Leavenworth County Health Department

Leavenworth County Health Department Protecting and promoting the health and well-being of our community through comprehensive public health services, education, and health promotion efforts.

Committed to ensuring a healthier tomorrow for Leavenworth County residents.

Happy National Breastfeeding Month! Childcare providers play a critical role in helping families meet their breastfeedin...
08/17/2026

Happy National Breastfeeding Month! Childcare providers play a critical role in helping families meet their breastfeeding goals. We know 25% of mothers return to work within 2 weeks after having a baby! Returning to work is a huge barrier to meeting breastfeeding goals. Childcare should not be another barrier!

Here are a few simple ways to let your breastfeeding families know your childcare program is here to help!

• Take a free online course from KCCTO, earn 2 clock hours, and let your families know who has additional training to support them. Also given in Spanish. https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourcape.org%2Fproduct%2Fhow-to-support-breastfeeding-mothers-and-families%2F01tPH000008twaUYAQ&data=eJxtjc0KwjAQhJ-mvaWkKtZLDj0onkQRBY9rmv5Qkw2bjaFvbzwKDnNYhtlvtNo2TQ-7VdPIWtZlp14G3sYlJB41RsdLNeC7tArvp72lazvM8lQGBXYpNnIOTzIQuDemm9xQIQ0lKQ0WiCeXC_9pUY3MPhTrtlgdslNK1YKRNHjzZeTIE3ZRc75GTIJRhOh9xoifQWGRR0NBgOtED3Z6TSbkH1nz-Si_2nGC26O9fAB_r1Je
• Stand out from the crowd! Become a “Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider.” Learn more https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fksbreastfeeding.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F07%2FBFCCD-Toolkit-Update-07-2024.pdf&data=eJxtTMkOgyAU_Bq5YdCa0guH1tajly53CrhE4RF4avz70rvJZLZMRokz5528lJyzghVEi9nI1bgNAg4KFod73sNKrIBP-7Dhee0n1pIopN2zik3xG4yM2BmjR9fnEHoShJJWBhxdGhy_LWJA9DE7XbOySTi4Se3mqQKHxmEKi59B6phcycoqCeOJbk1d3-kLYJ5GpG-vJRrKOP1vcq-7H9BvS5o
• Take the pledge and display “Breastfeeding Welcome Here” window decals and table tents at entrances and public spaces. https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fksbreastfeeding.org%2Fpublic-breastfeeding-in-kansas%2F&data=eJxtjL0OgyAURp8GNgzapnRhcKijS5PuV0QkyMXwY-Pbl7WJyTed7-Qo-RBigWcnBG95S2e5aTg0fkPMqwoF89mYcFAvw2d8-fjujeMjTRL8Se7cpSlqSHnRerZomhANjVKBh5gtVuG6VuSa857IrSfdUHeRqXQv02YV-7uYReYAE6Qq_ACEwUNY
• Invite breastfeeding parents to breastfeed their child onsite at drop-off, lunch, or pick up.
• Order “Breastfeeding 911” cards and other educational materials, along with words of encouragement, for parents who need breastfeeding support! https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2FSupply_Order&data=eJxtjLEOgyAURb9GRoK2KV0YHNrRDiZdG4pPNArPPEDC35cPaHLPcnJyjbpJOet7J6VoRcsmtYM-wWekuBhMPhZu8WRO4Xt4OBp7u4mBBaVdaa5iC18CHeIMMK3eciTLSBntNMXV1-D_W1JLjEdoLn3TPetyzjwkOqE49BsUbtBVTZUxHcdePi-agH52NT2b

This information is brought to you by the Leavenworth County Women, Infants, Children (WIC) program which serves income eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, and infants and children up to age five. WIC provides participants with healthy foods, nutrition education and referrals to other available services. Contact 913-250-2040 for more information about the WIC program.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

DID YOU KNOW?Which of these services can you get at your local Health Department?A. Blood pressure checksB. STI testingC...
08/12/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

Which of these services can you get at your local Health Department?

A. Blood pressure checks
B. STI testing
C. TB testing
D. Immunizations
E. ALL OF THE ABOVE!

🎉 Answer: E — ALL OF THE ABOVE!

We're more than you might think! ❤️

The Leavenworth County Health Department offers a variety of programs, services, and resources designed to support the health and well-being of our community.

Our programs include:

• Child Care Licensing
• Women's Health
• Kansas Maternal & Child Health
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Immunizations
• Teen Pregnancy Targeted Case Management
• Pregnancy Maintenance Initiative

We also offer additional health services, including:

• Free blood pressure screenings
• Cholesterol screening and counseling
• Communicable disease control
• Court-ordered paternity testing
• Diabetic screening and counseling
• Head lice checks
• Health education materials and programs
• PKU newborn screening
• Sickle cell testing and counseling
• SIDS education and referrals
• Tuberculosis follow-up

And if you need a service that we don't provide, we'll help connect you with the appropriate resources in our community.

The Health Department isn't just a place to get a vaccine, we're here to help keep Leavenworth County healthy! 💙

What service surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!

🚨☀️ EXTREME HEAT WARNING | LEAVENWORTH COUNTY ☀️🚨An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Leavenworth County through 8:0...
08/11/2026

🚨☀️ EXTREME HEAT WARNING | LEAVENWORTH COUNTY ☀️🚨

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Leavenworth County through 8:00 PM Friday, August 14. Dangerous heat is expected to continue throughout the week. Please take precautions to stay safe, stay hydrated, and limit prolonged exposure to the heat.

Several locations throughout Leavenworth County are available for those who need a place to cool down during operating hours.

🚨 PLEASE REMEMBER: These locations are businesses and public facilities, not 24/7 emergency shelters. Please be courteous to staff, follow facility rules, and be mindful of operating hours.

COOLING CENTER LOCATIONS:

📍 Leavenworth County Health Department Hallway
500 Eisenhower Rd., Leavenworth, KS
🕗 Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

📍 Riverfront Community Center
123 S. Esplanade St., Leavenworth, KS
🕛 Monday–Friday: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
🕛 Saturday: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
🕐 Sunday: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Please check before going. The Riverfront Community Center serves as a cooling center only under certain circumstances.

📍 Basehor Community Library
1400 N. 158th St., Basehor, KS 66007
🕘 Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
🕘 Friday–Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
🕐 Sunday: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

📍 Lansing Community Library
730 1st Terrace, Suite 1, Lansing, KS 66043
🕘 Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
🕚 Saturday: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

📍 Tonganoxie Public Library
217 E. 4th St., Tonganoxie, KS 66086
🕘 Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
🕘 Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
🕐 Sunday: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

📍 City of Linwood – City Hall Gymnasium
306 Main St., Linwood, KS 66052
🕗 Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

🚨 HEAT SAFETY REMINDERS 🚨

• Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
• Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, especially between 10 AM and 6 PM.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing.
• Never leave children or pets inside a vehicle.
• Check on elderly family members, neighbors, young children, and those without reliable air conditioning.

🚨 KNOW THE SIGNS OF A HEAT EMERGENCY 🚨

Confusion, loss of consciousness, hot or dry skin, difficulty breathing, or other severe symptoms may indicate a life-threatening heat-related emergency. Call 911 immediately.

Please share this information to help make sure everyone in our community knows where they can go to escape the heat.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and look out for one another, Leavenworth County!

Did you know the Leavenworth County Health Department offers laboratory blood draw services which means you do not have ...
08/06/2026

Did you know the Leavenworth County Health Department offers laboratory blood draw services which means you do not have to make that long drive to Kansas City?

Our Health Department has a dedicated laboratory technician available to perform blood draws with a valid provider’s order, even if you are not enrolled in one of our programs. You MUST have a lab order.

We accept most insurance plans as well as cash payments. Payment is due at the time of service unless you are utilizing your insurance.

If your healthcare provider has ordered lab work, we’re here to provide a convenient, local option for your blood draw needs. Contact us today for more information or to schedule your appointment! 🩸💉

Happy World Breastfeeding Week! The promotional theme for this year is “Breastfeeding for a sustainable start in life: s...
08/04/2026

Happy World Breastfeeding Week!

The promotional theme for this year is “Breastfeeding for a sustainable start in life: strengthen what works." The WIC program is one of the nation-wide support programs available for moms to help provide education and support with breastfeeding. WIC offers free access to breastfeeding peer support, lactation support from IBCLC’s, and other qualified lactation professionals. In certain situations, WIC can also help provide breast pumps and other nursing assistance devices.

Call your local WIC office for more information and check out these links!

https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-breastfeeding-week/2026

https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/

This information is brought to you by the Leavenworth County Women, Infants, Children (WIC) program which serves income eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, and infants and children up to age five. WIC provides participants with healthy foods, nutrition education and referrals to other available services. Contact 913-250-2040 for more information about the WIC program.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

As the Leavenworth County Fair comes to a close, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by our tables t...
08/02/2026

As the Leavenworth County Fair comes to a close, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by our tables this week!

Whether you visited with us, picked up goodies for the kiddos, or grabbed a box of naloxone (Narcan), we truly appreciate every conversation and every smiling face.

Watching the kids light up with their glow sticks at the dance last night was one of the highlights of our week! 💚✨

Thanks to this incredible community, we were completely cleared out two days in a row and were also able to distribute 127 boxes of naloxone throughout our community. Every box represents an opportunity to save a life, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped make that possible.

We hope you had an amazing time at this year’s fair and made memories with your family and friends. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it!

We can’t wait to see everyone again next year… and trust us, we’re already planning some exciting things. Stay tuned to see what we have in store! 🎡🎠

08/02/2026

🎡 FINAL FAIR DAY! 🎉

It’s the last day of the Leavenworth County Fair, so don’t miss your chance to come out and enjoy all the fun before it’s over!

🤠 Bull Riding kicks off at 8:00 PM – get ready for an action-packed night in the rodeo arena!

There’s still plenty of time to enjoy:
🎠 Carnival rides
🍔 Delicious fair food
🐄 Animal exhibits
🎪 Amazing events and entertainment throughout the evening

Be sure to stop by and see us along with EMS! We’d love to say hello and have free resources available for the community.

Let’s make the final day of the fair the biggest and best one yet. We can’t wait to see everyone tonight! 🎡❤️

🎡🎠 FAIR DAY 4 IS HERE! 🎠🎡The fun isn’t slowing down—it’s another great day at the Leavenworth County Fair! Whether you’r...
08/01/2026

🎡🎠 FAIR DAY 4 IS HERE! 🎠🎡

The fun isn’t slowing down—it’s another great day at the Leavenworth County Fair! Whether you’re coming for the animals, exhibits, delicious fair food, carnival rides, or tonight’s entertainment, there’s something for everyone.

It’s Friday night and the carnival, funnel cakes and deep fried Oreos are waiting for you!

Come make some memories, support our local exhibitors, and enjoy another fantastic night at the fair. We can’t wait to see you!

🎡🎉 FAIR NIGHT 3 IS HERE! 🎉🎡🌟 Tonight’s highlights:🚌 Monster Bus Rides: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM🎠 Carnival Armband Night: 6:00 ...
07/30/2026

🎡🎉 FAIR NIGHT 3 IS HERE! 🎉🎡

🌟 Tonight’s highlights:
🚌 Monster Bus Rides: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎠 Carnival Armband Night: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
🤠 Rodeo: 7:00 PM

Whether you’re coming for the thrills, the rodeo action, the amazing fair food, or to cheer on friends and family, there’s something for everyone!

Be sure to stop by and say hello to us and our EMS partners while you’re out enjoying the fair. We can’t wait to see everyone for another great evening at the Leavenworth County Fair! 🎡🐄🌽

🎡 FAIR DAY ✌🏼 RODEO NIGHT! 🤠Day 2 of the Leavenworth County Fair is here, and there’s something for everyone! Come out a...
07/29/2026

🎡 FAIR DAY ✌🏼 RODEO NIGHT! 🤠

Day 2 of the Leavenworth County Fair is here, and there’s something for everyone! Come out and enjoy the livestock shows, exhibits, delicious fair food, carnival rides, and all the fun happening throughout the week.

While you’re there, be sure to stop by and visit us and EMS! We’ll be out there with free goodies, helpful resources, and friendly faces, we’d love to see you! 😊

See you at the fair! 🎠🌽🎟️

Address

500 Eisenhower Road, Ste 101
Leavenworth, KS
66048

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19132502000

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