Floyd County Health Department

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

💕✨ TONIGHT: RUNWAY FOR HOPE! ✨💕

Join us for an evening of shopping, fashion, and hope! 💗

🛍️ 5–6 PM | Sip & Shop
👠 6–8 PM | Runway Show

🎉 FREE ADMISSION — NO TICKETS NEEDED! 🎉

Bring your friends, enjoy some shopping, and come out to support a wonderful cause! There’s still time to make plans and join us tonight!

💕 We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

10/14/2026

💉⏱️❗️MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine available❗️

Did you know the best way to prevent measles is to get the MMR vaccine? Children are recommended to receive the first dose at 12 months old and the second dose between 4 and 6 years old.
The MMR vaccine is safe and effective. Side effects are usually mild and go away on their own.
Vaccination provides lifetime protection for most people. Two doses of the MMR vaccine provide 97% protection against measles.
Have questions about vaccination status or need a dose of MMR? Give the Floyd County Health Department clinic a call today at (606)886-2788.

10/14/2026

WIC on Wheels is set up in Martin located in front of Pageant Hill apartments across from McDonalds. We will be here from 10-2 today!

Stop by to:
✅ Learn about the WIC program
✅ See if you’re eligible
✅ Enroll on-site
✅ Receive dental varnish services

No appointment needed—just stop by!
Don't forget to bring:
✔️ Proof of ID
✔️ Proof of residency
✔️ Proof of income

10/13/2026

🎀💗 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀💗

We’re reminding everyone that is important to take charge of your wellness! Breast cancer can affect both women and men, and risks increase with age. It’s vital to know changes in and on your body, understand your risk, and stay up to date on recommended mammograms and health screenings.

Hazel’s Healthy Tip: Don’t put your health on the back burner! Breast self-exams and breast self-awareness can help you recognize changes, but they do not replace recommended mammograms or clinical exams. Mammograms can detect breast cancer before any bodily changes occur. Early detection saves lives!

YOUR HEALTH MATTERS! Taking a proactive step today can make a difference tomorrow! 💕

10/12/2026

Recall Alert: Better Goods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine due to potential Listeria Monocytogenes.

Listeria monocytogenes, is organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

For the full recall, click on hperlink.

Gias Foods of New York, NY is recalling all lot codes of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people,

10/12/2026

RUNWAY FOR HOPE – SURVIVOR SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT!

✨ Meet Danielle Tackett Harvel! ✨

Danielle is a devoted Christian, wife, mother, cancer survivor, scientist, and author. She has been married to her husband, Allen, for 25 years, and they are proud parents of two children, Kennedy and Braden. Professionally, Danielle serves as the Corporate Laboratory Director for MCHC.

Throughout her cancer journey, Danielle leaned on her faith, finding strength and peace in Jesus Christ. She shares a powerful message: “Cancer is part of my story, but it isn’t my identity.”

Join us Thursday, October 15th, at the Mountain Arts Center for Runway for Hope as Danielle shares her inspiring story of faith, strength, and survivorship!

5–6 PM: Sip & Shop
6–8 PM: Runway Show

10/09/2026

Runway for Hope Special Music Spotlight: Ellie McManus! 💗

Meet Ellie McManus, a 12-year-old, 7th-grade student at Adams Middle School!

Ellie has loved singing since she could speak and recently taught herself to play the guitar! She enjoys spending her free time learning new songs and sharing her passion for music.

Ellie is excited to share her talent at Runway for Hope in support of breast cancer awareness and those affected by this disease.

Join us Thursday, October 15th, at the Mountain Arts Center for a special evening of hope, inspiration, and community support!

Sip & Shop: 5–6 PM
Runway Show: 6–8 PM

10/08/2026

SPECIAL MUSIC SPOTLIGHT 🎶Quinn Castle

Quinn is a talented 10-year-old from Prestonsburg who loves performing and sharing her love of music with others. She is a member of the Kentucky Opry Jr. Pros and has won several local talent competitions. With a powerful voice and a love for being on stage. Quinn will be performing in memory of her grandmother, Monica Hall, who passed away from breast cancer.

Join us Thursday, October 15 for an evening of fashion, music, community, and hope.

Sip & Shop: 5:00–6:00 PM
Runway Show: 6:00–8:00 PM

We can’t wait to hear Quinn perform and honor such a meaningful memory.