Stafford County Health Department - Kansas

01/05/2026

21 Central Extension is hosting a strength training program, beginning this month. Contact information is on the picture below - sign up and work on those health goals!

Ready to make this New Year's resolution truly count? Join our strength training program starting January 26 in St. John and Stafford. Call us today to secure your spot and start building a stronger, healthier you! Stafford Recreation

01/03/2026

Carbon monoxide poisoning is most common in the winter months, but it's preventable.

Learn how: https://www.cdc.gov/carbon-monoxide/about/index.html

01/02/2026

Snack time is an easy way to boost fruit and veggie intake. Let your toddler choose between two healthy options. That small choice helps build independence and encourages them to try something new! 🥦🥑🫐

01/02/2026

Make sure to keep your information up to date with KanCare to keep coverage!

Have you gotten an official letter from KanCare to confirm your address? If you have, follow the instructions to avoid losing your coverage.
To update your address or phone number, you can also visit https://bit.ly/4oz3clK or https://bit.ly/3WxXT91 and click the red chat box, or call us at 1-800-792-4844 to update your address and phone number!

01/02/2026

Don't let arthritis slow you down. Manage your arthritis by:
-Staying hydrated
-Gentle exercise
-Healthy eating
-Stretching
-Sleep

Resources: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/841/Arthritis

01/01/2026

Stafford County Health Department wishes you a Happy and Healthy 2026!

12/31/2025

It's time to update your information with KanCare!

Three ways to make sure KanCare has your current address and phone number:
1. Go to https://bit.ly/3WxXT91 and click the red chat box. KEIRA, KanCare's online assistant will help you make updates.
2. Visit https://bit.ly/4oz3clK and log in to update your information.
3. Call 1-800-792-4884 to update your information.

12/31/2025

Traveling home after the holidays or traveling to celebrate the New Year? View recommendations from the CDC: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/

12/31/2025

Planning to have a baby? There are things you can do before and between pregnancies to increase the chances of having a healthy pregnancy.
Learn more about preconception care: https://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy/about/index.html

12/30/2025

Need Kansas vaccination records for yourself or a legal dependent? Visit https://bit.ly/3L4p8Gx

12/24/2025

Check out the Christmas fun that Stafford County Communications, Stafford Co, KS has planned! 🎅

"PARENTS & GUARDIANS, DISPATCH WILL BE DOING CHRISTMAS BOLOS THIS EVENING BEGINNING AT 6:30P (SANTA), ANOTHER AT 6:45P (GRINCH), AND A CANCEL BOLO AT 7P (GRINCH LOCATED). IF YOU HAVE A SCANNER, FEEL FREE TO LISTEN IN! WE MAY SNEAK ANOTHER INCIDENT IN WITH SANTA LATER ON IN THE EVENING AS WELL. -SUBJECT TO CHANGE"

12/24/2025

Fire safety is especially important during the holidays. Make sure to follow these tips to keep you, your loved ones and your holiday safe: nfpa.org/holiday