The Franklin County Health Department offers high-quality services delivered by knowledgeable and compassionate staff. We are here to serve, for the common good of Frankfort and Franklin County, Kentucky. This is done through leadership in the promotion of public health through environmental, clinic, home health and community education and outreach activities.
As always, we welcome suggestions on how we at the Franklin County Health Department can better serve you, our customer.
In the news...
- MRSA- Methicillin-resistant Staphlyococcus aureas is a type of staph bacteria that is potentially dangerous. The bacteria develops a resistance to some antibiotics; this happens when antibiotics are used but but not needed or not taken as directed. MRSA may be transmitted through skin to skin contact with someone who has the infection, sharing personal items (ie: towels or razors), or less frequently by touching surfaces that may have MRSA on them. The best way to protect yourself or your family is by frequent handwashing with soap and water. If you are concerned you may have MRSA you need to contact your healthcare provider. For more information about MRSA please visit http://www.cdc.gov/mrsa/
- Pertussis/Whooping Cough- Pertussis, commonly known as Whooping Cough, is a bacterial upper respiratory infection that is spread much like the common cold through coughing and sneezing. Recent outbreaks of Pertussis in Franklin County should serve as a reminder about the importance of up to date vaccinations in the prevention of infectious diseases. Vaccines not only protect the individual, they also protect the community, especially the youngest and most vulnerable populations. For more information about Pertussis contact our clinic at 564-7647 or visit the CDC.
- Rabies- Franklin County has not had a confirmed case of rabies in more than 3 years. Several surrounding counties have had positive rabies cases recently including a rabid raccoon in Woodford County. It is important to keep all your pets vaccinated against rabies. For a complete listing of Kentucky Counties with positive rabies cases, please visit the Kentucky Rabies Program.