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General LouisvilleJune 7, 2018 0Likes 414Views

Knowing the Signs of Opioid Abuse

Opioids are an illegal class of drug that include things like herion, and fentanyl as well as prescription pain killers such as morphine, codeine, oxycodone and hydrocodone. These substances are extremely addictive and can cause long term damage to organs such as the heart. Drug overdose was the leading cause of accidental deaths in 2009, but addiction to these types…

General LouisvilleApril 27, 2018 0Likes 639Views

OUTBREAK: Hep A

With Louisville’s biggest weekend of the year just a few days away, the Hepatitis A outbreak sweeping through Jefferson County and the surrounding areas has many concerned. While Hep A is usually seen in a handful of people every year, the numbers this year are far higher than normal. Hep A is different than Hepatitis B and C in…

COVID-19 Update

Protect yourself against COVID-19 (coronavirus)

Protect yourself against COVID-19 (coronavirus) by covering your nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If you develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as a cough or difficulty breathing, call your primary care provider.

To protect Patients and Staff we are asking:

All patients call before walking into the health center
Patients 60 years and older accept a telephone visit rather than walking into the health center for an appointment
Do NOT bring anyone with you to your appointment unless medically necessary

Do NOT come to the health center within your 14 day isolation/quarantine period