Stafford County Health Department - Kansas

04/25/2026

Do you have questions about your child’s car seat or how to install it? We have two child passenger safety technicians that can help! Let us help you keep your family safe in the car!

Safety first around here! Is your child using the right car seat for his/her age, weight and height? Use the NHTSA Car Seat Finder to learn more: https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/right-seat

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

04/25/2026

You are important. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 for immediate support. This free and confidential service is available 24/7.

For more resources: https://kansaspreventioncollaborative.org/get-help/

04/24/2026

We are just 12 days away from the Community Baby Shower that will be held on May 6th from 3:30 - 5:30! Mark your calendar for this fun and educational event!

04/24/2026

Type 2 diabetes, the most common type of diabetes, can lead to serious health complications if left unmanaged. Help manage your diabetes by healthy eating, physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight. Early management can make all the difference.

Manage your diabetes: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/877/Manage-Your-Type-2-Diabetes

04/23/2026

Today, we're highlighting our Solid Waste department, a very important part of the health of our County.

04/23/2026

Do you need lab work for an upcoming doctor's appointment? We offer health fair labs daily at our office Monday - Friday. Give us a call to schedule at 620-549-3504.

04/23/2026

Exercise comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be a walk around your neighborhood, a quick workout or playing with your kids. The movement is all that matters.

Tips for staying active: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/exercise-and-physical-activity/tips-getting-and-staying-active-you-age

04/22/2026

Today is WIC Wednesday! Give us a call to see if you qualify for WIC, or to schedule an appointment - 620-549-3504.

04/22/2026

Noise induced hearing loss is permanent, but it's also 100% preventable. Protect your hearing by lowering the volume, taking listening breaks and wearing ear protection when needed.

More about noise induced hearing loss: https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/noise-induced-hearing-loss

04/21/2026

Noxious w**d and Environmental Services play an important role in the upkeep of our County.

04/21/2026

Today is our exam day with our Nurse Practitioner! If you have reproductive health concerns, would like a form of birth control, or need a well woman exam, give us a call to get on the schedule. She will be here from 8:00 - 12:00. Our number is 620-549-3504.

04/21/2026

Any dog can bite if it is feeling scared, threatened, defending something or if it is feeling unwell.
Follow these links to learn more about:
Staying healthy with dogs - https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/about/dogs.html
How to prevent dog bites - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMszZOQAqfuVriBrbJxQdGzeoIq0d_G22