Floyd County Health Department

10/15/2026

Protect Yourself and Your Family from Measles!

Measles is a highly contagious virus that can cause serious illness, especially in young children. The good news? Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your family! 💉
Here are a few important things to know:

Know the symptoms:
Measles often begins with a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. A rash typically develops a few days later, starting on the face and spreading to the rest of the body.

Understand the risks:
Measles can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling, and, in severe cases, death.

Check your vaccination status:
The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. Two doses provide about 97% protection against measles.

Need a vaccine appointment? Contact the Floyd County Health Department at (812) 948- 4726 or scan the QR Code on this post to schedule an appointment.

Learn more from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/

10/14/2026

Drug Take Back Day – Back for Another Community Event!

The Floyd County Health Department is excited to announce that Drug Take Back Day is back for another event!

We’re proud to once again partner with the Floyd County ATOD and the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office to serve our community.

Join us on Saturday, October 24th, 2026 from 10AM–2PM at:
Parking lot near Chase Bank at Highlander Point
800 Highlander Point Dr, Floyds K***s, IN 47119

Stop by anytime during the event to drive through and safely dispose of your unwanted or unused prescriptions

NO QUESTIONS ASKED!

- Quick and convenient
- Helps prevent misuse and accidental exposure
- Protects our community and environment

We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring this event back and continue promoting health and safety in Floyd County.

We hope to see you there!

10/14/2026

Come see us!

Kick off the Halloween season with us on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 2-5 p.m. at Sam Peden Community Park in New Albany!

Join us for the fourth-annual 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 for a day of Halloween fun and family-friendly activities, including:

🎃 Trunk-or-treating
🎃 Pumpkin decorating
🎃 Face painting
🎃 Inflatables and yard games
🎃 Food trucks

10/14/2026

Protect Yourself This Flu Season!

Flu season is here, and vaccination is one of the best ways to help protect yourself and your loved ones from influenza. The flu can cause mild to severe illness and may lead to serious complications, including hospitalization.

The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions.

Schedule Your Vaccination Appointment!
Contact the Floyd County Health Department to book your appointment.
Phone: (812) 948-4726 — select Option 3 for immunizations.
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: 1917 Bono Road, New Albany, IN 47150.
You can also scan the QR code on the graphic to schedule your appointment online!

10/08/2026

Visit the Floyd County Health Department Booth!

Stop by the Floyd County Health Department booth at Harvest Homecoming to learn more about staying safe, healthy, and prepared in our community!

As you enjoy the festivities, remember to stay hydrated, keep an eye on children, watch your surroundings, practice good hand hygiene, and plan a safe way home.

Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy all that Harvest Homecoming has to offer!

10/08/2026

Our food inspectors are out at Harvest Homecoming, working behind the scenes to help keep our community safe!

Food inspections help ensure food vendors are following proper food safety practices so everyone can enjoy the festivities with confidence.

Thank you to our food inspectors for helping make community events safe and enjoyable for everyone!

10/07/2026

Naloxone Boxes in Our Community!

Naloxone (Narcan®) can quickly reverse an opioid overdose and give someone a second chance. Having naloxone readily available in our community can help save lives.

Naloxone boxes are available at these locations in New Albany:

• Kaiser/Liberty Place – 2633 Grant Line Rd.
• Lifespring – 618 E. Market St.
• Floyd County Public Library – 180 West Spring Street
• Sojourn Church – 2023 Ekin Avenue
• Our Place Drug and Alcohol Education Services – 400 East Spring Street

Additional boxes and locations include:

• Floyd County Health Department
• Floyd County Probation Office
• Central Christian Church
• New Albany Police Department
• Floyd County Sheriff’s Department
• Local fire stations
• Wesley Chapel
• Community Montessori Food Pantry
• IUS Police Department
• Northside Christian Church
• Graceland Church
• The Hitching Post
• Pints and Union

Want to learn more?
The Stop Overdose Training: Prevention Insights program from Indiana University provides information and training to help community members better understand overdose prevention, recognize the signs of an overdose, and learn how to respond.

Link to Training: go.iu.edu/stopoverdose

Know where to find it. Know how to use it. You could save a life.

10/06/2026

WE’RE MOVING!

We’re excited to share that the Floyd County Health Department is moving to a new location!

We’ll share more details about our new location, the move date, and any changes to services as they become available.

Thank you for your patience and continued support as we make this transition. We look forward to continuing to serve our Floyd County community!

Stay tuned for updates!

10/01/2026

Be a Lifesaver!

You could help save a life in an opioid overdose emergency. Learn how to recognize an overdose, administer naloxone (Narcan), and respond with confidence through a free 30-minute online training from Indiana University.

Free Naloxone Training
Only 30 minutes
Online
Learn skills that could make a difference when every second counts.

Register: GO.IU.EDU/STOPOVERDOSE
Questions? Email [email protected]

09/30/2026

Rabies is a deadly but preventable viral disease that can affect people and animals. In the U.S., rabies is most often associated with wildlife such as bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes, but any mammal can potentially carry the virus.

Here are a few important ways to protect yourself, your family, and your pets:

Know the signs: Early symptoms can include weakness, fever, headache, or pain, tingling, or itching at the site of a bite. As the disease progresses, more serious neurological symptoms can develop.

Protect your pets: Keep dogs, cats, and ferrets up to date on their rabies vaccinations and avoid allowing pets to interact with wildlife.

Avoid wildlife: Never touch wild, sick, injured, or dead animals—even if they appear harmless.

If you are bitten or scratched: Immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) can prevent rabies when given before symptoms begin.

Travel safely: If traveling, learn whether rabies is common at your destination and avoid unfamiliar animals, especially dogs and cats.

📞 Report animal bites: In Floyd County, animal bites involving dogs, cats, or ferrets can be reported to the Floyd County Health Department at (812) 948-4726, Ext. 2, Option 1