Grayson County Health Department

12/22/2025

12/19/2025

As Christmas approaches, we want to remind the community about the free Narcan stations located throughout the county--as statistics show a drastic increase in overdose-related deaths during the holiday season.

Hours of operation at these locations will be impacted by the holidays.

Please see the list in this infographic to locate a 24-hour location.

For all emergencies, do not wait. Dial 911!

12/19/2025

A special thanks to our wonderful high school choir for sharing Christmas cheer with our team today! 🎄

We look forward to this every year! 🎅

***video in the comments

12/19/2025

Wally decided to show up this morning with the Employee of the Month sign because he’s pretty sure it’s him — and honestly… we can’t disagree 😉

But jokes aside, Wally wants to remind everyone that taking care of your mental health deserves recognition, especially during the holidays.

This time of year can bring joy, stress, grief, or overwhelm — sometimes all at once. Giving yourself grace, setting boundaries, and reaching out for support are all award-worthy choices.

Even if you didn’t get an award this month, take a minute like Wally, to recognize your strengths and achievements.

This holiday season, Wally encourages you to:
💙 Check in with yourself
💙 Be kind to your mind
💙 Remember you’re not alone

12/18/2025

Wally Wellness made a special delivery to GCHD today!

When staff arrived this morning, we found Wally Wellness hanging out with a brand-new sharps (syringe) container.

So what is it for?

A sharps container is used to safely dispose of:
✔️ Needles
✔️ Syringes
✔️ Lancets

This syringe disposal container will be available out front soon for community use. Proper sharps disposal helps prevent injuries, protect staff, and keep our community safe.

Stay tuned for more information on when and how to use it!

Thanks for looking out for safety, Wally! 💙

12/18/2025

Kentucky! Open enrollment for Qualified Health Plans for Plan Year 2026 is happening now. Find help in your community here: https://kynect.ky.gov/benefits/s/auth-reps-assisters?language=en_US

Would you rather enroll for a Qualified Health Plan through kynect for Plan Year 2026 online or on the phone? When you’re ready, call us at 855-4kynect (1-855-459-6328) or visit kynect.ky.gov.

12/18/2025

GCHD was proud to collect and deliver gifts to nursing home residents through our We Care initiative. Members of our Academy Team are pictured here as they head out with the gifts.

Because caring for our community means caring for every generation 💙

Learn more about We Care: https://www.myhealthdepartment.org/wecare

12/17/2025

Surprise in DeAnna’s office this morning! 🎄

It looks like Wally Wellness showed up today with little Wally Jr. They were sound asleep in DeAnna’s office when she arrived.

But oh no… DeAnna doesn’t think Wally knows all about the ABC's of safe sleep for babies.

Can you help Wally out?
What should Wally have done differently to put little Wally Jr. down for sleep safely?

⬇️ Drop your answers in the comments below!

12/17/2025

Flu cases are on the rise in Grayson County. Don't be sick this Christmas! Here are some helpful tips to slow the spread of the flu.
https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/detail/five-simple-steps-to-protect-against-flu

12/16/2025

Naughty Elf Alert!

Looks like Wally has been caught breaking the rules on our to***co-free campus 👀
Even though it was just candy ci******es, Wally knows better—and now he’s headed for a serious talk with our To***co Cessation Coordinator, Jessica Rusher.

Don’t worry, Wally—Jessica is here to help, not judge 💙
If you or someone you know is thinking about quitting to***co or just wants more information about available resources, Jessica is your go-to! Call 270-259-3141 ext. 125.