The best time to 'weather the storm' is before the storm! Plan ahead to make severe weather response quicker and easier, especially if you're an older adult. 👍

Learn more about getting prepared — ready.gov/older-adults

Are you in need of an onsite sewage evaluation? An installation permit? Plumbing inspection? We got you covered! 🤝

You can visit our environmental team during office hours 8AM to 9:30AM Mon-Fri, or call a location near you — barrenriverhealth.org/contact-us

Xylazine is a depressant that is commonly combined with illicitly manufactured fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and heroin.

If you're in need of xylazine or fentanyl testing strips, visit one of our SSP's on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays — barrenriverhealth.org/harm-reduction…

WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for parents and children under 5 years of age. WIC also helps mothers who are in need of breastfeeding assistance or maternal resources! 🍼

Interested in signing up? Learn more about our WIC program here — barrenriverhealth.org/wic-program

Get the immunizations that are just right for your baby! We offer immunizations for adults and children at each of our clinics. 🩹

Want to view an immunization schedule? — barrenriverhealth.org/immunizations
Schedule with us! — barrenriverhealth.org/contact-us

Barren River Health is here to help you define your health — including maternal assistance, immunizations, family enrichment, environmental safety, disaster preparedness and more.

We're in eight southern KY counties! Find a location near you ➡ barrenriverhealth.org/contact-us

Manage your #diabetes with fitness! Always start by talking to your doctor about the best level of physical activity you should engage in.✅

Learn more about managing your diabetes — diabetes.org/living-with-di…

TW: Signs of child abuse. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

Do you know the signs of abuse? Abuse is commonly physical, emotional or sexual and can be spotted in different behaviors or appearances.

If you suspect abuse near you, call the (877) 597-2331 or 911 in an emergency. 💙

We CARE about improving your child's dental health! Our dental team performs cleanings, screenings, fluoride varnishes, etc. mainly in school settings.

We CARE about helping you define your health! Learn more about our services at barrenriverhealth.org 🦷

If you're child is struggling with their mental health and using a vape to cope, talk with them about what's going on. If needed, seek professional help.

My Life My Quit — Text 'Start My Quit' to 36072 ky.mylifemyquit.org
Quit Now Kentucky — quitnowkentucky.org

Allergies, exercise, pollution and more could trigger an #asthma attack in your child.

If you spot these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. Learn more about childhood asthma — mayoclinic.org/diseases-condi…

Be a lifeline for someone who is in crisis or considering #suicide .
Call or text 988 or chat 988Lifeline.org You could save a life.

#988Lifeline

THIS SATURDAY! The Logan County Health Coalition is hosting a community baby shower at the Logan County Extension Office from 10AM to 11AM. Any expecting parents or parents of children under 6 months old are welcome. 🍼

Visit tinyurl.com/lcbabyshower to register!

A safe sleep surface is firm, flat and level ✅ This helps reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related deaths.

Want to know more about safe sleep for your baby? — safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

Don't be alarmed if you see SMOKE, the Fire Department and/or other Emergency Vehicles onsite this week. It's a SIMUTLATED Fire Training Drill.

National Prescription Drug Takeback Day
Saturday, April 27, from 10 AM to 2 PM CDT

The four (4) collection points in Warren County:
• Bowling Green Police Department
• Kentucky State Police, Post 3
• Greenwood High School
• Smiths Grove City Hall

Trust us, you're going to want to save this post. 🥩

Avoid food-related illness by cooking your meat to the proper temperature.

Learn more about practicing food safety in the kitchen — bit.ly/3uqHLMo

Our Syringe Services Program served 296 people in 2023. That's 296 people given harm reduction supplies and 296 people offered recovery information. 🤝

If you're looking for an SSP near you — barrenriverhealth.org/harm-reduction…

We're hiring for a variety of positions at our Warren County location! 🗣

Our full-time employees receive benefits such as working M-F 8AM to 4PM, paid time off, 11.5 paid holidays, health/vision/dental insurance and more!

Apply on our Indeed — indeed.com/cmp/Barren-Riv…

Figuring out your baby's hunger cues can be a challenge! Here are a few typical signs your baby is hungry. 💚

Our WIC program provides nutritional and maternal assistance to parents and their children younger than 5. Learn more — barrenriverhealth.org/wic-program