Gove County Health Department

01/29/2026

5. Winter Wellness & Immune Support
As the weather gets chillier and winter flu and cold season continues, it’s important to take steps to prevent illness and to check in with you and your child’s health care providers. ❄️
To boost your winter wellness, prioritize sleep, take vitamin D supplements (with approval from your doctor), sip herbal teas to warm your body, use a humidifier to prevent nose bleeds and sore throats from dry winter air, and wash your hands regularly with warm soapy water. 🍵💤🧼
WIC also offers health care referrals and nutrition education to help your family stay healthy this season, learn more at www.signupwic.com!


A medida que el clima se vuelve más frío y continúa la temporada de resfriados y gripe invernal, es importante tomar medidas para prevenir enfermedades y mantenerse en contacto con los proveedores de atención médica tuyos y de tu hijo/a. ❄️
Para fortalecer tu bienestar durante el invierno, prioriza el descanso, toma suplementos de vitamina D (con la aprobación de tu médico), disfruta de tés herbales para mantener tu cuerpo caliente, usa un humidificador para prevenir sangrados nasales y dolor de garganta causados por el aire seco del invierno, y lávate las manos con regularidad con agua tibia y jabón. 🍵💤🧼

WIC también ofrece referencias a servicios de salud y educación en nutrición para ayudar a tu familia a mantenerse saludable esta temporada. ¡Obtén más información en www.signupwic.com
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01/27/2026

Join Our Team at Gove County Health Department!
We’re hiring a Full-Time LPN or RN to join our dedicated team!
Why Work With Us?
• Schedule: Enjoy a 4-day workweek (10-hour days) with weekends and holidays off!
• Flexibility: 40 hours per week with a schedule that works for you.
• Full Benefits: Includes KPERS retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Family Atmosphere: Work in a supportive and welcoming environment.
• Public Health Training: No public health experience? No problem! We’re happy to provide training.
What You'll Do:
• Assist with WIC services
• Administer immunizations
• Perform blood draws and other general nursing duties
• Make a real difference in community health!
If you’re looking for a fulfilling nursing role where you can grow your skills, enjoy work-life balance, and be part of a caring team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us make a difference in Gove County!
Call us today! 785-754-2147 or go to our website www.govecountyks.gov/employment Fill out an application and send your resume and application to brenda.orr@govecountyks.gov or drop it off in person.

01/26/2026

4. New Beginnings & Healthy Goals
New year, fresh start, same support 🥳Whether you’re setting out to work towards new goals in 2026 or working on getting through the winter season, WIC is here to support you and your family! 💖
We know that parenting isn’t easy—and the more people and resources you have on your team, the better. Getting started or keeping up with WIC is worth it! Set your intentions for a healthier year with WIC and a clinic near you at https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic
#2026

Nuevos comienzos y metas saludables

Año nuevo, comienzo fresco, el mismo apoyo 🥳 Ya sea que estés trabajando para alcanzar nuevas metas en 2026 o simplemente tratando de salir adelante durante la temporada de invierno, ¡WIC está aquí para apoyarte a ti y a tu familia! 💖
Sabemos que la crianza no es fácil, y mientras más personas y recursos tengas en tu equipo, mejor. ¡Comenzar o continuar con WIC vale la pena! Establece tus intenciones para un año más saludable con WIC y una clínica cerca de ti en:
https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

#2026

01/24/2026

Winter driving can be unpredictable. Make sure your vehicle is stocked with a driver emergency kit to help you stay prepared on the road. See what to include and get more winter safety tips: bit.ly/4jssgsn

01/22/2026

If you have an appointment at the Health Department and do not want to wait to fill out the paperwork, go to https://govecountyks.gov/health/ to fill out all your paperwork. Don't know what paperwork to fill out? Call us today at 785-754-2147 and ask what paperwork to fill out for your appointment.

PUBLIC HEALTH HEALTH Brenda Orr, BSN, RNPublic Health Administrator Nicole Smith, LPNLicensed Practical Nurse Kat EilertOffice Manager HoursMonday-Thursday8:00 AM – 6:30 pm FridayAppointment Only Location521 Garfield St.Quinter, Kansas ContactPhone: 785-754-2147Fax: 785-754-2163 [email protected]...

01/22/2026

3. Family Fit Lifestyle Month
It may be chilly outside but it won’t stop us from getting outside to exercise and enjoy the crisp air this winter! ❄️
Bundle up and go on a family walk together, make snowmen or angels, or try sledding! 🛷
Too cold and snowy to go outside? Try putting some fun music on and have a dance party to get some movement in! 💃🕺
Check out more indoor and outdoor winter movement ideas for the whole family: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/fun-ways-keep-kids-active-through-winter


Mes del Estilo de Vida Familiar Activo

Puede que haga frío afuera, ¡pero eso no nos detendrá de salir a hacer ejercicio y disfrutar del aire fresco este invierno! ❄️
Abríguense bien y salgan a caminar en familia, hagan muñecos o ángeles de nieve, o prueben deslizarse en trineo. 🛷
¿Hace demasiado frío o hay mucha nieve para salir? ¡Pongan música divertida y armen una fiesta de baile para moverse un poco! 💃🕺

Descubran más ideas de movimiento invernal, tanto en interiores como al aire libre, para toda la familia:
https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/fun-ways-keep-kids-active-through-winter

01/22/2026

Bitter cold, possible drifting snow could disrupt travel across Kansas this weekend

Current weather forecasts show bitterly cold temperatures and several inches of snow are expected across the state starting Friday morning and extending into Sunday. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) encourages the public to limit travel because these conditions can be dangerous for motorists as well as cause issues for highway workers who are working to clear the roads.

“We urge the public to limit travel for the safety of both motorists and our workers,” said KDOT Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Frye. “If you must travel, be prepared. Check KanDrive.gov for current road conditions before you leave. It’s maintained 24/7 and offers real-time camera views so you can see the road conditions for yourself.”

Impact on travel and road crews

Blowing snow: With extremely low temperatures, dry snow will likely blow across the highways, which can reduce visibility and potentially re-cover roads soon after they are plowed. Wind gusts up to 30 mph could cause dry snow to drift across highways.
Treatment limitations: In extreme cold, the effectiveness of salt brine and granular salts is significantly diminished. Any melting that does occur may refreeze into ice within minutes.
Be prepared

For those who must travel, inspect the vehicle; inspect fluid levels and tire pressures, and maintain a half tank of gas.
KDOT reminds motorists that frostbite can occur rapidly in these temperatures. Motorists are advised to stock an emergency kit in the vehicle before traveling.
Weather forecasts are continuing to develop; please monitor local updates. In addition to checking www.KanDrive.gov, travelers can also download the KanDrive app in the App Store or Google Play.

Reports regarding traffic incidents, winter road conditions, traffic cameras, active and planned construction, etc.

01/19/2026

2. National Birth Defects Awareness/Prevention Month
Not all birth defects can be prevented. However, there are steps you can take to help you and your baby be as healthy as you can be 🫶
🌟Get 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day
🌟Try to reduce your risk for infections, including regular hand washing
🌟Get recommended vaccines
🌟Get tested for sexually transmitted infections
🌟See a healthcare professional regularly
🌟Talk to a healthcare professional about taking any medications
🌟Avoid alcohol, to***co, and other recreational drugs
Get more information about how to stay healthy during pregnancy: https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/good-health-habits-and-birth-defects-prevention


2. Mes Nacional de Concientización y Prevención de Defectos de Nacimiento

No todos los defectos de nacimiento se pueden prevenir. Sin embargo, hay medidas que puedes tomar para ayudarte a ti y a tu bebé a estar lo más saludables posible 🫶

🌟Consume 400 microgramos (mcg) de ácido fólico todos los días
🌟Intenta reducir el riesgo de infecciones, incluyendo el lavado frecuente de manos
🌟Recibe las vacunas recomendadas
🌟Hazte pruebas para detectar infecciones de transmisión sexual
🌟Acude regularmente con un profesional de la salud
🌟Habla con un profesional de la salud sobre cualquier medicamento que estés tomando
🌟Evita el alcohol, el tabaco y otras dr**as recreativas

Obtén más información sobre cómo mantenerte saludable durante el embarazo:
https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/good-health-habits-and-birth-defects-prevention

01/15/2026

World Folic Acid Awareness Week - January 5-11
Folic Acid is an important B vitamin that helps the body make healthy new cells. While everyone needs folic acid, people who are pregnant, or plan on becoming pregnant, need extra folic acid supplementation in addition to eating vitamin-rich foods. Getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy can prevent major birth defects in a developing baby’s spine and brain.
Some foods with folic acid include:
🥬 Leafy green vegetables
🍑 Fresh, frozen, and canned fruits
🫘Dried or canned beans, fresh or frozen peas, and nuts
🍞Enriched breads, cereals, and other whole grain products
Learn more about the importance of folic acid in pregnancy: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/prenatal/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Folic-Acid.aspx
Acid

El ácido fólico es una vitamina B importante que ayuda al cuerpo a producir nuevas células saludables. Aunque todas las personas necesitan ácido fólico, quienes están embarazadas o planean quedar embarazadas necesitan una suplementación adicional de ácido fólico, además de consumir alimentos ricos en vitaminas. Obtener suficiente ácido fólico antes y durante el embarazo puede prevenir defectos congénitos graves en la columna vertebral y el cerebro del bebé en desarrollo.

Algunos alimentos que contienen ácido fólico incluyen:
🥬 Verduras de hojas verdes
🍑 Frutas frescas, congeladas y enlatadas
🫘 Frijoles secos o enlatados, chícharos frescos o congelados y nueces
🍞 Panes, cereales y otros productos integrales enriquecidos

Obtenga más información sobre la importancia del ácido fólico durante el embarazo:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/prenatal/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Folic-Acid.aspx

01/13/2026

Join Our Team at Gove County Health Department!
We’re hiring a Full-Time RN to join our dedicated team!
Why Work With Us?
• Schedule: Enjoy a 4-day workweek (10-hour days) with weekends and holidays off!
• Flexibility: 40 hours per week with a schedule that works for you.
• Full Benefits: Includes KPERS retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Family Atmosphere: Work in a supportive and welcoming environment.
• Public Health Training: No public health experience? No problem! We’re happy to provide training.
What You'll Do:
• Assist with WIC services
• Administer immunizations
• Perform blood draws and other general nursing duties
• Make a real difference in community health!
If you’re looking for a fulfilling nursing role where you can grow your skills, enjoy work-life balance, and be part of a caring team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us make a difference in Gove County!
Call us today! 785-754-2147 or go to our website www.govecountyks.gov/employment Fill out an application and send your resume and application to brenda.orr@govecountyks.gov or drop it off in person. You can also send your resume to brenda.orr@govecountyks.gov.

Gove County is an equal opportunity employer. Gove County Reserves the right to accept and refuse any applications.

01/13/2026

Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2026 Kansas Department of Health and Environment sent this bulletin at 01/13/2026 10:03 AM CST Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2026 Contact: Jill Bronaugh, KDHE Laura Rose Clawson, KDWP Kansas Fish....