Ellis County Health Department

05/27/2026

May is Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) Month!

We are happy to share that Christina Morales has become a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST). She’s now trained to help make sure your little ones are riding as safely as possible. This certification involves extensive hands-on training and education, and we’re incredibly grateful for her willingness to gain these skills and share them with our community.

Car seat safety can be confusing, and every detail matters. Up to 71% of car seats are not used or installed correctly, so before you hit the road, check your car seat.

Whether you need help:
✔️ Installing a car seat
✔️ Checking if your current setup is correct
✔️ Making sure your child is in the right seat for their age/size
✔️ Learning best practices for safe travel

Give us a call to make an appointment with Christina at 785-628-9440.

To find a certified car seat technician in your area, visit http://www.safekids.org/car-seat-events.

05/24/2026

Thank you to Visit Hays for the invite, it was a great day for the Picnic in the Parc!

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Expecting a baby or know someone who is? These classes are a great way to learn about pregnancy, birth, and parenting while connecting with other parents and local community resources. We hope to see you there!

05/06/2026

Please plan on attending or share with other moms-to-be who may want to join as well!

05/05/2026

This made us smile today😂

05/05/2026

Stay aware, take simple precautions, and enjoy the outdoors safely!

05/04/2026

We had such a great time at the Science Festival this weekend!

Our public health trivia board game was a hit with kids (and adults too). It was fun watching everyone play, learn, and ask questions along the way.

It gave us a chance to talk about what public health really is, everything from vaccines and clean water to safety, nutrition, and helping our community stay healthy every day.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to roll..or toss...🫣the dice and chat with us. We were so happy to be part of such a fun event!
Hays Public Library Ellis County, KS RAISE Kansas

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!
Today is a good reminder that when we take care of our environment, we’re also taking care of our health.
The world around us affects the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Small choices really do make a difference.

Simple ways to help:
♻️ Cut back, reuse what you can, and recycle
🚰 Bring a reusable water bottle or bag
🚶‍♀️ Walk or bike when it works for you
🌳 Plant something; trees, flowers, or even a small garden
💡 Turn off lights and unplug things you’re not using

Why it matters for public health:
Cleaner air = healthier lungs
Safe water = fewer illnesses
Green spaces = better mental and physical health

It doesn’t have to be big to matter...every little step adds up!

Happy Earth Day 💚🌏💙

04/21/2026

We are excited to take part in the Science Festival again this year. It will be a weekend full of fun events, come and see us at the library on Sunday!