Coffey County Health Department

06/20/2026

Practice safe boating and fishing this summer by wearing a life vest, using proper equipment and checking for harmful algal blooms on Kansas lakes: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/777

06/19/2026

Some wounds are invisible, but that doesn't mean they aren't there. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can affect anyone and every journey through it is different. Healing takes time, patience and support. If you're living with PTSD know that you aren't alone.

Immediate support resources: https://kansaspreventioncollaborative.org/get-help/

06/18/2026

Using insect repellant is one of the easiest ways to help prevent mosquito and tick bites. Apply repellant as directed before spending time outdoors especially in wooded, grassy, or wet areas. A few seconds of your time can reduce the risk of illness spread by those little vampires.

Find what's right for you and more: https://www.epa.gov/insect-repellents

06/17/2026

In extreme heat, dress in loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothes. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun's rays.

Heat Safety: https://www.ready.gov/heat

06/17/2026

Resource for local families and day care providers that may have lost food during the power outages and are on SNAP.
(Thanks Sarah Rice)

06/16/2026

Stay healthy, steady and independent by checking your mobility and knowing your risk for a fall.

Falls don't have to be a normal part of aging, there are many steps you can take to lower your risk. Small actions today can make a big difference in your safety and independence tomorrow.

Learn more about assessing your risk and preventing falls: https://www.ncoa.org/tools/falls-free-checkup/

06/15/2026

Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. Recognizing the warning signs of stroke can help you take action in the moments that matter. Learn the signs of stroke and how to lower your risk.

Signs of stroke and stroke prevention: https://www.stroke.org/en/stroke-facts

A stroke is a medical emergency that can change lives in an instant. Stroke can happen to anyone — at any age, any time. Acting fast and getting immediate medical help is the key to recovery and reducing long-term damage.

06/12/2026

Tick season is starting in Kansas and will continue through early fall, bringing increased risk of tickborne diseases. The most common illnesses include Ehrlichiosis, Spotted Fever Rickettsioses, Lyme disease and Tularemia. Tickborne disease risk can vary depending on where you are in Kansas and the time of year. Certain ticks are more active in specific regions and seasons such as the Lone star tick, shown, which is a common tick and an aggressive biter that can spread ehrlichiosis, tularemia and Alpha-gal syndrome (the red meat allergy).

To learn more about these diseases, tick bite prevention and more visit: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/2031/Vector-Borne-Arboviral-Diseases

06/11/2026

Keep an eye on your child's vision by:
- Scheduling regular eye exams
- Using sunglasses with UV protection
- Wearing safety gear for sports
- Limiting screen time by using the 20-20-20 rule

Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/vision-health/prevention/youth-vision-problems.html

Vision problems can start at an early age. Find out how to protect your child's vision.

06/10/2026

Not all heroes wear capes. You can be a hero in your community by learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) training. In the event of cardiac arrest, CPR and AED use can double and in some cases triple a person's chance for survival.

Find an American Heart Association training near you: cpr.heart.org