Lewis County Health Department

09/30/2025

Posted on behalf of the Salvation Army:
The Lewis County Salvation Army is looking for volunteers this holiday season to ring the bells for the Red Kettle Campaign. This work is how hundreds of meals are provided each year to people in Lewis County. If you, your friends, your church, your organization, or anyone else you know is interested please complete this contact form. The VP Bill Tom Stone, will reach out later in the year to schedule volunteer shifts.
With Love and Hope,
The Salvation Army Board of Trustees.

The Lewis County Salvation Army Service Unit is looking for volunteers to helps us ring the bell for our Red Kettle Campaign. This work helps us provided hundreds of meals for families each year.

09/26/2025

Happy Friday! DYK Kentucky Medicaid has created two webpages for members and providers with diabetes resources. Additionally, if you would like more information on how Medicaid is addressing diabetes, you can sign up for email updates on our pages!

If you're a member, visit here: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dms/dpqo/Pages/Medicaid-Diabetes.aspx

If you're a provider, visit here: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dms/dpqo/Pages/Provider-Information.aspx

09/24/2025

😁🦷 Our dental crew had a tooth-rific time at Tollesboro Elementary today! We stopped by to share tips on how to keep those smiles bright and healthy. ✨

From brushing basics to why healthy teeth matter, we loved getting to teach our youngest community members the importance of good dental habits. Big thanks to the students and staff for letting us be part of their day. Those little smiles made us smile! 💙

Keep brushing, keep smiling, and remember… healthy habits start young! 🪥

09/23/2025

🍁🍂 It’s officially soup season, y’all! 🍂🍁

Today our diabetes team brought a little warmth to the courthouse and justice center with cups of Tuscan Style Sausage Soup. 🥣
When we mentioned low-carb, most people were hesitant, but once they tried it they said:
✨ “This soup is super!”
✨ “Way better than I expected!”
✨ “I don’t like the ingredients on their own, but together this is great!”

What makes it even better? It’s a low-carb recipe. Proof that food made with diabetes in mind can still be comforting, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.

Thank you to everyone who sampled our soup today. If you missed the recipe, check out our last post so you can bring this cozy fall favorite to your own table!

09/22/2025

Today our diabetes team stopped by our neighbors at Dr. Bertram’s office to share a healthy taste test! We served up Tuscan Style Sausage Soup, a quick, low-carb recipe made with just 8 simple ingredients in under 25 minutes. It's perfect for rainy fall weather!

Find the recipe here:
https://www.everyplate.com/recipes/tuscan-style-pork-sausage-soup-684f5b7df7f97a12fcfe5b96

09/22/2025

Happy Saturday! Take some time between resting today and make sure your Medicaid renewal is up to date.

Medicaid renewals are happening! Each year, Medicaid checks to make sure members still qualify for the program. This process is called a renewal. Renewal notices are sent out at least 45 days before the due date with instructions and a deadline to submit required information. A reminder is sent about 15 days before the due date.

Not sure if your renewal month is coming up? No problem! You can check your renewal month by logging into the kynect portal or calling the kynect line. Log into the kynect portal at kynect.ky.gov or call 855-459-6328 today!

09/19/2025

Stop by the Lewis County Health Department on September 25th for Narcan and Narcan Training, Harm reduction supplies, and more. No appointment needed!

09/18/2025

A big thank you to Tollesboro Elementary for welcoming us today! We loved sharing with students how their local health department works to keep our community healthy and safe.

09/18/2025

The Salvation Army has 10 remaining food vouchers for this month. Call us to make an appointment w/ Alex.

Call now to connect with business.

09/15/2025

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09/11/2025

💜 We’re excited to share that our harm reduction stations have been upgraded! 💜

Look for the new purple towers located in our public restrooms. Each station now provides:
Narcan (Naloxone)
Test strips (Fentanyl, Xylazine, Benzodiazepine, Nitazene)
Condoms
Safe use supplies (sterile cotton, alcohol pads, bandages)
And more

These upgrades were made possible through grant funding awarded to the Lewis County Health Department. We’re committed to keeping our community safe, supported, and informed.

09/09/2025

Health providers! Do you have patients that would like an online program to quit smoking? Fill this form out with them to get them onto their quit journey.