Purchase District Health Department

04/07/2026

Most people with diabetes can prevent serious foot problems.
Check your feet every day for cuts, redness, swelling, sores, blisters, corns, or calluses.

Wash your feet every day in warm (not hot) water and dry them well.

Never go barefoot, even inside.

Wear shoes that fit well and always wear socks.

Trim your toenails straight across and smooth out sharp edges with a nail file.

Don't try to remove corns or calluses yourself.

Get your feet checked at every health care visit and visit your foot doctor at least once a year.

04/07/2026

🚨 Overdoses are preventable. Lives are savable. 🫶
Be the reason someone gets another tomorrow. ❤️
If you or someone you know is at risk of an opioid overdose, having naloxone can make all the difference. This life-saving medication can reverse an overdose in minutes.
🌟 Find naloxone near you today: FindNaloxone.ky.gov
📲 Scan the QR code below to learn more and get access to naloxone.

Naloxone is available at PDHD- Just walk in and request some at the front desk or ask to speak to someone in harm reduction! PDHD also provides in person Narcan training for individuals and groups if requested.

Together, we can save lives. Share this post to spread the word! 💙

04/06/2026

April 6th - April 12th, 2026, is National Public Health Week!
Public health touches every part of our lives — from clean water and safe neighborhoods to preventive care that keeps illness at bay. This week, we honor the dedicated professionals working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our communities healthy and thriving.

04/06/2026

🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT 🚨

A nationwide alert has been issued for frozen, dinosaur-shaped ready-to-eat chicken nuggets due to unsafe levels of lead.

The chicken nuggets were produced on Feb. 10, 2026 and shipped to Walmart locations nationwide. The following product is subject to the public health alert:

• 29-oz. bags (about 36 pieces) of Great Value Fully Cooked Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets
• “Best If Used By” Date: Feb 10, 2027
• Lot Code: 0416DPO1215
• Establishment Number: P44164 (found on the back of the bag)

⚠️ Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

Learn more: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-frozen-dinosaur-shaped-ready-eat-chicken-nuggets-due

📞 Questions about food safety? Contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854 or email MPHotline@usda.gov.

📝 To report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, visit: https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/

04/06/2026

Find a smokefree way to cope with stress this by taking a moment to ground yourself in the sensory experiences around you. Learn more about this practice at:
https://ow.ly/oWRu50YzOwl

1-800-Quit-Now

04/03/2026

04/02/2026

Purchase District Health Department is hiring Public Health Nurses.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, this is a great opportunity to consider. Our nurses play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of the communities we serve through education, prevention, and direct care.

Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced nurse seeking a change of pace, we offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Apply today to join a team that is committed to making a difference in public health.

https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CHFS?locations=38340bf5db821005c30f8f51d9a30000

04/02/2026

🌟 April is Alcohol Awareness Month! 🌟

At PDHD, we’re here for support and to help reduce the risks associated with alcohol use and promote healthier choices. 💙
Did you know?
👉 Drinking too much, too often can harm your body, mind, and relationships.
👉 Harm reduction strategies, like pacing your drinks, staying hydrated, or setting limits, can help you stay safe.
Our Harm Reduction Tips:
🍹 Alternate alcoholic drinks with water or non-alcoholic options.
⏱️ Pace yourself for example: try one drink per hour instead of multiple at once.
🍽️ Eat before and during drinking to slow alcohol absorption.
🚫 Never drink and drive- have a plan for a safe ride home.
💬 Check in with friends- support each other to make safer choices.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. 💛 Reach out for help:
📞 2705594800 (call or text)

Or visit us at 916 Kentucky Ave, Paducah Ky 42003

Together, we can reduce harm and build a healthier community. Share this post to spread awareness! 🫶

04/02/2026

📢 Important Update from the Purchase District Health Department!

Beginning May 2026, the Harm Reduction Hub at our Fulton County location will begin operating on the first Thursday of each month instead of the first Wednesday! 🎉

🗓 New Walk-in Hours:
➡️ First Thursday of every month
➡️ 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM CST
(Closed for lunch: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM)
📍 Location:
350 Browder Street, Fulton, KY 42041
📞 Office: (270) 472-1982
📱 Cell: (270) 559-4800

Harm Reduction Services Available at the Fulton Location:
✅ Connection to care
✅ Referrals to services/treatment
✅ Peer support services

Services Offered at All Health Department Centers:
Narcan & Fentanyl Test Strips (Training and Distribution)
Deterra Drug Disposal Kits
Wound Care Kits
Basic Hygiene Kits
Safer S*x Supplies
Sharps Containers
HIV/HCV Testing
Infectious Disease Education

🌟 Mark your calendars! We’re here to serve and support our community. 💙 For more information, feel free to contact us- call or text 270-559-4800!

04/01/2026

Know your risk in '26 for Prediabetes. There is still time to take the risk test and get a free t-shirt (while supplies last). https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/knowyourrisk

04/01/2026

💙 Take Down To***co Day is all about raising awareness of the harms of to***co and empowering youth to push for a healthier, to***co‑free future. Sharing this to help spread the message.
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It's ***co National Day of Action! ⚡️

To***co companies are aggressively marketing deadly and addictive products while raking in billions of dollars in profits. They’re lying and fooling people into a lifetime of addiction, disease and death. But we’re not fooled, and today, we’re calling them out!

Join young advocates and communities across the country as we call for change!