Fayette County Health Department

08/28/2026

To avoid missing any school, make sure your immunizations are completed asap. Call for an appointment, 618-283-1044

08/27/2026

Join in on Zoom every Thursday for a free group for all pregnant and parenting families with young children can connect.

08/26/2026

Shopping for baby (and you!) doesn't have to be overwhelming.

Watch as our Breastfeeding Peer Counselor walks through Walmart to share a few must-haves for nursing and pumping moms! Save this video for your next shopping trip, and tag a pregnant or nursing mom who needs to see this!

Need personalized breastfeeding help? Reach out to Olivia today! ❤️

08/26/2026

Let's celebrate our beloved companions, Happy National Dog Day!

08/25/2026

If you're 45 or older, it's time to talk to your doctor about screening. Your options might surprise you. https://www.cdc.gov/colorectal-cancer/screening/index.html

08/21/2026

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08/20/2026

We’re celebrating the start of the new school year by showing off a little history- here’s how many days our team members have been part of the FCHD family!

08/19/2026

National Potato Day- How do you like yours?

Whether baked, fried or mashed, these taters bring on the flavor. They are a staple of many meals, too. Filling a void for appetizer dishes and working double duty at suppertime, these versatile root veggies satisfy and fill us up.

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

Routine screening is prevention, because doesn't always have symptoms. If you're 45 or older, talk to your doctor about screening options. https://www.cdc.gov/colorectal-cancer/screening/index.html