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🚽 Septic Safe Week: Pump Your Tank!A healthy septic system needs regular maintenance, and one of the most important thin...
09/17/2026

🚽 Septic Safe Week: Pump Your Tank!
A healthy septic system needs regular maintenance, and one of the most important things you
can do is have your septic tank pumped regularly.
Over time, solids build up in your tank. If they aren’t removed, they can reduce your system’s
effectiveness and potentially lead to backups, costly repairs, or damage to your drainfield.
Keep your septic system flowing smoothly:
• Have your septic tank inspected and pumped regularly.
• Keep track of when your tank was last pumped.
• Don’t wait until you have a problem to schedule maintenance.
• Protect your drainfield by avoiding parking or driving heavy vehicles over it.
Taking care of your septic system today can help prevent a messy—and expensive—problem tomorrow!
💧 A little maintenance goes a long way.


❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

Septic Safe Week is here!💧This week, we’re talking about something that has a big impact on the health ofyour septic sys...
09/14/2026

Septic Safe Week is here!
💧This week, we’re talking about something that has a big impact on the health of
your septic system: what goes down your drain.
Your toilet and drains are not trash cans. Flushing or pouring the wrong things
down the drain can clog pipes, damage your septic system, and lead to costly
repairs.
Remember:
• Only flush toilet paper and human waste
• Never flush wipes, even those labeled “flushable”
• Keep grease, fats, oils, chemicals, and medications out of your drains
• Be mindful of what goes down your sink, shower, and toilet
What goes down your drain doesn’t just disappear. It ends up in your septic
system!
Small changes can help protect your system, your wallet, and our environment.
Let’s keep our septic systems safe and working properly!💧
❓Questions? Call us!
📞812-988-2255
📧[email protected]
🕗Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

Protecting your heart isn’t about eating less food—it’s aboutchoosing the right fuel. 🥑🐟When it comes to lowering "bad" ...
09/14/2026

Protecting your heart isn’t about eating less food—it’s about
choosing the right fuel. 🥑🐟
When it comes to lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol, what you
add to your plate matters just as much as what you cut out.
Soluble fiber acts like a sponge in your digestive tract,
grabbing cholesterol and helping clear it from your body
before it hits your bloodstream. Swapping heavy saturated
fats for healthy, unsaturated fats keeps your arteries clear
and flexible.
Eating for your heart does not have to be boring or
restrictive. It is about embracing delicious, whole foods that
love your body back!
🍳 Your Action Step Today: Swap out butter, lard, or heavy
cooking oils for heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil in your
dinner recipes tonight.
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM



Let’s continue to break the silence by understanding the impactof su***de. 💜A few important facts:• Su***de is a serious...
09/11/2026

Let’s continue to break the silence by understanding the impact
of su***de. 💜
A few important facts:
• Su***de is a serious public health concern that affects
individuals, families, and entire communities.
• Many people who experience thoughts of su***de are struggling
with overwhelming pain and may not want to die, but want the
pain to stop.
• Su***de can affect people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Talking openly and safely about su***de does not cause su***de.
Conversations can help reduce stigma and encourage people to
seek support.
• Warning signs and changes in behavior should always be taken
seriously.
• Support, connection, and treatment can make a difference.
The most important thing to remember: Su***de is preventable,
and help is available.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to
reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.
Let’s break the silence. Let’s share hope. Let’s support one
another. 💜
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

Let’s keep breaking the silence by talking about where toturn when someone is struggling. 💜What is 988?988 is the Su***d...
09/09/2026

Let’s keep breaking the silence by talking about where to
turn when someone is struggling. 💜
What is 988?
988 is the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. By simply calling or
texting 988, you can connect with a trained crisis counselor
who is there to listen, provide support, and help you
through a mental health or substance use crisis.
988 is available 24/7 and is free and confidential.
You don’t have to be actively thinking about su***de to
reach out. 988 is also there if you are experiencing
emotional distress, worried about someone you love, or
just don’t know where to turn.
Sometimes, taking the first step is simply knowing you are
not alone.
Save the number. Share the number. You never know when
it could help someone.
Let’s break the silence and support one another. 💜
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

As we continue to recognize National Su***de Prevention Month, let’s keepbreaking the silence by learning the warning si...
09/08/2026

As we continue to recognize National Su***de Prevention Month, let’s keep
breaking the silence by learning the warning signs and checking in on one
another. 💜
Someone may be struggling if they are:
• Talking about wanting to die or feeling hopeless
• Saying they feel like a burden to others
• Withdrawing from family, friends, or activities they once enjoyed
• Experiencing extreme mood swings or sudden changes in behavior
• Giving away important belongings or saying goodbye
• Increasing their use of alcohol or drugs
• Taking dangerous risks or acting recklessly
• Talking about feeling trapped or having no reason to live
These signs don’t always mean someone is thinking about su***de, but
they can be a signal that they need support.
Trust your instincts. Ask the question. Listen without judgment. Help them
connect with support.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the
Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.
Let’s break the silence and support one another. 💜
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

Did you know you can feel 100% healthy while plaquequietly builds up in your arteries?🛑That is why high cholesterol is o...
09/07/2026

Did you know you can feel 100% healthy while plaque
quietly builds up in your arteries?
🛑That is why high cholesterol is often called a "silent" risk
factor. It does not cause headaches, fatigue, or chest pain
in its early stages. The only way to truly know your risk for
heart disease or stroke is to look beneath the surface.
For the first Monday of National Cholesterol Education
Month, let’s prioritize prevention over treatment. It takes
less than 10 minutes to schedule a routine checkup, but
that simple step can add healthy years to your life.
📞Your Action Step Today: Call your primary doctor to
schedule a routine preventative screening this week.
Our highly trained nurses here at the Brown County Health
Department offer routine screenings as well. Call to set up
an appointment.
❓Questions? Call us!
📞812-988-2255
📧[email protected]
🕗Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM




September is National Su***de Prevention Month.Let’s break the silence and support one another. 💜Sometimes, simply askin...
09/04/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month.
Let’s break the silence and support one another. 💜
Sometimes, simply asking someone, “Are you
okay?” can open the door to a conversation they
may desperately need. Check in on your friends,
family, coworkers, and loved ones. Listen without
judgment. Let people know they are not alone.
Together, we can create a community where it’s
okay to talk about mental health, ask for help, and
support one another through difficult times.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in
crisis, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis
Lifeline.
Let’s break the silence. Let’s support one another.
Let’s remind people that hope and help are always
within reach. 💜
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

A few simple steps can help keep the health of yourseptic system in tip top shape. Did you know thatputting fatty items ...
09/02/2026

A few simple steps can help keep the health of your
septic system in tip top shape. Did you know that
putting fatty items such as milk, oils, and solids down
your drains, even a small amount will filter into your
septic tank and can jeopardize the
PH levels in your system and cause it to fail?
If your home is on a septic system and you have a
garbage disposal, it can clog and cause issues for your
septic system.
A few helpful tips can ensure the longevity of your
septic.
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

🩵💜 National Overdose Awareness Day – August 31 💜🩵Today, we remember those we have lost, support those in recovery, and t...
08/31/2026

🩵💜 National Overdose Awareness Day – August 31 💜🩵
Today, we remember those we have lost, support those in recovery, and take action to
prevent overdose.
The truth is: Overdose is preventable. Education, awareness, and access to lifesaving tools
can make all the difference. Opioid overdoses can often be reversed with naloxone when
administered quickly.
🚨 Know the Signs of an Overdose
• Slow, shallow, or stopped breathing
• Unresponsiveness or inability to wake up
• Blue or gray lips and fingernails
• Pinpoint pupils
💙 Naloxone Saves Lives
Naloxone is a safe medication that can quickly reverse an opioid overdose and restore
breathing. Anyone can administer it, and it can save a life while waiting for emergency
responders.
📍 The Brown County Health Department offers FREE naloxone.
Stop by or contact us to learn how to obtain naloxone and receive overdose prevention
education.
🤝 Every life matters. By reducing stigma, learning the signs of overdose, and carrying
naloxone, we can help protect our families, friends, and community.
❓ Questions? Call us!
📞 812-988-2255
📧 [email protected]
🕗 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

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