Barton County Health Department

05/01/2026

Exercise comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be a walk around your neighborhood, a quick workout or playing with your kids. The movement is all that matters.

Tips for staying active: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/exercise-and-physical-activity/tips-getting-and-staying-active-you-age

04/30/2026

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04/30/2026

04/28/2026

You are important. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 for immediate support. This free and confidential service is available 24/7.

For more resources: https://kansaspreventioncollaborative.org/get-help/

04/27/2026

🐝 It’s Community Baby Shower Week! 🐝We’re excited to be part of the Barton County Community Baby Shower in Hoisington!📣 Please note:The Barton County Health Department will close early at 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 30 so our team can provide services at this special event.Join us from 4:00–6:30 PM for an evening full of resources, education, and family fun!💛 We can’t wait to see you there!

04/27/2026

Type 2 diabetes, the most common type of diabetes, can lead to serious health complications if left unmanaged. Help manage your diabetes by healthy eating, physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight. Early management can make all the difference.

Manage your diabetes: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/877/Manage-Your-Type-2-Diabetes

04/26/2026

04/23/2026

Saturday we are hosting a Bicycle Safety Rodeo. This event is for children ages 5 to 12. Parent or guardian must complete registration form available on site or at the Barton County Health Department. Children should bring their bike and a helmet. A helmet is required to participate. A limited number of bike helmets are available.

04/22/2026

April showers may bring May flowers, but they also bring the need for spring safety and preparedness.

Check out these weather preparedness tips: https://www.weather.gov/safety/thunderstorm-prepare

04/20/2026

Everyone experiences stress on occasion, but long-term stress can lead to worsening health problems.

Stress reduction tips: https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/living-with/

04/18/2026

Healthy eating means increasing intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy and protein while limiting intake of added sugar, saturated fat and sodium.

Helpful tips: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/features/healthy-eating-tips.html