Greenup County Health Department

09/02/2026

With a measles outbreak currently happening in Kentucky, it’s a good time to make sure you know the signs, understand your family’s vaccination status, and know where to turn with questions.

Not sure if your vaccinations are up to date? Have questions about measles or the MMR vaccine? GCHD is here to help! Give us a call with your questions or to schedule an appointment.

Learn more about measles from the CDC: https://buff.ly/CEY8Y8b

Stay informed. Ask questions. We’re here to help keep Greenup County healthy!

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month! 🚨💙

Emergencies can happen when we least expect them, so now is a great time to make sure you and your family are prepared. Take a few minutes this month to build or update your emergency kit with essentials like water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, chargers, first aid supplies, and anything your pets or little ones may need.

A little preparation now can make a big difference later. ✅

📲 Learn more about emergency preparedness and how to build your kit by visiting: https://www.kyem.ky.gov/home

08/31/2026

🦷 Need a little help keeping those smiles healthy? We’ve got you!

We’re celebrating our growing GCHD Dental Team with a dental kit giveaway for kids AND adults at the Greenup County Fair!

🎟️ Earn raffle tickets by:
👍 Liking this post, sharing this post, commenting and tagging friends on this post
📱 Downloading the GCHD app
🧑‍🧒 Follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram
🔈 Complete communication survey at our GCHD fair booth

Complete an activity, show us proof at our fair booth, & get your raffle ticket! The more you do, the more chances you have to win!

Our Dental Team serves Ashland, Greenup, & Russell schools, plus various Head Starts and daycares, & we want to reach even more kids! Know a school that could benefit? Encourage them to reach out to us!

Think your child may qualify? Call 606-473-9838 to find out!

Learn more here: https://buff.ly/C8pSD8Z

Come see us at the fair & keep Greenup County smiling! 😁🦷💚

08/29/2026

www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx

Health officials have identified potential measles exposures in Richmond and Olive Hill, Kentucky. An unvaccinated, out-of-state traveler visited several establishments in these communities on August 24, August 27, and August 28, 2026.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles. Immunization against measles comes through the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

If you believe you may have been exposed to measles:
-Check your immunity: Verify if you have received the MMR vaccine or have medical proof of immunity.

-Monitor yourself for symptoms: watch for high fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes, and a rash for 21 days following the exposure.

-Contact your health care provider: Call your doctor or the local health department immediately if you develop symptoms or have questions.

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

08/28/2026

Food Score Friday is here! Here are this week's inspection scores:

Jersey Mike's Subs 100
Pappys Cookin' 96
Wendy's Russell 98
Wing's ETC. 97

Also Inspected:
Best Western River Cities Pool 100 - Reopened

Have a concern? Visit this link to file a food complaint! https://redcap.chfs.ky.gov/surveys/?s=FAW4DLJJKK

08/27/2026

Need a TB Skin Test? Greenup Health Department is here for you!

We offer TB skin testing for work, school, preventive care, FIVCO, Michelle P. Waiver requirements, and more. Whatever your reason may be, our staff is here to help you get the testing you need.

Please remember: TB skin tests must be read within 48–72 hours for accurate results.

Call us today for more information or to schedule!

📞 (606) 473-9838

08/26/2026

🩸 Give blood and help save lives! ❤️

The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, September 15, in the Health Education Room at the Greenup County Health Department.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 1:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 806 Seaton Avenue, Greenup, KY

Please note: The Greenup County Health Department is only providing the location for this event. All appointments must be scheduled directly through the American Red Cross, we cannot schedule appointments through the health department.

Schedule your appointment by:

🌐 Visiting RedCrossBlood.org and enter “greenup”
📞 Calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
📱 Using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App

Donors can also receive exclusive Hello Kitty and Friends merchandise while supplies last! 🎀

08/25/2026

💗 Your health, your choices, your future!

Greenup County Health Department offers caring and confidential Family Planning and Women’s Health services, including contraceptives, pregnancy tests, STI testing and treatment, reproductive health screenings and exams, health education, and more!

📞 Call 606-473-9838 to schedule your appointment today.

08/24/2026

🍓🥬 Blend up a healthy start to the school year! 🌈

A colorful smoothie is an easy way to add more fruits and vegetables to your day. Different colors provide different vitamins and nutrients that help fuel your body and support a healthy immune system.

Try our Back-to-School Smoothie recipe and remember, the more color, the more nutrition! 💚💜🧡

What are your favorite smoothie ingredients? Share them in the comments! 👇

08/24/2026

The Greenup County Health Department is accepting applications for a Full-Time
Support Services Associate I.

Starting Salary: $13.50-$16.79/hr. Negotiable with additional experience. Grade 10

A full listing of qualifications may be obtained at
https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dafm/lhpb/Pages/merit.aspx
or
https://greenupchdky.gov/employment-opportunities/.

Apply at
https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS.

Completed application must be submitted by close of business (1:00 p.m.) Friday, 9/11/2026. Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.