Dubois County Health Department - Indiana

04/10/2026

🏍️ ATV Safety Training for Youth 🏍️

The Dubois County Health Department is excited to partner with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Forest Park FFA Chapter to offer a FREE ATV Safety Training Course for local youth!

📅 June 20, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Ferdinand Community Center (1710 Community Dr., Ferdinand)

This course is open to Dubois County youth ages 6–18 and will cover important topics like:
✔️ Indiana ATV laws
✔️ Safe vehicle operation
✔️ General safety tips

🎉 Bonus: Participants who complete the course will receive a FREE ATV helmet!

⚠️ Space is limited and registration is required by June 15. Call 812-481-7050 ext. 7163 or visit https://forms.office.com/r/yDP6kwq9m5 to reserve your spot.

Help your child stay safe while having fun this summer—sign up today!

04/10/2026

⚠️Recall Alert: Important Safety Notice for Select Graco® SnugRide® Turn & Slide Products

This recall affects a limited number of SnugRide Turn & Slide products sold in the United States from January 2026 through March 2026 at Amazon, Babylist, Target, Walmart and on GracoBaby.com. No other Graco rotating car seats are affected, including EasyTurn and Turn2Me. No other SnugRide models are affected.

See more information here: https://recalls.gracobaby.com/

04/09/2026

Our talented team members at the Dubois County Health Department are excited to complete our shoe designed to help build awareness of preventing sexual violence.

Thank you to Supporting Education, Connection Inc. and Southwestern Indiana Child Advocacy Center Coalition for allowing us to participate in such a worthy cause ❤

04/08/2026

🩸 Today’s the Day! 🩸

Our American Red Cross Blood Drive is happening TODAY from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Dubois County Health Department!

There’s still time to roll up your sleeve and make a lifesaving difference. Just one donation can help save up to THREE lives ❤️

📍 1187 S. St. Charles Street, Jasper
⏰ Now until 2:00 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome as time allows—stop by when it works for you!

Give blood. Help patients in need. Be a hero in your community. 💪🩸

04/07/2026

🚨 Reminder: Blood Drive Tomorrow! 🚨

Join us tomorrow, April 8 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Dubois County Health Department to make a lifesaving difference in our community!

Every blood donation can help save up to THREE lives ❤️—and the need is constant. This is a simple way to give back and support patients who rely on blood every day.

📍 Location: 1187 S. St. Charles Street, Jasper
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged to reduce wait times—visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=DCHD or call 812-481-7050 to reserve your spot. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows!

Help us make an impact. Donate blood. Save lives. 💪🩸

04/03/2026

Reminder: The Dubois County Health Department is closed for Spring Holiday, today on Friday, April 3, 2026.
We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Questions? We're here to help! Call us at 812-481-7050

04/02/2026

Give the gift of life—donate blood ❤️

We are excited to once again partner with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Every donation can help save multiple lives, and the need for blood is constant. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your contribution makes a real difference in our community.

🩸 Appointment encouraged to help reduce wait times
🩸 Walk-ins welcome as space allows

Help us make an impact—schedule your appointment today and be a hero for someone in need!

To schedule your appointment: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=DCHD

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

🚶‍♀️🌿 Get Ready for National Walking Day! 🌿🚶‍♂️

Tomorrow, April 1, is National Walking Day—a perfect reminder that small steps can make a big impact on your health! 💙

Walking is one of the easiest ways to stay active. It can help reduce your risk of chronic disease, improve your mood, and boost your overall well-being.

👟 Plan your walk for tomorrow
👟 Invite a friend, family member, or coworker to join you
👟 Pick your favorite place to get moving

Join the Dubois County Health Department as we celebrate by getting out and walking together!

Let’s get ready to step into better health—one walk at a time! 🌞

03/30/2026

Note: The Dubois County Health Department is closed for Spring Holiday, on Friday, April 3, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Questions? We're here to help! Call us at 812-481-7050

03/27/2026

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits in Dubois County? And 1 in 4 older adults falls each year—but many of these falls are preventable.

The Dubois County Health Department is here to help with the STEADI Program 💙

STEADI is a FREE, one-time consultation with a trained healthcare professional designed to help you stay safe and independent. During your visit, we will:

✔️ Complete a fall risk screening
✔️ Identify habits that may increase your risk of falling
✔️ Review potential fall hazards in your home
✔️ Provide simple, personalized strategies to reduce your risk

This quick consultation can make a big difference in helping you or a loved one prevent falls before they happen.

To learn more or schedule your appointment today:
📞 Call 812-481-7050
🌐 Visit www.duboiscountyin.org

Stay steady. Stay safe. Stay independent.