WEDCO District Health Department

WEDCO District Health Department The mission of WEDCO’s social media outlets is to help prevent illness and injury, promote good health, and assure a safe environment. We serve a clear purpose.

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🚨 Drug Overdose Alert — Kentucky Region 6 🚨An unusually high number of suspected nonfatal overdoses (32) were reported i...
02/13/2026

🚨 Drug Overdose Alert — Kentucky Region 6 🚨

An unusually high number of suspected nonfatal overdoses (32) were reported in Jefferson County on Feb. 12–13. This alert is being shared to help protect our communities.

⚠️ Take extra precautions:
✅ Carry naloxone — it can save a life
📞 Call 911 if you suspect an overdose
💙 Find help: findhelpnowky.org/ky

Check in on others and share this information. WEDCO is here to support prevention, harm reduction, and recovery.

February 12th is International Epilepsy Day. Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes recurring, unprovoked seizures. Ho...
02/12/2026

February 12th is International Epilepsy Day. Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes recurring, unprovoked seizures. However, not all seizures are the result of epilepsy. Familial traits and brain injuries may be related to the seizure, but often the cause is unknown.

We are so grateful to play a part in supporting the wellness of students across our district! 💚💚
02/12/2026

We are so grateful to play a part in supporting the wellness of students across our district! 💚💚

Scott County, we’ve been busy! 👏Today, 9 more Naloxone Boxes were placed throughout our community — expanding access to ...
02/11/2026

Scott County, we’ve been busy! 👏

Today, 9 more Naloxone Boxes were placed throughout our community — expanding access to life-saving resources where people live, work, and travel.

📍 You can now find Naloxone Boxes at:
• Clark’s Pump-N-Shop – 2001 Paris Pike
• Motel 6 – 401 Cherry Blossom Way
• Clark’s Pump-N-Shop – Cherry Blossom Spur
• Clark’s Pump-N-Shop – 100 Canewood Center Drive
• Clark’s Pump-N-Shop – 480 Connector Road
• Drug Court Office – 143 W Main St
• Fava’s – 159 E Main St
• Georgetown Police Department – 550 Bourbon St.
• Buffalo Spirit - 3383 Main St., Stamping Ground, KY

We are incredibly thankful for our partners who make this work possible — especially the dedicated team at Georgetown Police Department!

Each kit provides access to:
✔️ Naloxone (overdose reversal medication)
✔️ FindHelpNowKY.org resources
✔️ WEDCO’s Syringe Service Program
✔️ GPD Community Recovery & Support Team
✔️ Never Use Alone
✔️ Naloxone training information
✔️ And additional recovery support resources

More boxes are coming soon — stay tuned! Together, we are working to reduce overdoses and save lives in Scott County.

Postpartum emotions are real and they matter. Awareness saves lives and compassion changes them. No one has to navigate ...
02/11/2026

Postpartum emotions are real and they matter. Awareness saves lives and compassion changes them. No one has to navigate this alone. Contact us today for postpartum support: 1.866.75.WEDCO (93326) or https://wedcohealth.org/contact-us/

At WEDCO, we’re here for families at every step. Strong starts lead to strong futures, and we’re proud to support both. ...
02/10/2026

At WEDCO, we’re here for families at every step. Strong starts lead to strong futures, and we’re proud to support both. Visit our website to learn more about our Maternal and Child Health Services: https://wedcohealth.org/maternal-child-health/

February is American Heart Month. Taking care of our heart can help prevent disease. Learning about blood pressure, chol...
02/09/2026

February is American Heart Month. Taking care of our heart can help prevent disease. Learning about blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and blood sugar level is essential!

❤️ Nicholas County: Go Red Events This February ❤️February is Go Red Month, and Nicholas County is joining together to r...
02/06/2026

❤️ Nicholas County: Go Red Events This February ❤️

February is Go Red Month, and Nicholas County is joining together to raise awareness for heart disease prevention and heart-healthy living.

Upcoming Go Red Events:
TODAY! ❤️ Feb 6 – National Go Red Day (Wear Red to School)
❤️ Feb 9 – Go Red for Heart Disease Seminar
📍 Nicholas County Livestock Barn, Carlisle
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM | Speakers at 6:00 PM
❤️ Feb 15 – Wear Red to Church

Enjoy free risk screenings, a free meal, educational speakers, and door prizes while learning how to protect your heart.

📞 RSVP by February 6 at (859) 289-2323

🚧 Certified Installer Training🚧Join us for Certified Installer Training with two convenient options:📍 Harrison County – ...
02/06/2026

🚧 Certified Installer Training🚧

Join us for Certified Installer Training with two convenient options:

📍 Harrison County – February 11, 2026
📍 Nicholas County – February 12, 2026
⏰ Classes begin at 9:00 AM
💲 $50 – register at the door

Questions? Reach out to us at 1.866.759.3326

❤️ Harrison County: Go Red for Heart Health ❤️Mark your calendars, Harrison County! February is packed with opportunitie...
02/05/2026

❤️ Harrison County: Go Red for Heart Health ❤️

Mark your calendars, Harrison County! February is packed with opportunities to Go Red for Heart Disease Awareness and support women’s heart health.

Upcoming Go Red Events:
❤️ Feb 6 – National Go Red Day (Wear Red to School)
❤️ Feb 15 – Wear Red to Church
❤️ Feb 23 – Harrison County Go Red Celebration
📍 Harrison County Extension Office
🕔 Doors open at 5:00 PM | Speakers begin at 6:00 PM

Join us for expert speakers, free risk screenings, a free meal, and door prizes—all in support of heart-healthy communities.

📞 RSVP by February 19 at (859) 234-5510

💙 Public Health Services at WEDCO 💙WEDCO District Health Department is here to support the health of our communities—whe...
02/05/2026

💙 Public Health Services at WEDCO 💙

WEDCO District Health Department is here to support the health of our communities—where we live, work, and play.

From clinic services like immunizations, WIC, STI testing, and screenings, to environmental health protections for food establishments, schools, pools, and onsite sewage systems, our work touches every stage of life.

We also offer a wide range of community health programs, including to***co prevention and cessation, HANDS home visiting, syringe services, injury prevention, nutrition and physical activity education, and help enrolling in Medicaid and qualified health plans.

📍 Serving Harrison, Nicholas, and Scott Counties
📲 Learn more or connect with services at wedcohealth.org

💗🚭 Picture Yourself To***co-Free 🚭💗Our latest To***co Newsletter is here—packed with important facts about smoking, seco...
02/04/2026

💗🚭 Picture Yourself To***co-Free 🚭💗

Our latest To***co Newsletter is here—packed with important facts about smoking, secondhand smoke, and heart health, plus resources to support quitting.

✨ Inside this issue:
• How quitting smoking reduces heart disease and stroke risk
• The impact of secondhand smoke on adults and children
• Youth va**ng prevention resources
• Updates on Quit Now Kentucky & My Life My Quit
• Upcoming smoking cessation opportunities through WEDCO

Whether you’re thinking about quitting, supporting someone else, or just want to learn more, this newsletter is for you. 💙

📲 Check it out, share it, and help us spread awareness for healthier, to***co-free communities.

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364 Oddville Avenue
Cynthiana, KY
41031

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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The WEDCO District Health Department & Home Health Agency service array includes preventive health care such as Well Child and Prenatal Clinics; early intervention and treatment clinics such as STD and TB; environmental services such as restaurant, swimming pool and hotel inspections; health education services such as drug prevention and postponing sexual involvement education; as well as many other vital services such as home visitation to first time high risk parents (our HANDS Program) and school nursing.