Jessamine County Health Department

09/01/2026

988 Day is Tuesday, September 8. Join us in raising awareness by participating in a community-wide Walk, Talk, and Chalk event.

988 Day is for showing up and caring out loud. Mental health matters. And 988 provides judgment-free support 24/7. On 9/8, help spread the word that help is just three numbers away. Together, no one is alone.

📣 Spread the Word 📣
Share the attached graphics on social media, around your business or organization, and with your community partners.

🗓 Make a Plan 🗓
Coordinate a time to "Walk, Talk, and Chalk" with your co-workers, family, friends, or neighbors. Plan a walk in your neighborhood, at a local park, or around the block during your lunch break.

💕 Share the Hope 💕
Chalk positive messages during your walk to spread hope in Jessamine County. Spread the message even further - post, share, and check in on your socials with the hashtags and

If you or a loved one is having a mental health crisis, you can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help.

08/31/2026

Every year, Overdose 2 Action Day brings people together to remember those we’ve lost and to take action to save lives.

Overdose continues to affect our community. Yet it can be prevented. We know how to reduce risk and keep people safe. By speaking openly, learning from one another, and treating each other with care and respect, we build a community where fewer lives are lost.

08/29/2026

Health officials have identified potential measles exposures in Richmond and Olive Hill, Kentucky. An unvaccinated, out-of-state traveler visited several establishments in these communities on August 24, August 27, and August 28, 2026.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles. Immunization against measles comes through the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

If you believe you may have been exposed to measles:
-Check your immunity: Verify if you have received the MMR vaccine or have medical proof of immunity.

-Monitor yourself for symptoms: watch for high fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes, and a rash for 21 days following the exposure.

-Contact your health care provider: Call your doctor or the local health department immediately if you develop symptoms or have questions.

To learn more about measles, please visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx

08/25/2026

With school back in session, it's important to make sure your child is up to date on all of their vaccines. No changes have been made to Kentucky’s vaccine requirements for children to attend school or daycare, and childhood vaccines continue to be covered by insurance in accordance with state and federal law. Medical and religious exemptions are still allowed.

Decades of research show that routine childhood vaccines are safe and effective when given according to the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations. There is no new evidence to support changing the recommended immunization schedule for children.

Parents, can access your child's immunization records through the Kentucky Immunization Registry Public Portal at https://kyirpublicportal.ky.gov

For more information about recommended childhood vaccines, visit https://jessaminehealth.org/vaccines

08/24/2026

Our Mobile Harm Reduction Unit will be set up in Nicholasville this week at the following locations and times:

📍Dollar General in Edgewood Shopping Center
📆Tuesday, August 25
⏰12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

📍Med-Save Pharmacy Nicholasville
📆Wednesday, August 26
⏰12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Learn more about our mobile services at https://jessaminehealth.org/harm-reduction

08/18/2026

Putting your health first. 🩺 We are proud to expand our services to better serve our community! You can now book appointments for:✨ Women's Annual Exams & Pap Smears💊 Birth Control Options 🎀 Mammogram Referrals🔬 STI Testing for Men & Women. Take charge of your health today. Call us at 859-885-4149 to schedule.

08/18/2026

August is officially celebrated as National Breastfeeding Month

Hey Kentucky! Did you know August is National Breastfeeding Month? National Breastfeeding Month is a time to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding. Encouraging individuals and communities to educate, support and uplift breastfeeding families.
To learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/php/about/index.html

08/18/2026

Measles Identified in Kentucky

Kentucky health officials have confirmed an ongoing outbreak of measles in Kentucky. As of Aug. 17, 2026, there are confirmed cases in Christian, Todd, Trigg, and Washington Counties. This includes two people who have been hospitalized with measles.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health and local health departments are also investigating reports of measles in other counties.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health publishes updated county case counts each morning, Monday through Friday, at www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx.
Vaccination is the best protection from measles. The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe, effective, and widely available in Kentucky. To get the MMR vaccine, contact your doctor or other health care provider, or your local health department.

08/18/2026

08/18/26- PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: Potential Salmonella / Listeria Contamination

Recall 1: Kettle Cuisine Recalls Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit – Sold Exclusively at Walmart Stores Because of Possible Health Risk

Brand: Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit 14oz
Reason for Recall: May be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Affected States: The recalled product was distributed from 6/30/26 through 7/7/26 exclusively to select Walmart stores

Recall Source: Kettle Cuisine Recalls Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit – Sold Exclusively at Walmart Stores Because of Possible Health Risk | FDA

Recall 2: The Hampton Grocers, Inc . Recalls It’s 8 Ounce Packages of “Lacnola Lactation Granola” Because of Possible Health Risk
Brand: Lacnola Lactation Granola 8oz

Reason for Recall: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Affected States: Lacnola Lactation Granola was distributed nationwide through mail orders on thehamptongrocers.com, and other online retailers (Amazon) between October 21, 2025 and
August 12th, 2026.

Recall 3:L-Nutra Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in Prolon Brand Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread

Brand: Prolon brand Apulian Almond and Cocoa Spread
Reason for Recall: Contains undeclared cashew, pistachio, and hazelnut.
Affected States: The product was distributed via L-Nutra's e-commerce site, ProlonLife.com, either as a direct purchase or included in certain Prolon product bundles.
Distribution Dates/Lots: Recalled product can be identified as follows: Prolon brand Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread, packaged in 8.47oz (240g) glass jars with UPC 850040360530. The recalled lot is L2755, and the expiration date is January 2, 2027, which can be found on the jar cap, directly beneath the expiration date.
Recall Source: L-Nutra Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in Prolon Brand Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread | FDA

If you have questions or need to report an issue, please contact:
[email protected]

04/21/2026

Join us for a Lunch and Learn on creating an ADA-compliant, recovery-friendly workplace.

Learn practical strategies to navigate ADA requirements and build a workplace culture that supports employees in recovery.

April 24 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Jessamine County Health Department
Lunch provided | SHRM credit available

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9ur8Z1Cz-te3eW-JCLXPyS3Lzd0qHQ_NIpGjugPw-CEKfow/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawRUg99leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwb3JZd1VSZzMyOXVTb2twc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvWpV4dB3NvSSbNhVZm6Mkk3lhMyhrJeraaxe3g6v_tdzPXHs3RKCUJ4PYdL_aem_ysLzDLsosVepC7CjM7LWhA

Join the Kentucky Chamber Foundation for a Lunch and Learn on creating an ADA-compliant, recovery-friendly workplace.

Learn practical strategies to navigate ADA requirements and build a workplace culture that supports employees in recovery.

April 24 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Jessamine County Health Department
Lunch provided | SHRM credit available

Registration link in comments.