Announcement
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Diabetes Training
Booker T. Washington Community Center, Wyatt St. London, Aug 22, 29, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 Register by Contacting: Susan at ext 3221
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Free Flu Shots at Public Sites Across Kanawha County (2018)
In early 2018, Kanawha County offered free flu shots at public sites across the county during a severe flu season under Project Last Shot.
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Spotlight on Health
For nearly 90 years, the West Virginia Library Commission has assisted, advised, and counseled public libraries in developing a culture that values reading, education, and freedom of access to information. By providing access to numerous resources, services and programs, the library is a place wher
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KCHD harm reduction program wins Red Ribbon Award
KCHD harm reduction program wins Red Ribbon Award The health department’s harm reduction program received the Red Ribbon Award from Charleston’s Living AIDS Memorial Garden. The award was presented at a Dec. 1 World AIDS Day observance in Charleston. According to Christine Teague, program director o
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KCHD Receives Accreditation by PHAB
the health department has received accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). KCHD is the first local health department in West Virginia to receive accreditation by PHAB and among the first 200 health departments of roughly 2,800 local, state, territorial and tribal health depa
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How to Look Up Restaurant Health Inspection Reports
Restaurant inspections are generally conducted by a local health department or another local regulatory agency. Inspectors check food handling, cleanliness, equipment, employee practices, pests, water supply, and other conditions that may affect public health. Most agencies publish inspection result