Cabell-Huntington Health Dept

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The annual Military and Veterans' Appreciation Picnic was held Saturday, May 30, at Huntington's Harris Riverfront Park,...
06/02/2026

The annual Military and Veterans' Appreciation Picnic was held Saturday, May 30, at Huntington's Harris Riverfront Park, bringing together more than 1,000 attendees for a day of recognition, fellowship, and community support.

Cabell-Huntington Health Department is proud to participate in this special event each year. CHHD's Jodi Johnson, along with Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) volunteers Joe Reckard and Jan Gossett, provided blood pressure screenings and shared valuable health information with attendees from our Care-a-Van mobile unit.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our veterans, active-duty military members, and their families, and we thank everyone who helped make this year's event a success. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Here are last weeks inspections. We’re committed to keeping our community safe and informed—check out the most recent re...
06/02/2026

Here are last weeks inspections. We’re committed to keeping our community safe and informed—check out the most recent reports on local establishments.

Regional Epidemiologist Alyssa Reed and Director of Epidemiology Liz Chambers are attending the CSTE (Council for State ...
06/02/2026

Regional Epidemiologist Alyssa Reed and Director of Epidemiology Liz Chambers are attending the CSTE (Council for State and Territorial Epidemiologists) Conference in Boston this week. They are joining with more than 2,400 other public health epidemiologists from across the country, providing them with the opportunity to connect with colleagues and exchange expertise in epidemiology.

Each week, the Cabell-Huntington Health Department offers a short, practical tip for emergency preparedness.This week's ...
06/02/2026

Each week, the Cabell-Huntington Health Department offers a short, practical tip for emergency preparedness.

This week's TP Tip ---

Prepare for severe weather by securing outdoor items and reviewing shelter options.

https://www.ready.gov/severe-weather

For many to***co users, it may take 30 or more quit attempts before finding lasting success.But there are steps you can ...
06/01/2026

For many to***co users, it may take 30 or more quit attempts before finding lasting success.

But there are steps you can take along the way to improve your chances of quitting; one of which is to focus your energy on the reasons why you are quitting. This Monday, make a list of the motivating factors that are driving you to quit smoking.

Read more here: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/quit-stay-quit/take-moment-get-motivated-monday

Cabell-Huntington Health Department conducted its May All-Staff Meeting this past Thursday, featuring an inspiring prese...
05/29/2026

Cabell-Huntington Health Department conducted its May All-Staff Meeting this past Thursday, featuring an inspiring presentation from Marshall Health Network President and CEO, Scott Raynes.

A native of Oak Hill, West Virginia, Mr. Raynes shared his remarkable full-circle journey in healthcare leadership and his opportunity to return home to lead Marshall Health Network. He also provided an overview of exciting developments within the organization, along with important insight into some of the challenges facing today’s healthcare industry.

Staff also received several departmental updates during the meeting. Casey Napier highlighted the continued progress of our Health and Wellness Garden and upcoming June opportunities, while Tim Hazelett shared a thoughtful leadership lesson on what the Chick-fil-A cows and our department have in common.

We were also honored to hear reflections from our retiring Director of Nursing, Kathleen Napier, as she looked back on 29 years of dedicated service to our agency and community. We thank Kathleen for her incredible commitment to public health and wish her all the best in retirement!

The celebration continued today at Cabell-Huntington Health Department as we honored our Director of Nursing, Kathleen N...
05/29/2026

The celebration continued today at Cabell-Huntington Health Department as we honored our Director of Nursing, Kathleen Napier, on her retirement after 29 years of dedicated service to public health.

Family members joined alongside her CHHD family to celebrate a career marked by compassion, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our community. Kathleen’s impact on our agency and the countless lives she has touched over the years will not be forgotten.

We thank Kathleen for her years of service and wish her and her family the happiest of days ahead as they begin this exciting new chapter! ❤️

Today, we proudly salute Kathleeen Napier, Director of Nursing, on her retirement after nearly 29 years of dedicated ser...
05/29/2026

Today, we proudly salute Kathleeen Napier, Director of Nursing, on her retirement after nearly 29 years of dedicated service to our department.

From leading clinical programs and emergency response efforts to guiding our community through Hepatitis A, HIV, and COVID-19 outbreaks, Kathleen’s compassion, leadership, and commitment to public health have made a lasting impact on countless lives throughout the Tri-State region.

Thank you, Kathleen, for your unwavering dedication, hard work, and heart for service. Your CHHD family wishes you the very best in this next chapter — you will truly be missed! 💚

More than 30 community members joined the Cabell-Huntington Health Department for our Community Threat Preparedness Summ...
05/28/2026

More than 30 community members joined the Cabell-Huntington Health Department for our Community Threat Preparedness Summit at the Marie Redd Senior Center. The event brought together local first responders and emergency leaders to share valuable information on how residents can better prepare for emergencies and community threats.

Our outstanding panel included Tony Edwards from the National Weather Service; Ted Grant and Nazim Abbess from Cabell County 911/Emergency Management; Cabell County Sheriff Doug Adams; Cabell County EMS Director Veronica Swope; Huntington Fire Chief Greg Fuller; and Deputy Chief Brian Grieco. Panelists discussed the important work of their agencies and provided practical preparedness tips to help keep our community safe.

We appreciate our panelists, everyone who attended, and the Cabell County Community Services Organization (CCCSO) for helping make this important community event a success. Working together, we can improve preparedness and strengthen our community response capabilities.

Ticks are no joke and neither is Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Please stay educated on tick prevention and efficient ways to check...
05/28/2026

Ticks are no joke and neither is Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Please stay educated on tick prevention and efficient ways to check yourself for unwanted visitors!

For more information, visit https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/index.html

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Huntington, WV
25701

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