Clay County Health Department

Clay County Health Department Our Mission is to protect and promote the health of Clay County Kansas Residents.

☀️ September is National Preparedness Month! 🚨Being prepared means knowing how to protect yourself, your loved ones, and...
09/04/2026

☀️ September is National Preparedness Month! 🚨

Being prepared means knowing how to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your pets before an emergency happens. This month, we’re highlighting the importance of being ready for hazards like extreme heat. 🌡️

Extreme heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults, young children, people with certain health conditions, and pets. Take steps to stay safe:

💧 Drink plenty of fluids
🌳 Find shade and take breaks from the heat
🏠 Know where you can go to stay cool
🐾 Make sure pets have plenty of water and shade
🚗 Never leave children, adults, or pets in a parked vehicle
❤️ Check on family members, neighbors, and those who may need extra support

Preparedness starts with small steps today that can make a big difference tomorrow. Stay informed, stay safe, and stay prepared!

📍 Clay County Health Department is proud to support our community in building a healthier, safer, and more prepared Clay County.

☀️ SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH! 🚨Preparedness starts with knowing what to do before an emergency happens. T...
09/02/2026

☀️ SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH! 🚨

Preparedness starts with knowing what to do before an emergency happens. This month, we’re encouraging everyone to take simple steps to protect yourself, your family, and your community.

🌡️ Know the signs of heat-related illness:
💛 Heat Cramps – Muscle pains or spasms
🧡 Heat Exhaustion – Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and more
❤️ Heat Stroke – A life-threatening emergency requiring immediate medical attention

Even as summer begins to wind down, extreme heat can still be dangerous. Knowing the warning signs and how to respond can make a difference when every minute matters.

📋 Make a plan. Build a kit. Stay informed. Know the risks.
Preparedness isn't just for major disasters it’s about being ready for the emergencies that can happen in our everyday lives.

🏠 Preparedness Starts at Home!

📚❤️ Building Little Readers, One Book at a Time!We had a very special visitor at the Clay County Health Department today...
08/28/2026

📚❤️ Building Little Readers, One Book at a Time!

We had a very special visitor at the Clay County Health Department today!

Alice Bachand, representing the Nathan Edson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), stopped by to donate 100 children’s books to CCHD! 📖

These books will be given to children who visit our clinic, helping us encourage early literacy and giving our littlest visitors something special to take home and enjoy.

At CCHD, we know that healthy children are about more than vaccines, checkups, and screenings. Reading with young children helps build language skills, strengthens family connections, encourages learning, and can help create a lifelong love of books. ❤️

We are incredibly grateful to Alice and the Nathan Edson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for investing in Clay County children and families.

100 books = 100 opportunities to put a book in a child's hands 📚✨

Thank you for helping us encourage healthy kids AND growing readers!

💗 **Calling all January 2027 moms-to-be!** 💗Our next **Becoming a Mom®** group starts **TUESDAY!** 🎉If your little one i...
08/24/2026

💗 **Calling all January 2027 moms-to-be!** 💗

Our next **Becoming a Mom®** group starts **TUESDAY!** 🎉

If your little one is due in **January 2027**, this is your chance to connect, learn, ask questions, and feel more prepared for the months ahead.

📅 **Tuesday, August 25**
⏰ **6:00 PM**
📍 **Clay County Health Department**

We’ll start with **Session 1**, covering healthy pregnancy habits, prenatal care, nutrition, vitamins and supplements, preparing for baby, and more.

Bring your questions—and feel free to bring your support person, too! 💕

**I can’t wait to meet our newest group of moms and get started!** 🤰💗

🤰 **Expecting a little one? Let us help you prepare for the journey ahead!** 💜The **Becoming a Mom® Prenatal Classes** a...
08/04/2026

🤰 **Expecting a little one? Let us help you prepare for the journey ahead!** 💜

The **Becoming a Mom® Prenatal Classes** are designed to provide expectant parents with the knowledge, confidence, and support needed for a healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting.

During this FREE 6-session program, you'll learn about:
👶 Healthy Pregnancy
🍼 Labor & Delivery
💚 Caring for Your Baby
🌸 Postpartum Adjustment
🥄 Feeding Your Baby
🤝 Support & Community Resources

📅 **Upcoming Class Dates:**
• August 11, 2026 – For December 2026 due dates
• August 18, 2026 – For January 2027 due dates
• September 15, 2026 – For February 2027 due dates
• October 20, 2026 – For March 2027 due dates

🕕 Classes are approximately **2 hours long**, and **incentives are provided** for attending and completing the class series!

📍 **Space is limited, so register today!**
📞 Call **785-632-3193**
📧 Email **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])**

Every family deserves a strong start. Let us help you prepare for one of life's greatest adventures! 💕

📚🎒 Back-to-School Fair is Almost Here! ✏️🍎The Clay County Health Department is excited to be at the Clay Center Elks Lod...
07/29/2026

📚🎒 Back-to-School Fair is Almost Here! ✏️🍎

The Clay County Health Department is excited to be at the Clay Center Elks Lodge Back-to-School Fair on Tuesday, August 4, from 5:30–7:00 PM!

We'll be there to help families get immunization-ready for the upcoming school year. Whether you have questions about required school vaccines or want to make sure your child is up to date, our team is here to help!

🎒 Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Clay Center Elks Lodge – 611 5th Street

Students Pre-K through 8th Grade can receive FREE school supplies while supplies last! (First come, first served.)

We look forward to seeing you there and helping your family start the school year healthy, prepared, and ready to learn! 💙

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💉 Fewer Shots. More Protection. 💉✨Did you know the Clay County Health Department offers combination vaccines to help pro...
07/28/2026

💉 Fewer Shots. More Protection. 💉

✨Did you know the Clay County Health Department offers combination vaccines to help protect children and teens against multiple diseases with fewer injections!

We currently offer:
✅ MenABCWY
✅ Vaxelis
✅ Pentacel
✅ MMRV
✅ Kinrix
✅ Pediarix

💉Combination vaccines are a safe, effective way to stay up to date on immunizations while reducing the number of shots needed during a visit. That means less stress for parents, fewer tears for kids, and more protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. 🩷

😃Our team is here to answer your questions and help keep your family healthy. Call the Clay County Health Department to schedule an appointment or learn more about which vaccines are recommended for your child. 785-632-3193 📞

💙 Protecting our community, one vaccine at a time.💙

☀️ Extreme Heat Safety Tips ☀️When temperatures rise, it's important to take steps to protect yourself and those around ...
07/27/2026

☀️ Extreme Heat Safety Tips ☀️

When temperatures rise, it's important to take steps to protect yourself and those around you. 🌡️❤️

Here are a few simple ways to stay safe:
💧 Drink plenty of water! Even if you don't feel thirsty!
🏠 Stay in air-conditioned buildings whenever possible.
👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
🧢 Protect yourself from the sun with a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
⏰ Avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
👶👵 Check on older adults, young children, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable.
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle, even for a minute!

Know the warning signs of heat-related illness, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, confusion, or excessive sweating. If someone shows signs of heat stroke, call 911 immediately.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe this summer! ☀️💙

🩺 Could you have Hepatitis C and not know it?Hepatitis C often has no symptoms for years, but a simple screening can det...
07/23/2026

🩺 Could you have Hepatitis C and not know it?
Hepatitis C often has no symptoms for years, but a simple screening can detect it early—when treatment is most effective.
Did you know? All adults 18 years of age and older should be screened for Hepatitis C at least once in their lifetime. Additional screening may be recommended for people with certain risk factors.
This World Hepatitis Day, take a moment to learn who should be screened and take an important step toward protecting your health.
🎉 FREE Hepatitis C screenings will be available on Tuesday, July 28, at the Clay County Health Department. Screenings are by appointment only, please call 785-632-3193 today to schedule your FREE screening!
Together, we can create healthier communities through awareness, early detection, and treatment.

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820 Spellman Cir
Clay Center, KS
67432

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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