Boyle County Health Department

05/20/2026

Recently the Kentucky Child Fatality and Near Fatality External Review Panel reviewed a critical area in our communities risk data regarding pediatric ingestion, protecting small children from the dangers of accidental THC consumption.

THC products, which can often look like regular treats or candies, can be very dangerous to children. Educating caregivers, prescribers, retailers, and consumers about these risks is very important regarding storage and keeping our children safe in our community. We will have posters for our community to display in local businesses, retail stores, and any family gathering areas to raise awareness for pediatric ingestion risk of accidental THC consumption.

05/11/2026

The HANDS program (Health Access Nurturing Development Services), which provides home visiting services prenatally to the third birthday, needs your input! The HANDS program wants to learn more about awareness and perceptions of the program’s services by others in the community. If you are affiliated with an organization that serves pregnant women, children, or families with young children, please consider taking 5 minutes to complete this brief survey (link: https://redcap.link/HANDS-Partner-Survey).

The survey link will be active until May 29, 2026. If you have questions, please contact [email protected].

This survey should take less than 5 minutes to complete and will provide valuable information about your awareness and perceptions of the HANDS program's services. If you have questions, please contact [email protected].

05/04/2026

Safe sleep saves lives 💜

When it’s time for baby to rest, remember: keep the crib clear.
🚫 No pillows
🚫 No blankets
🚫 No toys or stuffed animals

A bare sleep space helps reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths—keeping your little one safer every time they sleep.

Keep it bare. Keep it safe. Keep it simple. 💤

Learn more about safe sleep practices: safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

📢 Open Enrollment – Boyle County Head Start!

Join us for our Open Enrollment Event for the 2026–2027 school year!

✨ Returning families can complete enrollment
✨ New families can apply and get a decision on the spot

04/22/2026

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