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KY HEARS opens new hearing clinic in Martin County
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A statewide effort to expand hearing care in rural Kentucky arrived in Martin County last month. KY HEARS (Hearing Healthcare Equal Access Reaching Statewide) opened a clinic inside the Martin County Health Department. KY Hears, launched by the Heuser Hearing Institute, is expanding hearing health care access across
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Healthy Happenings: WIC supports moms and children
BY DOROTHY DILLON The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program helps pregnant women, new moms and young children eat well, stay healthy and thrive. Through WIC, families receive healthy foods, nutrition guidance and breastfeeding support—all designed to give children a strong start. Benefits can be used at local stores, and the WIC Shopper app makes
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Healthy Happenings: Protect yourself with PrEP
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is spreading the word about PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). This daily medication can reduce the risk of getting HIV by over 90% when taken as prescribed. PrEP is a powerful tool in HIV prevention and is especially recommended for individuals at higher risk. We are here to help
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Healthy Happenings: Family Fun Wellness Fair – A Community Celebration of Health and Fun
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is excited to invite the community to our Family Fun Wellness Fair on Saturday, May 31 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Martin County Library. This free event is packed with exciting activities, performances, wellness resources and giveaways for all ages. The fair will feature
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Healthy Happenings: Meet our amazing nurses
BY DOROTHY DILLON At the Martin County Health Department, we are proud to recognize the hard-working nurses who go above and beyond every day to care for our community. Jennifer Jude, RN – HANDS Supervisor Jennifer leads our HANDS (Health Access Nurturing Development Services) Program, supporting families during pregnancy and early childhood. Penny Dye, RN
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Healthy Happenings: Take control of your reproductive health
BY DOROTHY DILLON Martin County Health Department, in partnership with Dayspring Women’s Health, offers confidential and comprehensive Family Planning services to help you take control of your reproductive health. 💊 From pills and patches to IUDs and injections, we’ll help you find the contraception method that works best for you. 🔬 STI screening, treatment, and
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Healthy Happenings: You have the power to quit
BY DOROTHY DILLON Smoking and tobacco use increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure. But here’s the good news—you have the power to change that. Quitting tobacco improves heart health and lowers your risk of serious health conditions. Quit Now Kentucky provides: This American Heart Month, make a commitment to a
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Healthy Happenings: Your voice matters
BY DOROTHY DILLON We need your voice, Martin County. Your input matters. Help shape the future of health and well-being in our community by completing the Community Health Assessment Survey. Not only will you make a difference, but you will also have a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card. Simply enter your name
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Healthy Happenings: Secondhand smoke poses serious health risks
BY DOROTHY DILLON Secondhand smoke isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a serious health risk. Breathing in secondhand smoke exposes you to over 7,000 chemicals, including at least 70 that can cause cancer. It can harm everyone, especially children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions. Protect your loved ones by creating smoke-free spaces at home and
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Martin County Health Department revives Diabetes Prevention Program, offers free classes and A1C testing
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Health Department is bringing back its diabetes prevention and control program, offering residents new resources to combat the widespread disease. “We’re rolling out several new initiatives,” said Health Department Director Eric Mills. “And we’re excited to have Lakean Meade join us as the new diabetes program
