Blog For Tag "public health"

  • Sun Safety Starts with You: Protecting Your Skin from Harmful UV Rays

    posted by Darcie Follon on Monday, July 21, 2025 As summer is in full swing and we all spend more time outdoors, it's a perfect time to talk about UV safety – a topic that's critical to protecting your health and well-being. At Clay County Public Health, we are passionate about prevention. One of the most preventable forms of cancer is skin cancer, and understanding how ultraviolet (UV) radiation affects your body is the first step in reducing your risk.

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  • Taking Charge of Men's Health: Prevention, Screenings & Support

    posted by Angel Smith on Monday, June 23, 2025 At Clay County Public Health and Spencer Hospital, we believe Men's Health Month is an opportunity to remind the men in our community that their health matters and that proactive care can make a big difference. Too often, men delay routine checkups and screenings or avoid seeking help for mental health concerns. This June, we are here to say: it's time to change that.

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