Clinical Services
Immunizations
You never outgrow the need for vaccines. The specific immunizations you need as an adult or for a child are determined by factors such as your…
Pediatric Services
Purchase District Health Department provides many pediatric services as part of its mission such as well child exams, fluoride varnishing, lead…
Vital Records
To obtain vital records (Birth, Death, Paternity Affidavits) please visit The Office of Vital Statistics – Cabinet for Health and Family Services (ky.gov)…
Lead
Lead is a common element that can harm our bodies. Our bodies can’t distinguish lead from other minerals that it needs like calcium and iron so…
Oral Health
Oral health is multifaceted and includes the ability to speak, smile, smell, taste, touch, chew, swallow, and convey a range of emotions through…
School Health Requirements
Each school district has requirements that are unique to their schools however there are some requirements that apply to all Kentucky schools.
WIC
The WIC program (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children) is a federal grant program which…
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding has many benefits for both baby and mother. Breastfeeding helps protect baby against ear and gastrointestinal infections.
Nutrition
Medical Nutrition Therapy or MNT is offered in our local health centers. MNT can only be provided by a registered dietitian, licensed…
HANDS Program
The Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program is a voluntary home visitation program for moms, dads, and families.
Family Planning
Family Planning is a program here to help you by offering services that help you to have children when you want them, not have to worry about…
Breast Cancer Screening Program
A breast exam and mammograms check for signs of cancer in the breast. Women should have regular clinical breast…
Tuberculosis
Purchase District Health Department supports World TB Day on March 24. The theme of this day is TB Elimination: Together We Can!
STD/HIV Testing
STDs are diseases that are passed during vaginal, anal, or oral sex and sometimes through genital touching. STD’s can lead to serious health…