Woodford County Health Department KY

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

We are HIRING!!
Apply at:
https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CHFS/job/Substance-Use-Disorder-Support-Specialist_JR-10001250
Deadline is: 06/30/2026

05/27/2026

“Between May 21, 2026 and May 27, 2026, 33 nonfatal, and 1 fatal, suspected drug overdose emergency medical service
(EMS) encounters were reported in Fayette County through ODMAP (Overdose Detection Mapping Application System),
which represents an unusually high number of suspected nonfatal drug overdose encounters in this period. As a result,
people who use drugs in or around this area should take caution to protect themselves.
ODMAP is used to monitor suspected drug overdose encounters in EMS data to identify possible clusters of drug
overdoses in Kentucky. Drug overdose alerts are generated when a county shows an unusual increase in nonfatal drug
overdose-related EMS encounters in a 24-hour period.”

05/21/2026

Planning your menu for Memorial Day? Here are some food safety tips for preparing popular dishes.
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/steps-keep-food-safe

05/21/2026

Congratulations to our nurse, Edie Flora!!! She received the distinguished nurse award at the annual public health nurse conference!!! We are proud of her dedication to better the lives of our citizens!!!

05/20/2026

Our staff thoroughly enjoyed and gained valuable insights at the United Way Women's Summit today. So thankful for our partnership!

05/18/2026

Please Join Us Tomorrow at the Woodford Senior Center

05/17/2026

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is a vital resource for teens in emotional distress. It is available 24/7 and offers free, confidential support. Teens can reach out by calling or texting 988 . Learn more at 988lifeline.org. Join the campaign. Visit OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov

05/17/2026

The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) has confirmed an increase in a rare type of pediatric brain cancer, DIPG/DMG, in Eastern Kentucky. Experts have found 10 cases of DIPG/DMG in young people in the region since 2024. This type of cancer is very rare, and normally, Kentucky only sees two to three cases among young people each year statewide. There are currently no known causes or risk factors for DIPG/DMG.

KDPH is working with the Kentucky Cancer Registry, the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund, local health departments, and other partners to share information and resources.

Team Kentucky remains committed to supporting affected families and advancing research to find a cure. Pediatric cancer research in Kentucky is partially funded by the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund, which is administered by KDPH. Since 2020, Team Kentucky has invested more than $45 million in the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund, including more than $9.6 million in research on DIPG/DMG and other pediatric brain and central nervous system cancers since July of 2024.
More information about DIPG/DMG, including resources for affected families, is available at DIPG.org.

05/14/2026

If public health calls- your answer matters!
Protect yourself and those around you! 🫶🏼