Monroe County Health Department

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the staff at Monroe County Health Department

11/26/2025

11/24/2025

Helpful tips to keep everyone safe this Thanksgiving.

11/22/2025

Get those turkeys ready safely!!! 🦃

11/20/2025

Winter is right around the bend Monroe County. Get your car winter ready before it starts.
Fully check and winterize your vehicle before the winter season begins. Carry a Winter Storm Survival Kit that includes the following:

Mobile phone, charger, batteries
Blankets/sleeping bags
Flashlight with extra batteries
First-aid kit
Knife
High-calorie, non-perishable food
Extra clothing to keep dry
Large empty can to use as emergency toilet, tissues, toilet paper and paper towels
Small can and waterproof matches to melt snow for drinking water
Sack of sand or cat litter for traction
Shovel
Windshield scraper and brush
Tool kit
Tow rope
Battery booster cables
Water container
Candle and matches to provide light and in an emergency, lifesaving heat.
Compass and road maps, don't depend on mobile devices with limited battery life

11/19/2025

Please remember as so many families are expecting new bundles of joy. Healthy adults may not even know if they are infected with RSV and able to spread it to babies. Although it is very tempting, respect parent's wishes if they ask you not to kiss their babies.

11/06/2025

🍞 In Times of Uncertainty, We Come Together ❤️

In times of uncertainty, our community continues to care for one another. Below is a list of Blessing Boxes and Food Pantries located throughout the county are available for anyone in need — open to take what you need and leave what you can.

Local Food Pantries are also here to help provide groceries and essential items to individuals and families facing tough times.

Together, we can make sure no one goes hungry. If you know of a Blessing Box or Food Pantry in your area, please share its location in the comments below so others can find support nearby. 💛

11/05/2025

Protect yourself this respiratory season!

It's Cold and Flu season again! 🤧 If you haven't already, get your flu shot. Be sure to wash your hands frequently, stay away from others if you or they are sick, and eat, rest and exercise regularly to stay well.