City-Cowley County Health Department

06/17/2026

The Health Department's WIC Program plays a crucial role in improving the health of new & expecting families by providing nutritional education, supplemental foods, and support!

To learn more about this program and eligibility, give us a call today or visit the link below:
https://www.cowleycountyks.gov/256/Women-Infants-Children-WIC
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

06/17/2026

Continuing with National Safety Month, this week we want to focus on the dangers of heat-related illnesses.

Overheating can potentially be deadly! With rising temperatures, make sure you know the symptoms of heat-related illness before it can affect you.

Check the graphic and visit CDC.gov/NIOSH/Heat-Stress for more information.

06/17/2026

For Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Month, today we want to take a look at the unique benefits of fresh fruit.

Fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, which is integral to maintaining a healthy immune system.

Check the graphic and visit MyPlate.gov for more information on building a healthy diet.

06/17/2026

Hello everyone!

The Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) has rescinded its Boil Water Advisory for the city of Burden in Cowley County.

For more information, please visit the link below:

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of Burden, Cowley County Kansas Department of Health and Environment sent this bulletin at 06/17/2026 09:57 AM CDT Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 17, 2026 Contact: Jill [email protected]....

06/16/2026

Our Cowley County Maternal Child Health Home Visiting Program provides new moms with education, support, and resources to help ensure their newborn gets a healthy start in life!

These services are available with NO OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS to all pregnant and postpartum women up to 12 months after delivery.

Check the graphics and visit the webpage to learn more:
https://ks-cowleycounty.civicplus.com/261/1782/Maternal-Child-Health-Home-Visitor-Progr

06/16/2026

Independence Day is just a couple of weeks away! If you're lighting up to celebrate, then make sure you take the necessary precautions to stay safe!

Check the graphic and visit the link below for fireworks safety tips.
https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/seasonal-safety/summer-safety/fireworks

06/16/2026

One of the biggest annoyances of the summer season is sunburn! But, did you know that sunburn can actually increase your risk of skin cancer?

This summer, keep yourself safe from sunburn by applying an effective sunscreen with a SPF of at least 30.

Visit www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/ to learn more!

06/15/2026

The Health Department's Reproductive Health Services seek to optimize and protect the reproductive health of individuals through key preventative health services!

Participation in this program carries numerous benefits including STI & cancer prevention and optimized family size!

Our Reproductive Health Services are strictly confidential, and all fees are determined by income and ability to pay.

To learn more, give us a call today or visit the link below:
https://www.cowleycountyks.gov/257/Reproductive-Health-Services

06/15/2026

Attention!

The Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) has issued a Boil Water Advisory for the city of Burden in Cowley County.

This advisory will be in effect until further notice from KDHE following testing from a certified laboratory.

For more information, please visit the link below:

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Burden public water supply system located in Cowley County.Customers should observe the followin

06/15/2026

We're back with MYTH MONDAY in our mobile app!

For Nutrition Month, we're taking a look at another vegetable misconception!

Check it out by downloading our mobile app! Just search for "Cowley County" in the Google Play or Apple store today!