Calhoun County Health Department

05/01/2026

State Employee Recognition Week is May 3-9. We thank our employees for making a difference in the lives of Alabamians every day by providing caring, quality services that impact everyone in the state.

05/01/2026

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month! With summer approaching, it is a great time to review how to protect yourself from ticks. Learn how to reduce your risk and properly remove a tick at alabamapublichealth.gov/tick/lyme-disease.html.

05/01/2026

Keep your family safe! Schedule your free car seat safety check at the Calhoun County Health Department on Thursday, May 7. Call Elizabeth Payne at 256-240-6628 to reserve your spot—appointments are limited!

04/30/2026

Are you seeking a fulfilling career in public health? Discover exciting job opportunities available at the Alabama Department of Public Health: alabamapublichealth.gov/employment/opportunities.html.

04/30/2026

Calling all Alabamians! We need your help to find out about the health problems and challenges in your community. Your voice can shape the future of services to Alabama's communities. It takes only 10 minutes of your time. Please fill out the survey at tinyurl.com/2f2uhny3. Deadline June 1.

04/29/2026

Concerned about measles? Add talking to your child’s doctor about the MMR vaccine to your appointment checklist. Learn more at alabamapublichealth.gov/immunization/measles.html.

04/28/2026

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer can happen in the tongue, throat, or tonsils. Learn the signs and how to prevent it at alabamapublichealth.gov/oralhealth/oral-cancer.html.

04/24/2026

State offices will be closed on Monday, April 27. The main office and all county health departments will open again on Tuesday, April 28.

04/24/2026

Do you want to help others by working in public health? You can connect with your local recruiter and explore your options: alabamapublichealth.gov/employment/recruiters.html.

04/24/2026

04/23/2026

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is tomorrow, April 25. It is a safe way to throw away old or unused medicine. Find a place near you at tinyurl.com/44vcr6e4.

04/23/2026

The CredibleMind Youth Landing Page is a safe and helpful website for kids ages 13–18 who need support with life's challenges. Learn more at alabama.crediblemind.com/landing/youth.