Geary Co Health Dept

05/04/2026

📢 Updated Office Hours – Geary County Health Department

At the April 27, 2026 meeting, the Commission approved a trial run for modified office hours across County offices.

Here are the updated hours for the Geary County Health Department:

🕗 Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
🕗 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

These new hours will begin on June 1, 2026. You’ll also see updated hours posted on the County website and on office doors in May.

We appreciate your patience during this trial period and look forward to continuing to serve our community!

04/23/2026

We want to help spread the word about the healthy food options available at our local markets! The Geary Community Farmers Market is open Thursdays from 4–7 PM, and the Junction City Main Street Market is open Saturdays from 9 AM–1 PM—both located at 9th & Washington, May through September.

Both markets participate in the Double Up Food Bucks program, helping increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables for SNAP participants.

Here’s how it works:

17 more days until the first market! Can you taste the fresh fruits and veggies??? Can you smell the fresh baked bread or cinnamon rolls?

Each week both Thursday and Saturday Junction City Markets participates in the Double Up Food Bucks program to increase access to fruits and vegetables for SNAP participants! Stop by every Thursday and Saturday to shop local and get free fruits and vegetables.
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Here’s how it works:
• BRING your SNAP-EBT card to the farmers market information tent before you shop. Market staff are there to help!
• BUY SNAP-eligible foods at the farmers market with your SNAP-EBT!
• GET free matching dollars – up to $25 per market day – to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables!

04/20/2026

We had a wonderful time at Books, Balls & Blocks event during Healthy Kids Day at the Junction City Family YMCA on Saturday! It was great connecting with so many families and sharing resources like immunizations, case management services (food/cash assistance, insurance), and car seat support.

We also spread the word about upcoming Safe Kids Geary County events happening in May and August and were happy to give away free donated formula to families in our community. Thanks to everyone who stopped by!

04/20/2026

Everyone's favorite!

04/16/2026

🐶It's National Dog Bite Prevention Week, from April 12-18, 2026.

🔗Follow these links to learn more about:
Staying healthy with dogs - https://bit.ly/4c9ikSP
How to prevent dog bites - https://bit.ly/3OfH3vw

04/09/2026

Our team was proud to be front and center at the Junction City Community Health Fair, educating seniors on the services we offer, such as immunizations, blood pressure checks, and other resources to support healthy aging. It was great connecting with our community and partnering with other organizations to share valuable information and services.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit with us!

04/08/2026

We’re excited to be part of Books, Balls, and Blocks for Healthy Kids Day at the Junction City Family YMCA! 🎉

Stop by our booth to learn more about how the Health Department supports families with resources and tips to stay healthy. We’ll have educational materials and information on services available to you and your loved ones.

We look forward to seeing you there, let’s keep our community healthy together!

03/30/2026

It’s National Cleaning Week! Did you know that liquid laundry packets are designed to dissolve in water? That means if they come into contact with a child’s wet hands or mouth, they can quickly release concentrated chemicals. Keep your little ones safe by storing these packets out of reach and sight. Always keep them in their original container with the lid securely closed.

03/20/2026

Safe Kids Geary County reminds families to know when a poisoning situation is an emergency. 🚨

If someone is having a seizure, having trouble breathing, or is unconscious,
📞 call 911 immediately.

For poison questions or non-emergencies, experts are available 24/7 at
📞 1-800-222-1222

03/19/2026

Safe Kids Geary County reminds families during National Poison Prevention Week (March 15–21) 🧼⚠️

Laundry pods and cleaning products can look colorful and fun to children, but they can be very dangerous. Always store cleaning products up high and out of reach right after using them.

If a child gets into something they shouldn’t, Poison Help is available 24/7.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222

03/18/2026

Safe Kids Geary County is sharing tips all week for National Poison Prevention Week (March 15–21)! 🔋

Items like batteries, medications, and household products can be dangerous for children if swallowed or misused. Store them safely and keep them out of reach.

If an accident happens, Poison Help is available 24/7.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222