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek #TheRightSeat

Feeling under the weather isn’t fun for anyone, especially little ones. 🤒 Getting the flu vaccine can help build immunity against the flu and reduce the risk of serious flu complications for anyone who does catch the virus. #FightFlu #BuildImmunity #ProtectOurCommunity

This Suicide Prevention Month, the #988Lifeline is here to support you. No matter what you are going through, we can help. We are here for you. Talk, text, or chat with us. Connect with a trained crisis counselor who is ready to support you. #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention

Your brain is still developing, which makes it easier to get addicted faster. 🧠 Addiction can cost you a lot of time, money, and possibly your life. 📱 Free, confidential support is available by calling the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.

‼️ Reminder: WIC Farmer’s Market benefits expire Saturday, September 30! If you still have benefits left to use, make a plan to take the kids to the market to pick up fresh fruits and veggies this week. 🍓🧑🏽‍🌾🌽 #wic #wicyougotthis #farmersmarket