Johnson County Department of Health and Environment

09/14/2026

Su***de is preventable.

In Johnson County, it remains one of the leading causes of premature death — with a life lost every 5 days in 2024.

Together, we can raise awareness, support one another, and connect to help. If you or someone you know is struggling, call 📞 988 or reach out to Johnson County Mental Health. You are not alone.

09/12/2026

We are here today (Saturday, Sept. 12) until 3 p.m. at our Olathe walk-in clinic, 11875 S. Sunset Drive. Stop by and get your K-12 student up to date on vaccinations before the school exclusion deadline. Flu shots available too!

09/11/2026

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a harmful algae bloom WARNING for Frisco Lake, 1100 E Dennis Ave., Olathe, Kansas.

A warning means:
🚫 Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
🚫 Water contact should be avoided.
🎣 Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
🚫 Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
🧼 If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.

Two other lakes in Johnson County are also under a WATCH: Kingston Lake and Amesbury Lake in Overland Park. Precautions should be taken around these lakes: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/777/Harmful-Algal-Blooms

Gardner City Lake's WATCH has been lifted.

09/11/2026

Is your student behind on school vaccinations? We're hosting a vaccination clinic tomorrow (on Saturday!) to make it easy for busy parents/guardians to get their K-12 student caught up before school exclusion deadlines. Flu shots will also be available—no appointment needed.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 12
🕘 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 11875 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe

A parent or guardian must accompany each student.

More information, including what to bring: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/immunizations/catch-vaccination-clinics

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¿Tu estudiante está atrasado con sus vacunas escolares? ¡Mañana tendremos una clínica de vacunación en sábado! Los padres y tutores con horarios apretados pueden poner al día las vacunas de sus estudiantes de kínder a 12.º grado antes de las fechas límite de vacunación escolar.

También habrá vacunas contra la gripe disponibles. No se necesita cita.

📅 Sábado 12 de septiembre
🕘 De 9am a 3pm
📍 11875 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe

Un padre, madre o tutor debe acompañar a cada estudiante.

Más información, incluyendo qué llevar: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/immunizations/catch-vaccination-clinics

09/10/2026

¡Súbete la manga! 💪 Ya están disponibles las vacunas contra la gripe para personas de 6 meses en adelante en nuestra clínica sin cita de Olathe. No se necesita cita.

📍 11875 S. Sunset Dr., Olathe
🕗 Lunes a jueves: 8am–4pm
🕗 Viernes: 8am–2pm (cerrado el 11 de septiembre)

La clínica está cerrada el segundo viernes de cada mes por capacitación del personal (incluido este viernes 11 de septiembre).

Más información: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/respiratory-illness-guidance/flu-shots

09/10/2026

September is National Preparedness Month, and this month's Community Health e-newsletter includes tips to help you prepare for emergencies on a budget.

Preparedness also means staying up to date on recommended vaccinations that protect you from vaccine-preventable diseases and respiratory illnesses, such as RSV, flu and COVID-19. Get information about our walk-in immunization clinic in Olathe and our Saturday, Sept. 12 clinic for K-12 students.

Subscribe here to get this newsletter delivered to your inbox monthly ➡ https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/Uq9SBch

The latest Community Health e-newsletter hit inboxes today! 📧

Take a look ➡️ conta.cc/4ctDieU

🎒 Build your emergency kit before you need it
💉 Catch up on school vaccines this Saturday
❤️ Find your reasons to stay: Su***de Prevention Month

09/10/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling, your reason is reason enough. Call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline anytime, 24/7.

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Su***de prevention starts with connection. A conversation. A check-in. Making space for someone to say they’re struggling and reminding them they don’t have to carry it alone.

This year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Su***de,” calls on all of us to move away from silence and stigma and toward openness, understanding and support.

You don’t need the perfect words to reach out. Ask how someone is really doing. Listen without judgment. Remind them that they matter. Help them connect with support when they need it.

And if you’re the one struggling today, your reason is reason enough. Call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline anytime, 24/7.

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09/09/2026

Roll up your sleeve! Flu shots have arrived for those aged 6 months and older at our Olathe walk-in clinic. No appointment needed. 💪

📍 11875 S. Sunset Dr., Olathe
🕗 Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
🕗 Friday: 8 a.m.–2 p.m. (closed Sept. 11)

The clinic is closed on the second Friday of each month for staff training (that includes this Friday, Sept 11).

Learn more: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/respiratory-illness-guidance/flu-shots

09/08/2026

September 8th is . Join us in raising awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and reminding people that support is available. This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," is a reminder that you don't have to be in crisis to reach out.

Whatever your reason, call or text 988. Support is available 24/7: https://988lifeline.org/

09/08/2026

As teens start forming deeper friendships and dating relationships, it’s important they understand what respect, trust, and healthy boundaries look like.

Green Flags Only: A Real-World Guide to Healthy Relationships helps teens ages 15–18 learn how to recognize the behaviors that make relationships feel safe and supportive. This interactive class provides practical tools teens can use in friendships, dating and everyday connections.

Register at tinyurl.com/GreenFlagsSept

Spots are limited, so register today!