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More than 50 years ago, noted social philosopher Sir Geoffrey Vickers said “The history of public health might well be written as a persistent redefinition of the unacceptable.” This is certainly true when we are dealing with E. coli in a water well, improper food temperatures at a restaurant, too much chlorine in a public pool or the collection of tires in someone’s backyard. When a situation that affects the health and well being of people is unacceptable, it becomes a public health issue. Public health issues are in the news every day, whether it be the latest outbreak of avian flu or the elimination of a vaccine-preventable disease. And the work of public health takes place in our community every day -- from investigating a dog bite, testing for radon, inspecting a restaurant or getting a Tetanus shot. Whether we notice or not the work of public health touches us all every day. From ‘No Smoking' signs to immunization clinics, proper sewage disposal to litter prevention, child car safety seats to rabies clinics, public health works to improve the conditions around us and promote healthy behaviors

The job of public health professionals at the Knox County Health Department is to promote health, prevent disease and injury, and to maintain and improve a healthy environment for the protection of all residents of Knox County. We assess, we assure, we promote, we prevent, we protect.... all to help extend the benefits this world has to offer to each of those we serve. It's an honor, a responsibility and some days, a tough job. And we do it gladly - because we are public health. Yet, public health is also a two way street with input and involvement from the general public and partner agencies that are just as important as the investigations and recommendations made by public health professionals. The more our residents understand public health, the better we can work together to reduce infant mortality and improve infant health, reduce death and illness associated with disease and injury, increase awareness and adoption of healthy lifestyles and to respond effectively to all public health emergencies. We welcome your feedback and comments anytime. Where and how we live, work and play has a lot to do with how healthy each of us really is. We hope you will find this information on our website useful in your everyday lives and that it will provide resources for keeping you and your family healthy. For now, for the future…this is public health.

There is hope. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! 💚 The 9-8-8 Lifeline is always available to you. 24/7 365. Call or text to connect wi...
04/09/2026

There is hope. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! 💚

The 9-8-8 Lifeline is always available to you. 24/7 365. Call or text to connect with someone who cares anywhere, anytime.

Feeling connected and supported by our community is where public health begins. This , let’s take action to advocate fo...
04/09/2026

Feeling connected and supported by our community is where public health begins. This , let’s take action to advocate for stronger, healthier & more inclusive communities. Good health doesn’t just happen it takes you to make a difference. Visit www.NPHW.org to learn more.

This , let’s commit to making choices as individuals & communities that are grounded in evidence, research & trusted ex...
04/08/2026

This , let’s commit to making choices as individuals & communities that are grounded in evidence, research & trusted expertise. When we follow the science, we take action that leads to healthier lives for all. Ready. Set. Action! Visit www.NPHW.org to learn more.

Together for health. Stand with science.This World Health Day 2026, WHO unites and mobilizes the world under the theme “...
04/07/2026

Together for health. Stand with science.

This World Health Day 2026, WHO unites and mobilizes the world under the theme “Together for health. Stand with science.” to highlight the role of science-led innovations improving the health, with special focus on One Health – the interconnected and coordinated health of humans, plants, animals and the environment.
World Health Organization (WHO)

Join and April 6-12 for , "Ready Set Action." Together, we can build a vision for the future—healthier, more equitabl...
04/06/2026

Join and April 6-12 for , "Ready Set Action." Together, we can build a vision for the future—healthier, more equitable communities where everyone has the chance to thrive. Let’s get started. Visit www.NPHW.org.

Public health alert⚠️The USDA has issued a public health alert for Great Value brand dino shaped chicken breast nuggets ...
04/03/2026

Public health alert⚠️
The USDA has issued a public health alert for Great Value brand dino shaped chicken breast nuggets sold at Walmart because these products may contain unsafe levels of lead.
What should you do?
👉 Check your freezer for 29 oz. bags of Great Value Fully Cooked Dino-Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets.
👉Do not eat these nuggets.
👉 If you have them in your freezer, throw them away or return them to Walmart.
Lead is especially harmful to young children and pregnant woman – if you’ve consumed these, talk to your healthcare provider.
More information on this alert: https://bit.ly/4sTNUd9

**On April 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) retracted its April 1 health alert for Great Value Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets. USDA-FSIS said follow-up testing of the original lot of products found no elevated levels of lead and determined there is no public health concern. Learn more about this: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-frozen-dinosaur-shaped-ready-eat-chicken-nuggets-due

Public health alert⚠️
The USDA has issued a public health alert for Great Value brand dino shaped chicken breast nuggets sold at Walmart because these products may contain unsafe levels of lead.

What should you do?
👉 Check your freezer for 29 oz. bags of Great Value Fully Cooked Dino-Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets.
👉Do not eat these nuggets.
👉 If you have them in your freezer, throw them away or return them to Walmart.

Lead is especially harmful to young children and pregnant woman – if you’ve consumed these, talk to your healthcare provider.

More information on this alert: https://bit.ly/4sTNUd9

Cases of Lyme disease are increasing every year, so it's important to recognize what Lyme disease is and how to prevent ...
04/01/2026

Cases of Lyme disease are increasing every year, so it's important to recognize what Lyme disease is and how to prevent it.

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi which spreads through tick bites from black legged deer ticks. They are very small, growing to only the size of a sesame seed.

Outdoor areas with woods, bushes, high grass, or leaf litter are likely to have more ticks. Avoiding these areas is the best prevention, but repellents that contain 20 percent or more DEET, picaridin, or IR3535 on exposed skin can last several hours.

You can learn more about ticks and Lyme disease here:
https://www.knoxhealth.com/public_health/environmental_health/mosquitoes_ticks.php

There is still time to register for the Helping Children with Loss program.Studied at Kent State, Grief Recovery Method ...
04/01/2026

There is still time to register for the Helping Children with Loss program.

Studied at Kent State, Grief Recovery Method is only evidence-based program in the world.

This program is supported in partnership with the Knox County Foundation. Email info@knoxhealth.com to register.

🩸 Thank You, Blood Donors! 🩸A heartfelt thank you to all the generous donors who participated in the Red Cross Blood Dri...
03/31/2026

🩸 Thank You, Blood Donors! 🩸

A heartfelt thank you to all the generous donors who participated in the Red Cross Blood Drive on March 30. ❤️

If you missed this drive and are interested in donating, we will be hosting another blood drive on August 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

📅 Mark your calendars or visit https://bit.ly/4aU2735 to find a donation location near you.

Every donation makes a difference. Together we make a healthier, stronger community!

You don't need a reason to call, text, or chat 988, but if you do, here are 4: 1) Thoughts of Su***de 2) Drinking too m...
03/31/2026

You don't need a reason to call, text, or chat 988, but if you do, here are 4:

1) Thoughts of Su***de
2) Drinking too much or drug use
3) Feeling depressed or anxious
4) Trauma

24/7/365 you can reach out and someone will be there for you. Don't give up.

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