Ellis County Health Department

06/22/2026

We've gotten A LOT of rain recently and you know what that means, MOSQUITOES!!

Did you know? Female mosquitoes that carry diseases like dengue and West Nile, lay their eggs on the inner walls of water-filled containers, above the waterline.
Here's how you can help:
- Inspect your property and dump standing water
- Check for any areas where water may collect, such as bird baths, flower pots, tires, and buckets.
- Empty items that hold water at least once a week and dispose of old tires and unnecessary containers that can collect water.
- Fill any holes or depressions in your yard where water can accumulate.
- If water cannot be drained, treat with a larvicide, such as mosquito dunks.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

We’re hanging out at Big Creek Crossing today from 11:00-1:00pm for the Ellis County Community Resource Fair! Come check it out! Lots of fun games, giveaways and prizes!

06/04/2026

Come say hello and win a prize at the Ellis County Community Fair at Big Creek Crossing from 11-1 today (Thursday)!

06/04/2026

Thank you to the Hays Post for stopping by ECHD for a visit and for helping spread the word about tomorrow’s Community Resource Fair. We appreciate your support in connecting our community with the resources and organizations that make a difference, right here in Ellis County!

Community Resource Fair returns Thursday with health services

05/27/2026

We are happy to share that Christina Morales has become a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST). She’s now trained to help make sure your little ones are riding as safely as possible. This certification involves extensive hands-on training and education, and we’re incredibly grateful for her willingness to gain these skills and share them with our community.

Car seat safety can be confusing, and every detail matters. Up to 71% of car seats are not used or installed correctly, so before you hit the road, check your car seat.

Whether you need help:
✔️ Installing a car seat
✔️ Checking if your current setup is correct
✔️ Making sure your child is in the right seat for their age/size
✔️ Learning best practices for safe travel

Give us a call to make an appointment with Christina at 785-628-9440.

To find a certified car seat technician in your area, visit http://www.safekids.org/car-seat-events.

05/24/2026

Thank you to Visit Hays for the invite, it was a great day for the Picnic in the Parc!

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Expecting a baby or know someone who is? These classes are a great way to learn about pregnancy, birth, and parenting while connecting with other parents and local community resources. We hope to see you there!