Barber County Health Department

10/19/2026

Arthritis Prevention

1 in 4 Kansas adults have been diagnosed with arthritis.

Anyone can develop arthritis, but some factors make you more likely to.

Learn how to take control of your risk.

Arthritis information: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/841/Arthritis

10/19/2026

Unfortunately, this week is still a little crazy!

Katlyn will be gone from 11am to 5pm TODAY, Monday, October 19, 2026 and all day on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 and Thursday, October 22, 2026 will both be business as usual

THEN

Friday, October 23, 2026, we will have our DRIVE THROUGH FLU SHOT CLINIC happening from 7am to 10am! We will not be conducting any other business that day as it will be a team effort outside.

Thank you for your understanding!

10/13/2026

Oral Health
If you do things like eat, speak and smile, it's time you take a look at your oral health.

As an added bonus, oral health is also connected to our overall health. By taking care of our oral health, we are also benefiting our whole self.

Dental Hygiene tips for adults: https://www.cdc.gov/oral-health/prevention/oral-health-tips-for-adults.html

Dental Hygiene tips for children: https://www.cdc.gov/oral-health/prevention/oral-health-tips-for-children.html

10/13/2026

Family Health
How does your family stay healthy together, playing outside, cooking healthy meals together, sticking to a bedtime routine?

These little habits make a big difference for ourselves and our families.

Children activity information: https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/guidelines/children.html

10/12/2026

Our Clinic this week is going to be a little crazy!

Monday 10/12: Here all day for your vaccine needs!
Tuesday 10/13: Katlyn will be out of the office 9a-12p administering vaccines but will be back that afternoon
Wednesday 10/14: Katlyn will be in Kiowa administering vaccines from 9a-12p. Then leaving at 3pm for a conference in Wichita.
Thursday 10/15: NO Nurse available - Katlyn at BF conference in Wichita
Friday 10/16: NO Nurse available - Katlyn at BF Conference in Wichita
Monday 10/19 will be back to normal!

Thank you for your understanding!

10/08/2026

Pedestrian Safety
Roads connect us to the people and places that matter most: family, friends, work, school and our communities.

Everyone deserves to reach their destination safely, whether they're driving, walking, biking or rolling. Creating safer roads takes all of us.

Be part of making our communities safer, one trip at a time.

Walk, bike, roll to school: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/2227/Walk-Bike-Roll-to-School

10/08/2026

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer ranks as the second highest cause of cancer deaths among Kansas adults. The good news is that early detection saves lives. If you are 40 or older, talk to your health care provider about breast cancer screening options.

Learn more about cancer screenings: https://www.cdc.gov/breast-cancer/screening/index.html -screening-recommendations

Learn about breast cancer screening tests.

10/06/2026

Blood Donation
Blood is always in need and becoming a regular voluntary blood donor is a simple step that everyone can take to strengthen their communities, support local health systems and save lives.

Find a blood donation center near you: https://americasblood.org/for-donors/find-a-blood-center/

10/06/2026

Heart Health
Don't miss a beat!

Learn the prevention methods, symptoms and solutions surrounding cardiovascular disease.

What is cardiovascular disease: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/consumer-healthcare/what-is-cardiovascular-disease

What is heart disease? The American Heart Association explains the various types of heart disease, also called coronary artery disease and coronary heart disease.

10/06/2026

Do you have old Medication to Dispose of??
Dispose of unused or expired medications safely with our Medication Collection and Disposal Program.

Learn more and find a location near you: https://www.ktracs.ks.gov/pharmacists/medication-collection-disposal