Lawrence County Health Department

09/28/2025

Jana Coonce was recently recognized for her outstanding work managing the front office—always handling everything smoothly, keeping a positive attitude, and sharing smiles with both our team and clients.

09/27/2025

Debbie Battleson was recently recognized for all of her above and beyond efforts on Healthy Kids Day! Congratulations, Debbie! Congratulations on celebrating 30 years at the LCHD!

09/26/2025

We're excited to be a part of the Knox County Chamber Of Commerce!

09/24/2025

Join us at our annual Drive-Thru Flu Vaccination Clinic on October 2!

09/23/2025

It's almost October, and you know what that means...pink everything! Help celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month by purchasing an LCHD shirt. All proceeds will go to the Lawrence County Cancer Resource Center.

Please download the order form at the following link and bring it to the LCHD Main Office. Our address is 2101 James Street in Lawrenceville. Order forms are also available at the LCHD.

T shirt order form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uN2Xoq-IspSlh8NvOnpOmLL9vTAI0SGt/view?usp=sharing

09/23/2025

Infant mortality is the death of an infant before his or her first birthday. The infant mortality rate (IMR) reflects the health and well-being of a nation. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 20,500 infants died in the United States in 2022. In the U.S., the IMR increased 3.1% from 543.6 infant deaths per 100,000 live births in 2021 to 560.4.

The five leading causes of infant death in 2022 were:

Birth defects.
Preterm birth and low birth weight.
Sudden infant death syndrome.
Unintentional injuries (e.g., car crashes).
Maternal pregnancy complications.

Please call 618-943-3302 with any questions on infant safety.

09/22/2025

As a parent or caregiver, your support can have a huge impact your teen's path to recovery.

Learn more about what parents and caregivers can do at CDC.gov/free-mind/parents.

09/20/2025

As we enter fall weather, please remember these safety tips:

Service Your Furnace - Before the cold autumn and winter weather sets in, be sure to call your heating and cooling company to service your furnace. A specialist should inspect the furnace to make sure everything is in working order and that there are no leaks.
• Use Fireplaces Safely - Keep that fire in its proper place by using a fireplace screen to keep sparks from flying out of the fireplace. Never leave a burning fire unattended, and make sure a fire in a fireplace is completely out before going to bed.
• Use Caution with Space Heaters - A space heater can be an effective way to warm up a chilly room, but it's essential that you read the instructions on the unit before you use it. If your space heater requires venting, make sure you have vented it to the outdoors. Never use your stove or oven to heat your home; only use space heaters that are approved for this purpose. Always allow at least three feet of empty area
around space heaters.

09/19/2025

09/18/2025

🚨Our Community Living Room is drug free, and that’s the way we want to be! Thanks to our local police force for assisting in keeping it this way! You are appreciated! 🚔

09/18/2025

The LCHD is set up and ready to discuss your future at the college and career fair hosted by LHS and RHHS today!