Laurel County Health Department

04/30/2026

Stress is a physical, mental, or emotional condition in response to everyday stressors as well as traumatic events.️ Stress is not necessarily a bad thing. We want you to know, you’re not alone. Visit our website to find out what helps.
https://lchd.crediblemind.com/topics/stress/learn-more

04/30/2026

Are you struggling to get your kids to eat healthy foods? Inspire them to try new foods that they can cook themselves. Try some great Cooking with Kids recipes.

Available in Santa Fe, NM at Collected Works and Santa Fe School of Cooking. Also available online at UNM Press or Amazon.

04/29/2026

Sometimes the issue is we “know” what to do, but actually “doing it” and putting healthy meal planning in practice for diabetes is the key! Simplify your meal planning with the Diabetes Plate Method.

The Diabetes Plate is the easiest way to create healthy meals that can help you manage your blood glucose (blood sugar). You can create meals with a healthy balance of vegetables, protein, and carbohydrates—without any counting, calculating, weighing, or measuring. All you need is a nine-inch plat...

04/29/2026

May is National Physical Activity and Sports Month. Get your kids moving to boost their health.

04/28/2026

When you have diabetes, you have a lot on your mind. Learn about navigating your emotions with diabetes.

We’re here to help! With diabetes, you have a lot on your mind. We have right tools to find behavioral health providers or health professionals to seek help.

04/28/2026

Hey Kentucky! Did you know?April 24–30 is World Immunization Week, a time to recognize how vaccines help protect people of all ages, from babies to grandparents. Talk with your healthcare provider about recommended vaccines, or visit the KYIR Public Portal to check if everyone is up to date: https://kyirpublicportal.ky.gov/

04/28/2026

🌳🦠 Did you know that Alpha Gal Syndrome is a serious allergy triggered by tick bites? 🌿🐾 This condition can cause life-threatening reactions to mammal products like red meat, dairy and certain non-food products.

To protect yourself:
- Use EPA registered insect repellents! 🧴
- Treat your clothes and boots with permethrin. 👖👢
- Change clothes and check for ticks after being in grassy or wooded areas. 🌲

Remember, not every tick bite leads to Alpha Gal, but if you suspect you might have it, consult your healthcare provider. Stay safe out there! 🩺💚

04/28/2026

Children are curious. They know where you keep your guns. Lock them up in a safe place.

04/27/2026

How to prepare for a low blood sugar emergency and avoid a trip to the hospital.

Here’s how to recognize and treat severe hypoglycemia quickly – with emergency glucagon – and avoid a trip to the hospital.

04/27/2026

The KY Moms MATR program invites all expectant mothers and moms who are up to 12 months postpartum to attend a FREE education class! All eligible participants will receive a $25 Walmart gift card for attending. To register for a class, simply call 606-337-2070.
Serving the counties of Bell, Clay, Harlan, Jackson, Laurel, Knox, Rockcastle, and Whitley Counties.

04/27/2026

Eating healthy at home.

Transform your family's diet with our guide to healthy eating at home. We show you how to easily boost nutrition and get your kids involved.

04/26/2026

Which foods have more sugar?

Trying to eat less sugar? Find out where it may be hiding in your diet.