Whitley County STAR: Standing Together for Appalachian Resilience

Whitley County STAR: Standing Together for Appalachian Resilience A grant-funded community initiative to address the problems left behind by drugs.

We are working to reduce overdoses, improve resilience, and promote recovery in Whitley County, Kentucky. Social Media Comment Policy:http://whitleycountyhealthdepartment.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PP2.1-Social-Media-Comments.pdf

As summer winds down and a new school year approaches, it’s a perfect moment to focus on the well-being of both kids and...
07/26/2025

As summer winds down and a new school year approaches, it’s a perfect moment to focus on the well-being of both kids and families. We’re highlighting Back-to-School wellness, supporting a smooth, healthy transition into the classroom routine. From managing anxiety and building positive habits to fostering emotional resilience, we’ll be sharing helpful tips and resources to start the school year with confidence, balance, and care: https://rebrand.ly/vu6bihc

Hiding a gun is not enough! Kids are curious, and studies show they usually know where a family keeps a gun. Gun safes, ...
07/25/2025

Hiding a gun is not enough! Kids are curious, and studies show they usually know where a family keeps a gun. Gun safes, lockboxes and trigger locks can lower the risk a curious child will be hurt.

Pregnant? When you reach your 3rd trimester, talk to your healthcare provider about a maternal RSV vaccine to help prote...
07/25/2025

Pregnant? When you reach your 3rd trimester, talk to your healthcare provider about a maternal RSV vaccine to help protect your baby.

Even with the windows rolled down, only minutes in a hot car can be deadly for your pet! NEVER leave your pets in the ca...
07/25/2025

Even with the windows rolled down, only minutes in a hot car can be deadly for your pet! NEVER leave your pets in the car!

Whitley County Health Department will be closed on Friday, August 1st for staff training.
07/25/2025

Whitley County Health Department will be closed on Friday, August 1st for staff training.

Everyday actions can make a difference in brain health, even lowering the risk of cognitive decline & possibly Alzheimer...
07/24/2025

Everyday actions can make a difference in brain health, even lowering the risk of cognitive decline & possibly Alzheimer's & dementia. Incorporate some or all of these habits into your life to help maintain a healthy brain:
*Challenge your mind
*Stay in school
*Get moving
*Protect your head
*Be smoke-free
*Control your blood pressure
*Manage diabetes
*Eat right
*Maintain a healthy weight
*Sleep well
Learn more: https://rebrand.ly/f037pzq

Kids are more likely to continue exercising past the onset of mild heat illness either because they don’t recognize the ...
07/24/2025

Kids are more likely to continue exercising past the onset of mild heat illness either because they don’t recognize the symptoms or because they feel pressure to continue practicing or playing. It is crucial for parents and coaches to learn the signs and symptoms of heat illness, to be proactive in preventing it, and to have an action plan in case an athlete does develop heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Learn more: https://rebrand.ly/wv8na4v

PHapp is a free app that provides health and safety information in one place. It serves as a reliable source of truth re...
07/24/2025

PHapp is a free app that provides health and safety information in one place. It serves as a reliable source of truth reflecting the latest verified health and safety updates. It's translated by human experts into 50+ languages. Available anywhere in the US - just enter your zip code. No sign-up. No emails. No phone numbers. No tracking.

07/24/2025

Need a fresh start? Join AppalReD Legal Aid attorneys on SEPT 4 at Tradition One Recovery Services in London, KY for an expungement clinic.

To register, call 606-528-7010 ext. 553.

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Williamsburg, KY

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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