Lewis County Health Department

Lewis County Health Department Prevent. Promote. Protect. LCHD is committed to transforming the health of Lewis County.

Public service and access to quality health care are the cornerstones of our mission - to protect, preserve, and promote the health and well-being of all county residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable. The Lewis County Health offers child, adolescent & family health; community health initiatives; homeless services; infectious disease; addictions prevention, treatment & recovery support services; and emergency medical services.

Managing diabetes takes support, and you don’t have to do it alone. Programs like DSMES help people learn practical skil...
12/01/2025

Managing diabetes takes support, and you don’t have to do it alone. Programs like DSMES help people learn practical skills, feel more confident, and improve their health. Call the Lewis County Health Department to learn more or join our next session.



💙 Get Moving With Diabetes — Starting January 9!If you’ve been wanting to move more but don’t know where to start, this ...
12/01/2025

💙 Get Moving With Diabetes — Starting January 9!
If you’ve been wanting to move more but don’t know where to start, this group is for you.
We’ll do gentle, low-impact movements together using simple American Diabetes Association videos. No workouts. No pressure. Just moving at a comfortable pace.

Fridays at 11 AM
📍 Lewis County Health Department
✔ Chair-friendly
✔ Go at your own pace
✔ Free to join

Call -796-2362 or
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/qYEgkNJoG3RpYccD8
Let’s take small steps together!

12/01/2025

🌟 FOUNDATION SPOTLIGHT 🌟

This week we are highlighting our non-profit dental partner, the Lewis County Health Department.

The Lewis County Health Department (LCHD), located in Vanceburg, Kentucky, offers clinical, environmental, and support services to the community.

Delta Dental of Kentucky is proud to support the Miles of Smiles program, where LCHD brings preventive dental care directly to schools, daycares, libraries, and Head Starts. Services include cleanings, fluoride, sealants, oral health education, and family support.

Click the link below to learn more about the Lewis County Health Department!

Stress affects more than your mood. It can raise blood sugar too. Small breaks, deep breathing, stretching, or a quiet m...
11/30/2025

Stress affects more than your mood. It can raise blood sugar too. Small breaks, deep breathing, stretching, or a quiet moment outside can help lower stress and support healthy numbers.




Prediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the diabetes range. The good news is that early ...
11/29/2025

Prediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the diabetes range. The good news is that early action can turn things around. A simple test from your provider can give you answers.




Having diabetes doesn’t mean giving up the foods you love. With planning and portion sizing, you can enjoy your favorite...
11/28/2025

Having diabetes doesn’t mean giving up the foods you love. With planning and portion sizing, you can enjoy your favorites while still taking care of your health. Balance is the key. Need help planning your meals? Download our meal planner from our website!




Carbs turn into sugar in the body, so foods like bread, pasta, tortillas, rice, and potatoes all impact blood sugar. You...
11/27/2025

Carbs turn into sugar in the body, so foods like bread, pasta, tortillas, rice, and potatoes all impact blood sugar. You don’t have to completely avoid them. Paying attention to portions can help keep numbers steady. Want to learn more? Join our next Diabetes Self-Management Class/!




Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. We will be closed from November 26-28th and reopen with regular hours on December 1...
11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. We will be closed from November 26-28th and reopen with regular hours on December 1st at 8 am.

Checking blood sugar helps you understand what works for your body. You can spot patterns after meals, during stress, or...
11/26/2025

Checking blood sugar helps you understand what works for your body. You can spot patterns after meals, during stress, or after activity. The more you learn, the easier it becomes to manage your diabetes with confidence.




Eating well doesn’t mean buying pricey foods. Affordable staples like eggs, peanut butter, canned vegetables, and frozen...
11/25/2025

Eating well doesn’t mean buying pricey foods. Affordable staples like eggs, peanut butter, canned vegetables, and frozen produce can help keep blood sugar steady. Healthy choices don’t have to break the budget.




🍪 Diabetes doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods you love.Join us on December 11th at 4:30 PM for a hands-on cooking ...
11/25/2025

🍪 Diabetes doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods you love.
Join us on December 11th at 4:30 PM for a hands-on cooking class where we’ll make no-bake peanut butter and chocolate chip cookie bites—a tasty option that fits into diabetes-friendly eating.

✨ Small class size (only 12 spots!)
✨ Learn easy skills you can use at home
✨ Great way to connect with others managing diabetes

Call 606-796-2632 to sign up and save your seat!

Diabetes affects the whole body, not just blood sugar. Regular eye checks, foot checks, and lab work help prevent proble...
11/24/2025

Diabetes affects the whole body, not just blood sugar. Regular eye checks, foot checks, and lab work help prevent problems long before they start. Staying on top of routine care is one of the best ways to stay healthy.




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185 Commercial Drive
Vanceburg, KY
41179

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 5:45pm
Friday 8am - 5:45pm

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