Muhlenberg County Health Department

08/15/2026

Regular physical activity is one of the best things women can do for their health. Staying active can help lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and depression. It also helps maintain a healthy weight, builds strength and endurance, and boosts overall well-being. Whether it's walking, biking, dancing, or strength training, every move counts toward a healthier you. Learn more at: womenshealth.gov/getting-active/how-be-active-health.
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08/14/2026

On Aug. 13, 2026, Kentucky health officials confirmed a case of measles in Christian County. This is the first confirmed case of measles in a Kentucky resident since January.

The individual was not vaccinated against measles and is believed to have been exposed through contact with an out-of-state visitor from a community with an ongoing measles outbreak.

Additional unconfirmed reports of measles have led health officials to suspect an outbreak.

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles. The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe, effective, and widely available in Kentucky.

To read the press release, please visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/News/Documents/Kentucky%20Health%20Officials%20Report%20Measles%20Case%20Suspect%20Outbreak.pdf

For more information about measles, please visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx

08/13/2026

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/whole-foods-market-announces-recall-select-salsas-guacamole-pico-de-gallo-and-prepared-foods

AUSTIN, Texas — Whole Foods Market is recalling select products from its Produce and Prepared Foods departments that contain jalapeños sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors due to potential Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections...

08/13/2026

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/omas-pride-voluntarily-recalls-one-lot-woof-complete-canine-chicken-recipe-6-lb-bag-because-possible

Oma's Pride of Avon, Connecticut, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe, 6 lb bag (Lot BB012729) because it is contaminated with Salmonella.

08/12/2026

Team Kentucky is committed to protecting the health and safety of all Kentuckians, including by promoting childhood vaccines, which help protect every child’s chance to grow up healthy.

No changes have been made to Kentucky’s vaccine requirements for children to attend school or daycare, and childhood vaccines continue to be covered by insurance in accordance with state and federal law. Medical and religious exemptions are still allowed.
Decades of research show that routine childhood vaccines are safe and effective when given according to the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations. There is no new evidence to support changing the recommended immunization schedule for children.

The Kentucky Department for Public Health encourages families to talk with their pediatrician or other trusted health care provider about recommended vaccines and how best to protect their children and loved ones.

More information is available at: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/Pages/immunization.aspx.

08/12/2026

Did you know that 58% of caregivers say their child rides with another driver at least once a week? But 30% of carpool drivers admit they don’t always follow safety rules, like using seat belts or the appropriate car seat or booster. And 80% of caregivers have noticed others doing the same. No matter who's driving, no matter how short the car ride is, make sure every ride is a safe one. Everyone in your car should be buckled up, using the right car seat, booster seat, or seat belt for their age and size.

08/12/2026

With the school year beginning, it’s a great time to reinforce safe walking habits.

🚸 Teach children to look left, right, and left again and to keep watching as they cross.

📵 Encourage “heads up, phones down” to avoid distractions.

🚶‍♀️‍➡️ Always use sidewalks and crosswalks, and make eye contact with drivers before stepping into the street.

🚗 Remind kids to stay alert for turning or backing vehicles and to never run into the road or cross between parked cars.

👧 Children under 10 should always cross with an adult.

🔦 When it’s dark, help them stay visible with bright or reflective clothing.

Let’s all stay alert, model safe habits, and work together to keep every child safe on their walk to and from school. Did you know? Males account for more than 6 in 10 fatal pedestrian injuries among children.

Check out our Fast Facts on Pedestrian Safety:https://www.safekids.org/sites/default/files/documents/fast_facts_-_2025-_pedestrian_injuries_updated.pdf

08/10/2026

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/lexunder-inc-recalls-food-live-brand-green-powder-products-because-possible-health-risk

Lexunder Inc., doing business as Food To Live of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Food to Live brand green powder products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and