Garrard County Health Department

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

A multi-day heat event is expected to cause a major heat risk to our area by next week. The chance for major heat risk occurring by Wednesday is over 80%. What does major heat risk mean? It means anyone without effective cooling or hydration will be susceptible to heat illness! Stay hydrated and beat the heat.

08/27/2026

08/20/2026

RECALLED: Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream voluntarily recalled multiple flavors of the frozen fruit treat from select batches with best-before dates ranging from June 2027 to November 2027, according to a company news release.

08/20/2026

A comprehensive plan is the first step to preparing your family for emergencies.

That includes preparing a 'Go-Kit' of non-perishable foodstuffs and supplies.

Click here to learn how to build your list(s):

https://www.kyem.ky.gov/inside-kyem/news-and-public-information/newsroom/build-an-emergency-kit

08/20/2026

Parents — developing your child's road safety smarts starts with you. With school back in session, here are some tips to guide you. ⤵️

08/18/2026

Come see us to get your animals up to date on their rabies vaccine! 🐕🐈

08/17/2026

As a new school year gets underway, let's remember that keeping our kids safe takes all of us — whether we're walking, biking, driving or riding the bus. ❤️

Check out these quick reminders for a SAFE start to the school year. 👇

07/29/2026

School will be back in session soon! 🚌

Let's make safety a top priority by knowing the rules of the road. Drivers need to know how a new Kentucky law (KRS 189.370) impacts what they should do if they see a bus with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm:

• When this occurs on a road with more than two lanes that doesn't have a raised or unpaved median, traffic in all directions and lanes must stop.

• The only exception to this law is on a four-lane or more road that includes a raised or unpaved median. In this instance, traffic opposite to the extended stop arm may proceed.

The Kentucky State Police's top priority is keeping everyone safe at school, work, home and on the road.

07/16/2026

Here are some simple facts about everyday food habits that can help you keep safe from preventable foodborne diseases.