Lake Cumberland District Health Department

Recognizing symptoms quickly is critical. • F — Face: Face drooping or uneven smile on one side. • A — Arm: Arm or leg weakness, numbness, or drifting downward. • S — Speech: Slurred speech, difficulty speaking, or trouble understanding speech. • T — Time: Time to call 911.

World Stroke Day is observed annually on October 29 to raise global awareness about stroke prevention, emergency treatment, and survivor support. 1 in 4 adults over the age of 25 will experience a stroke in their lifetime.

Help keep Halloween all treats and no tricks! 🎃👻 Stick to sidewalks, stay with your group, make costumes easy to see, check treats before eating, and keep an extra eye out for little ghosts and goblins while driving. Have a fun and safe Halloween from LCDHD! 🕷️🍬

In southern Kentucky, mosquito season typically runs from April through October, although warm weather can keep them active into November. And one important public health reminder: Mosquitoes can still bite on unusually warm fall days, even after a light frost.

If you need help to stop smoking, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or text QUITNOW to 333888.

It's respiratory virus season! Call your local health department to schedule your flu, RSV, and COVID vaccinations.

Our 4-session series, Healthy Living with Diabetes, will be conducted online each Tuesday in November! You must pre-register to receive the Zoom link for the series. To get registered, go to bit.ly/3t0I7rY

Every nap. Every night. Always on their back. 💛 It’s one of the simplest ways to help keep babies safer while they sleep. A consistent safe sleep routine can make a big difference. #SafeSleep

Kentucky WIC is partnering with Walmart and our eWIC Provider to offer online shopping for WIC Participants. WIC participants may select any Kentucky Walmart. WIC participants may choose pickup or delivery. **Delivery requires a delivery fee that is not covered by WIC.**

Join us at Green Co. Health Department at 220 Industrial Park Rd. for our Rapid or Full-Length Breastfeeding Class. Information includes positioning, latching, how to know baby is getting enough, milk storage, pumping, and more. Call or visit bit.ly/3JHor4J to register.

Every family can use an extra pair of HANDS. 💜 Kentucky HANDS supports parents during pregnancy and through a baby’s early months with guidance, encouragement, and resources to help families thrive. For more information, visit us at bit.ly/kyhands

Join us at the Casey County Public Library at 238 Middleburg Street for our Rapid or Full-Length Breastfeeding Class. Information on positioning, latching, how to know the baby is getting enough, milk storage, pumping, and more. Call or visit bit.ly/3JHor4J to register.

To find Collection Sites near you, visit: dea.gov/takebackday Saturday, October 24th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., is 2026 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to dispose of unneeded medications. They will not accept syringes, sharps, or unregulated substances.

As Health Education Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating the people behind the education, outreach, and programs that help our communities live healthier lives.💙 Thank you to all of our LCDHD Health Educators for the work you do every day across the Lake Cumberland District!

Health Education Week continues with our final two educator spotlights! 💙 Today we’re recognizing Auntrea Burchett and Sarah Dial. Both bring enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong commitment to the communities they serve. We’re glad to have them on the LCDHD team! #HealthEd

A little fall fun in Albany! 🎃🍂 Angela and Janson represented LCDHD at the Clinton County Pumpkin Walk, sharing health information, resources, and a few goodies with local families. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to see us!

Health Education Week continues with another spotlight on the people helping our communities learn, connect, and make healthier choices. 💙 Today we’re recognizing Keila Sullivan and Jamie Benningfield. Thank you both for the energy and dedication you bring to LCDHD! #HealthEd

Learn more about safe sleep practices at safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov #SafeSleep

If you are like me, you had to quit several times before you quit for good. You are going to get there. Celebrate the successes! 1-800-QUIT-NOW(784-8669) can help you quit for good.