Wayne County Health Department, Wayne, WV

02/25/2026

If your child has an itchy scalp, you may want to check them for head lice! If you find it, follow these steps to get rid of it and keep it from coming back!

02/23/2026

Keeping your mouth, mind, and body busy can help you overcome cravings. Here are five things to do when you feel the urge to smoke:
- Hydrate
- Eat a healthy snack
- Meditate
- Call a quit buddy or Quitline
- Take a walk

Read more here: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/quit-stay-quit/kick-cravings-by-staying-busy

02/23/2026

Our nurse is out of the office this afternoon!
Clinic hours will resume tomorrow morning

02/19/2026

This American Heart Month, take a moment to check in on the numbers that matter most to your health. Monitoring your blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart rate can help detect concerns early—often before symptoms appear!

02/18/2026

Every bottle, can, and piece of paper you recycle helps keep our community clean and our environment healthy. Do your part—sort it right and recycle today! ♻️

02/16/2026

Cigarette smoke damages nearly all of your organs, but it is especially harmful to your heart. The chemicals found in to***co smoke contaminate the blood cells and interfere with the heart’s ability to deliver oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body, leading to a number of dangerous health conditions.

Read more here: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/quit-stay-quit/quit-smoking-for-your-heart

02/13/2026

Healthy habits don’t have to be overwhelming. Even the smallest steps, done consistently, can make a lasting impact on your heart health and overall well-being.

Start where you are, stay consistent, and build a routine your heart will thank you for!

02/11/2026

Moving your body each day is one of the best ways to support a healthy heart. Whether it’s a walk, a workout, or simply staying active, small steps can lead to big benefits over time!

02/10/2026

We're sorry we missed Quit Monday yesterday, but any day is a good day to quit to***co!

Just because you aren’t under the same roof or visiting with your loved ones, doesn’t mean you can’t rely on them to support you through your quit journey. A virtual check-in system allows you to use your personal social network, as well as professional guidance, to keep you committed to your quit during American Heart Month and beyond.

Click here to read more: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/quit-stay-quit/get-a-little-heart-help-from-your-friends

02/06/2026

The Wayne County Health Department is closing at 12:30pm today.
Stay safe!

02/06/2026