Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department

June is Pride Month! The LGBTQIA+ community experiences tobacco use at higher rates due to targeted efforts by Big Tobacco. You deserve free, confidential quit support. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. #PrideMonth #NEQuitline

We're more active in warmer weather. Ticks are too. Prevent tick-related illnesses: - Use insect repellent. - Check yourself for ticks after being outside. - If a tick is attached to your skin, you can remove it without seeking medical attention - cdc.gov/ticks

Summer Feeding Begins June 1st Thanks to the SFSP federally funded program, children get the nutrition they need to learn, play and grow during summer. Locations, along with dates and times, can be found on the LPS Nutrition Services website trst.in/5ypt6n

Recovery is a journey, not a race. Celebrate every step. As Mental Health Awareness Month wraps up, let’s keep carrying forward the hope, visibility and support that Green Light Project stands for. Thank you to everyone who participated in the #GreenLightProjectNE this year. 💚

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our recent open house. Our team enjoyed meeting members of our community, providing tours of our updated space and showcasing our services and programs!

Quitting tobacco can significantly reduce depression, anxiety, and stress. Research shows these mood benefits are comparable to antidepressants. It applies to everyone, regardless of mental health state. #GreenLightProjectNE #QuitTobacco 💚

Lincoln is one of the 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for the fourth straight year! ✨ The people, partnerships and sense of community make Lincoln such a special place to call home, which is why recognition like this belongs to all of you! livability.com/ne/lincoln/?to…

CDC data shows a nearly 27% drop in U.S. drug overdose deaths from 2023 to 2024 – the largest decrease in decades. While progress is evident, the crisis isn't over. Continued support for public health and public safety initiatives are crucial.

Our offices will be closed today, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, May 26.

Rest is not laziness. Saying no is not selfish. Protecting your peace is powerful. Prioritize what you need, not just what others expect. Setting boundaries is one of the healthiest things you can do. #GreenLightProjectNE #LightUpGreen #ProtectYourPeace 💚

Heat Safety Week ☀️ Protect your skin. Apply (and reapply) plenty of sunscreen SPF 30 or higher. Look for sunscreens that say broad spectrum or UVA/UVB protection on their labels. #DontFryDay #SunSafety #HeatSafety

Heat Safety Week ☀️ Be sure to incorporate heat safety practices when you're planning outdoor activities this summer! Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take breaks in air conditioning or shade and know the signs of heat illnesses. Latest weather conditions - @NWSOmaha.

Heat Safety Week ☀️ During extreme heat, check on family, friends and neighbors who may be at higher risk for heat-related illness or who live alone. Make sure they're staying cool and hydrated! #HeatSafety

Heat Safety Week ☀️ Did you know there are more than 20 cooling centers throughout Lincoln? A cooling center is a place where people can go to get relief from extreme heat. Find a cooling center near you using our new interactive map at lincoln.ne.gov/Heat. #HeatSafety

We'll provide all equipment and guidance. Participants will receive a treat from KLLCB, while supplies last. For more information or to pre-register, call 402-441-8035 or email kllcb@lincoln.ne.gov

We've got one more drop-in litter cleanup this week. We hope you'll join Keep Lincoln & Lancaster County Beautiful and help prepare #LNK to celebrate America's 250th Birthday! - Wednesday, May 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Densmore Park - 6701 S. 14th St. Meet at the open shelter.

Planting season is here! Extra space? Consider planting a little more to donate to a local food pantry. Find a food pantry near you at ampleharvest.org. #PlantForHunger

Hotter months are ahead but right now we have a little lead time to prepare for extreme heat and lessen its impact on our health and our community. Find resources, a searchable map of local cooling centers and our Heat Response Plan at lincoln.ne.gov/Heat.

The numbers are in! Over 21,000 lbs of unwanted household chemicals were collected at our recent HazToGo mobile waste collection events in Lincoln and Hickman. A reminder that HazToGo is here for you all year. Find hours/list of accepted items at HazToGo.com.

Come see our newly renovated Health Department, 3131 O St., during an open house Friday, May 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. Tour the updated space, visit booths and connect with our team to learn more about our programs and services, and enjoy some refreshments.