Barren River District Health Department

Barren River District Health Department Local health departments proudly serving the Barren River District.

Our mission is to promote and protect the health of our community through the prevention of disease, injury, and disability. The Barren River District Health Department (BRDHD) is a public health agency and clinic located in Bowling Green Kentucky that serves 8 counties in the region, including: Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren counties.

Know the difference between heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke — it could save a life! 🥵 Symptoms of heat EXHAUSTION includ...
06/16/2026

Know the difference between heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke — it could save a life!

🥵 Symptoms of heat EXHAUSTION include — dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, weakness.
🥵 Symptoms of heat STROKE include — confusion, dizziness, unconsciousness.

If someone is experiencing exhaustion, move to a cooler area, loosen clothing, sip cool water and seek medical attention, if symptoms don't improve.

If someone is experiencing a heat stroke, call 911!

Learn more about heat-related illnesses — https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-stress/about/illnesses.html

Health Alert: Infant Formula RecallAll lots of Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula have been voluntarily recalled due ...
06/15/2026

Health Alert: Infant Formula Recall
All lots of Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula have been voluntarily recalled due to a potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination.
👉 If you have this product, stop using it immediately.
Watch for symptoms in infants, including:
• Poor feeding
• Weak crying
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Drooping eyelids
If your baby has consumed this product and is showing symptoms, contact your healthcare provider right away.
Products were sold nationally (including Target and online retailers).

Are you currently, or planning to, breastfeed your baby?! Storing your breastmilk will make it easier for when you're aw...
06/15/2026

Are you currently, or planning to, breastfeed your baby?! Storing your breastmilk will make it easier for when you're away from baby. 👶

Know the best way to store your breastmilk at room temperature, in the refrigerator, or freezer.

Our WIC program provides nutritional and breastfeeding support for clients! Learn more here — https://www.barrenriverhealth.org/services/wic-program

🌽🍅 Fresh produce season is here! 🍓🥒Stop by the Simpson County Farmers Market and visit Teana and Tammy to pick up your W...
06/13/2026

🌽🍅 Fresh produce season is here! 🍓🥒

Stop by the Simpson County Farmers Market and visit Teana and Tammy to pick up your WIC Farmers Market vouchers! 🎉

These vouchers can be used to purchase delicious, locally grown fruits and vegetables from participating vendors.

⏰ Don’t wait—we have a limited number available, and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Grab yours today and enjoy the best flavors of the season. 🌞🌽🍉



https://www.wbko.com/2026/06/10/wic-participants-can-use-30-benefit-area-farmers-markets/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASaOKNjbGNrBJemN2V4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUpZUEI0elJ4bzlJRkNtOU1zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeA5S-SXrqZw6C_Q-0ykPTU1LebWb01UtnvQOLTroiDPoIcotqup5RtGw7400_aem_q9MyIljpCjwS6VXfyUdnAQ

If you use a floor mattress for your baby, you can still practice ! 💤Practicing "Safe Sleep" helps reduce the risk of ...
06/13/2026

If you use a floor mattress for your baby, you can still practice ! 💤

Practicing "Safe Sleep" helps reduce the risk of suffocation or other sleep-related injury, or even Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

1. Always place baby on their back.
2. Use a firm mattress directly on the floor.
3. Keep it empty with no pillows, blankets or stuffed animals.
4. Move mattress away from walls, cords and heaters.

Learn more about safe sleep — https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/

06/12/2026

FDA is advising consumers not to eat, sell, or distribute recalled moringa powder dietary supplements sold under the Tnvitamins, Doctor’s Pride, and Mogo brands due to possible Salmonella contamination.

FDA has issued advisories for two Salmonella outbreaks linked to products containing moringa leaf powder.

Check your home and throw these recalled products away.

Learn more:

New Outbreak Advisory for recalled Mogo products: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-moringa-leaf-powder-may-2026

Updated Outbreak Advisory for recalled Tnvitamins and Doctor’s Pride products: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-moringa-leaf-powder-january-2026

Are you in need of a pregnancy test? Visit any of our clinics! 🤲Our nurses are trained to assist you if you need pregnan...
06/12/2026

Are you in need of a pregnancy test? Visit any of our clinics! 🤲

Our nurses are trained to assist you if you need pregnancy testing, immunizations, STD/HIV testing, and more.

Find a location near you: https://www.barrenriverhealth.org/contact

Please note that all Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren County Health Department clini...
06/12/2026

Please note that all Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren County Health Department clinics will be closed today, Friday, June 12, 2026, for a Clinic Branch Meeting.

During this time, all clinic services are unavailable, including:
• WIC
• STI services
• Immunizations
• And all other clinic services

After 12:00 PM, select clerical services will be available; however, clinic services will not be offered due to staff training.

Regular clinic operations will resume Monday, June 15th.

As your teen is home for the summer, encourage them to build healthy habits instead of va**ng. 🧠⚡️A few habits could inc...
06/12/2026

As your teen is home for the summer, encourage them to build healthy habits instead of va**ng. 🧠⚡️

A few habits could include going outside, doing breathing exercises, hanging out with positive influences/friends, journal or exercise/play a sport.

Want to quit? Start here ⬇️
American Lung Association — https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/i-want-to-quit
My Life My Quit — Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 https://ky.mylifemyquit.org/
Quit Now Kentucky — https://www.quitnowkentucky.org/

Please note that all Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren County Health Department clini...
06/11/2026

Please note that all Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren County Health Department clinics will be closed on Friday, June 12, 2026, for a Clinic Branch Meeting.

During this time, all clinic services will be unavailable, including:
• WIC
• STI services
• Immunizations
• And all other clinic services

After 12:00 PM, select clerical services will be available; however, clinic services will not be offered due to staff training.

Regular clinic operations will resume on Monday, June 15th.

Address

1109 State Street
Bowling Green, KY
42101

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12707818039

Website

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