Franklin County, KS - Health Department

05/22/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe and healthy holiday weekend!

Franklin County general offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen as normal on Tuesday, May 26.

05/09/2026

On May 14, join us for COMET Community Training from 12–1 PM!
Learn practical tips for talking with people experiencing mental health challenges, explore a helpful conversation guide, and more.
Lunch will be provided starting at 11:45 AM.
Scan the QR code or click the link below to register:
https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ca8pbRGm7zdQ5E

05/09/2026

Q.P.R. (Question, Persuade, Refer) Su***de Prevention Gatekeeper Training will be held June 12, from 9 AM - 10:30 AM. This is a free event and light snacks will be provided. RSVP is required. You can scan the QR code, click the link below, or call the Ottawa office (785-229-3520) to register.
LINK: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yYJNKY8vRxbemO

05/06/2026

In a rural community like ours, nurses do a little bit of everything and they do it with heart. Thank you for caring for Franklin County day in and day out. We appreciate you! 🌟🩺💙

05/04/2026

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Whether you’re looking for support, resources, or just want to learn more, help is available in our community.

Our Community Resource Guide includes local mental health services, crisis support, and more.

👉 View the guide here: https://www.franklincoks.org/1071/Community-Resource-Guide
📍 Paper copies are also available at the Health Department

Whether you’re seeking help or supporting someone else, these resources are here for you.

04/27/2026

April showers bring May flowers… and mosquitoes!

With all the recent rain, now’s a good time to check around your home for standing water, because that’s where mosquitoes like to breed.

A quick reminder of the 3 D’s:
• Drain standing water from items like buckets, flower pots, and gutters
• Dress in long sleeves and pants when you’re outside, especially in the evening
• DEET – use an insect repellent with DEET or another EPA-approved ingredient

Find more mosquito prevention here: https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/prevention/

04/27/2026

We’re helping share a survey from the East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging (ECKAAA) to better understand the needs of seniors and caregivers in our community.

Caregiving and receiving care can come with challenges, and this short survey is designed to learn more about current needs and how support services can improve.

You can access the survey here: https://bit.ly/4mPhgqE

Paper copies are also available at the Health Department and at ECKAAA.

Please consider sharing this with someone who may be interested - your input makes a difference.

04/24/2026

04/22/2026

Today we’re celebrating Administrative Professionals Day and the awesome team behind the scenes at our Health Department. These ladies each play a different role, but together they help keep things running smoothly every single day. We appreciate all that you do!

04/06/2026

🎉 Happy National Public Health Week! 🎉

This week, we recognize the work our team does every day to promote, protect, and support the health of our community.

From planning and prevention to responding when it matters most, public health is always in motion.

Thank you to our team for all you do to support a healthier Franklin County!