Powell County Health Department

09/04/2026

Pursuant to KRS 212.020 and KRS 212.640, the Powell County Board of Health is accepting nominations from the following fields to serve: nurse, engineer, optometrist, veterinarian and lay person appointee. Nominations are collected until October 31, 2026. The next two-year term begins January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2028.
Interested parties may apply online:

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09/03/2026

09/02/2026

Strength doesn't always look like pushing through. Sometimes it's resting. Sometimes it's asking for help. Sometimes it's just making it to tomorrow.

Whatever today looks like for you, you're doing enough. 💜

09/01/2026

‼️IMPORTANT UPDATE--RESCHEDULED DATE‼️

Due to the extreme heat that is forecasted this week, we will reschedule the Community Health Night to Thursday, October 1st.

08/31/2026

Farmers Market today until 5 pm!

08/30/2026

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

08/27/2026

Make sure you mark your calendars for two great events next week!

Monday, 8/31:
Local farmers will be on-site here at the Health Department from 2-5 pm so our WIC participants can use their benefits.

AND

Thursday, 9/3:
Join us, along with our community partners, at the Stanton City Park from 5:30 - 7:00 pm for our 5th Annual Community Health Night.

08/24/2026

Come join us and discover how healthy snacks and good bedtime habits can help you feel better, sleep well and have more energy!