Morgan County Health Department

11/27/2025

🧡 Happy Thanksgiving from the Morgan County Health Department!
We’re grateful for our community and the partners who help us support health and safety year-round. Wishing you a safe, healthy, and joyful holiday with those you love.

11/26/2025

11/26/2025

Thank you Indiana Department of Health for these quick holiday season tips:

🧼 Clean hands & surfaces
🔀 Separate raw meats
🌡️ Cook to safe temps (165°F for poultry)
❄️ Chill leftovers quickly & reheat to 165°F

Let’s keep the holidays happy and healthy! 🧡
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rdpWsJ

As you gather with loved ones this holiday season, don’t let foodborne illness crash the party! Follow these food safety tips:

🧼 Clean hands & surfaces
🔀 Separate raw meats from other foods
🌡️ Cook to safe temps (165°F for poultry)
❄️ Chill leftovers quickly & reheat to 165°F

Let’s keep the holidays happy and healthy!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rdpWsJ

11/26/2025

🌟 is here! 🌟
The Healthy Community Coalition has a lot happening this November!

Each month we’ll highlight local health-related events, programs, and opportunities happening right here in Morgan County. Stay tuned, get involved, and put your wellness first! 💪

💓 Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program
✔ Check BP twice a month for 4 months
✔ Personal consultations & monthly nutrition seminars
📍 YMCA of Morgan County or Life Pointe Community Church
📞 Call the YMCA for info & eligibility: 765-342-6688

🏃‍♀️ Low- or No-Cost Healthy Movement at the YMCA of Morgan County
Contact: Donna Monteleone, Community Wellness Coordinator
📧 DonnaMonteleone@BBJYMCA.org

Mondays
🚶‍♀️ Pioneer Pathfinders Walk — 9am / Free
📍 Pioneer Park, Mooresville
🎁 Walk 5x & earn a T-shirt!

💪 Cardio & Strength Conditioning — 10am / $5 or Silver Sneakers
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🧘 Balance & Strength — 5–5:45pm / Free
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🧘‍♀️ Yoga for Every-Body — 6pm / $10
📍 YMCA of Morgan County, Martinsville

Wednesdays
🪑 Chair Yoga — 10am / Donation
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🚶 Martinsville in Motion City Walk — Noon / Free
📍 Churches in Mission, Martinsville

Thursdays
🧘 Yoga for All Ages — 10am / Free
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

Fridays
💪 Cardio & Strength Conditioning — 10am / $5 or Silver Sneakers
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🎅 Coming in December!
✨ Family Fun Night & Community Help Resource Fair with Santa
📅 Dec 4 | ⏰ 5:30–7:00pm
📍 Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville

YMCA of Morgan County, IU Health, Churches in Mission, Boys & Girls Club of Morgan County, Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville Parks & Recreation District, To***co Free Morgan County, Mooresville Public Library, WellSpring, Kendrick Foundation, Franciscan Health

11/25/2025

More Holiday Safety tips from our friends at Morgan County EMA!
🍗 Never thaw a turkey on the counter
🍗 Plan ahead—24 hours in the fridge per 4–5 lbs
🍗 Cold water thawing: use original packaging, change water every 30 minutes
🍗 Cook right after thawing
🍗 Use a thermometer—turkey should reach 165°F
🧼 Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds
🔥 Keep counters clear—fire loves clutter! Keep mitts, towels, decor (and pets!) away from the stove

Stay safe and have a happy holiday! 🧡

Say it with me, "A clean kitchen is a food safe kitchen! A clean kitchen is fire prevention!" 🦃
Like this post for a chance to win the season of safety prize and follow these tips to make sure you are practicing good food safety and preventing kitchen fires:
🍗Never thaw a turkey on the counter!
🍗Plan ahead for refrigerator thawing: Allow 24 hours for 4-5 pounds of turkey. Keep the turkey in its original wrapper and place it on a tray to catch any juices.
🍗For cold water thawing, submerge the turkey in its original packaging or a leak-proof bag in cold water. Change the water every 30 minutes to keep it cold. Allow about 30 minutes per pound.
🍗Cook immediately after thawing.
🍗Use a food thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
🍗Wash your hands! Wet hands, lather with soap, and scrub for at least 20 seconds, rinse with clean water and dry with a clean towel.
🍗For more food safety information, visit FoodSafety.gov or the Purdue Extension- Morgan County food safety page!
🍗🔥Keep your counters clean!
🔥Fire loves clutter! Keep your oven mitts, wrapping paper, dishtowels, your cat, and your aunt's famous swan napkin away from the stove.

11/25/2025

Thank you to our friends at Morgan County EMA for sharing these important holiday safety tips! 🦃🔥
Do you know what to do in a grease fire? Keep your kitchen—and your holiday—safe with these Season of Safety reminders:

🧯 Turn off the heat
🥘 Cover the pan with a metal lid or baking sheet
🔥 Use a fire extinguisher or fire suppression blanket if it’s safe to do so
🚫 Never move the pan or pour water on the fire
🏃‍♀️🚪 If the fire can’t be controlled right away, evacuate the kitchen, close the door, and call 911 from a safe distance

Stay safe and enjoy a worry-free holiday season! 🍂🧡

Not the turkey!!🦃🔥🍗Do you know what to do in a grease fire? Make sure you do by reading through our Season of Safety tips for this holiday season!
🦃Turn off the heat
🔥Cover the pan with a metal lid or baking sheet
🍗Use a fire extinguisher or fire suppression blanket if safe
🦃Never move the pan or pour water on it
🔥If the fire cannot be immediately controlled, evacuate the kitchen, close the door behind you, and call 911 from a safe distance
🍗Like and share this post to enter to win a FREE fire suppression blanket and other food safety kitchen gadgets provided by the 4H Jr Leaders and the Purdue Extension- Morgan County (This post is your last chance to win! Drawing announcement is Friday, November 21 at 10 AM)

11/24/2025

🌟 November is National Gratitude Month! 🌟
Gratitude is more than a buzzword — it’s a simple daily practice that can boost your mood, improve sleep, strengthen immunity, and lower stress.

Feeling overwhelmed? Try this quick 5-minute bedtime ritual:
✨ List one thing you’re grateful for in each category:
Health • Eat • Activity • Relationship • Time

Small moments of gratitude can make a big difference.
What are you grateful for today? Share below. 💛



Learn more about how gratitude supports your health:
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/mental-health-and-wellbeing/thankfulness-how-gratitude-can-help-your-health

11/20/2025

Happy ! 🌾
We’re joining NOSORH and rural communities nationwide to celebrate the — the dedicated people, trusted providers, and vibrant places that help rural America grow and thrive. Thank you for all you do!

11/20/2025

It’s the Great American Smokeout! 🚭
Today, people across the country are choosing to begin their journey to quit smoking — and you can too. Every step toward quitting is a step toward better health and a reduced cancer risk. ❤️
The American Cancer Society offers helpful resources, quit-support tools, and encouragement to keep you going. You’re not alone on this journey. We’re in it together! 🙌
Learn more and get support:
🔗 cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/great-american-smokeout.html

11/19/2025

📣 Join us TODAY at 1 PM!
We’re building a Healthier Morgan County, and we need YOU at the table!

📅 Wednesday, Nov. 19
📍 Morgan County Administration Building
180 S. Main St., Martinsville
(Please note: Security check required at entry.)

We’re bringing our community together to take on chronic disease prevention and obesity — and your voice matters!

Why it matters:

❤️ Indiana ranks 12th highest for adult obesity
👧 1 in 3 Hoosier kids are overweight or obese
⚠️ Obesity is linked to heart disease, cancer, and diabetes

How you can help:

✅ Shape strategy
✅ Share resources
✅ Build a healthier Morgan County

Can’t attend? Watch for updates or contact the Morgan County Health Department to get involved.

YMCA of Morgan County, IU Health, Churches in Mission, Boys & Girls Club of Morgan County, Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville Parks & Recreation District, To***co Free Morgan County, Mooresville Public Library WellSpring, Kendrick Foundation, Franciscan Health

11/19/2025

🌟 is here! 🌟
The Healthy Community Coalition has a lot happening this November!

Each month we’ll highlight local health-related events, programs, and opportunities happening right here in Morgan County. Stay tuned, get involved, and put your wellness first! 💪

🎨 Craft & Conversation (with YMCA of Morgan County)
📅 Nov 19 | ⏰ 11am
📍 Churches in Mission, Martinsville
📲 Text Kelli to RSVP: 317-220-2627

💓 Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program
✔ Check BP twice a month for 4 months
✔ Personal consultations & monthly nutrition seminars
📍 YMCA of Morgan County or Life Pointe Community Church
📞 Call the YMCA for info & eligibility: 765-342-6688

🏃‍♀️ Low- or No-Cost Healthy Movement at the YMCA of Morgan County
Contact: Donna Monteleone, Community Wellness Coordinator
📧 DonnaMonteleone@BBJYMCA.org

Mondays
🚶‍♀️ Pioneer Pathfinders Walk — 9am / Free
📍 Pioneer Park, Mooresville
🎁 Walk 5x & earn a T-shirt!

💪 Cardio & Strength Conditioning — 10am / $5 or Silver Sneakers
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🧘 Balance & Strength — 5–5:45pm / Free
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🧘‍♀️ Yoga for Every-Body — 6pm / $10
📍 YMCA of Morgan County, Martinsville

Wednesdays
🪑 Chair Yoga — 10am / Donation
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🚶 Martinsville in Motion City Walk — Noon / Free
📍 Churches in Mission, Martinsville

Thursdays
🧘 Yoga for All Ages — 10am / Free
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

Fridays
💪 Cardio & Strength Conditioning — 10am / $5 or Silver Sneakers
📍 Life Pointe Church, Mooresville

🎅 Coming in December!
✨ Family Fun Night & Community Help Resource Fair with Santa
📅 Dec 4 | ⏰ 5:30–7:00pm
📍 Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville

YMCA of Morgan County, IU Health, Churches in Mission, Boys & Girls Club of Morgan County, Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville Parks & Recreation District, To***co Free Morgan County, Mooresville Public Library, WellSpring, Kendrick Foundation, Franciscan Health

11/18/2025

We’re building a Healthier Morgan County and we need YOU!
🕗 Wed., Nov. 19
📍 Morgan County Administration Building
180 S. Main St., Martinsville
(Please note: Security check at entry.)
We’re bringing our community together to tackle chronic disease prevention and obesity — and we need YOUR voice at the table!
Why it matters:
❤️ Indiana is 12th highest for adult obesity
👧 1 in 3 Hoosier kids are overweight or obese
🩺 Obesity is linked to heart disease, cancer & diabetes
Help us:
✅ Shape strategy
✅ Share resources
✅ Build a healthier Morgan County
Can’t attend? Watch for updates or contact the Morgan County Health Department to get involved.
Together, we can create a healthier future! 💪


YMCA of Morgan County, IU Health, Churches in Mission, Boys & Girls Club of Morgan County, Life Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Mooresville Parks & Recreation District, To***co Free Morgan County, Mooresville Public Library WellSpring, Kendrick Foundation, Franciscan Health