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Your Trusted Public Health Partner in Elizabethtown, KY
Lincoln Trail District Health Department has served residents and visitors across Hardin, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, and Washington counties since our establishment. Our mission focuses on public health and safety through prevention, promotion, and protection initiatives. With a central office in Elizabethtown and six health centers, we deliver clinical services including immunizations, STI testing, and chronic disease care alongside environmental health programs. Accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) since 2018, we maintain rigorous standards through continuous improvement and community partnerships. Our team of public health professionals specializes in epidemiology, infectious disease control, maternal child health, and emergency preparedness.We demonstrate expertise through programs like WIC nutrition support, HANDS home visitation, and harm reduction services. As a trusted regional health authority, we enforce food safety regulations, conduct septic system inspections, and provide critical public health education. Our commitment to transparency is evident in our open communication channels, community feedback mechanisms, and publicly available health impact reports. With decades of combined experience among our leadership team, we ensure reliable, ethical public health services for all community members.
Services
Clinical Services
Environmental Health
WIC Program
Harm Reduction
Epidemiology
Emergency Preparedness
Childhood Immunizations
Food Safety Inspections
Septic System Regulation
Maternal Child Health
Highlights and features
- PHAB-accredited public health department since 2018
- Serves six-county region with six health centers
- Offers comprehensive clinical and environmental health services
- Provides 24/7 emergency public health response
- Maintains transparent public health reporting systems
Associations and certifications
- Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB)
Services
Clinical Services
Our clinical services provide essential healthcare including adult and childhood immunizations, STI testing and treatment, TB screening, and chronic disease management. These preventive care services protect individual and community health through early detection and intervention. Patients receive care from experienced public health professionals in six accessible locations across the district.
Environmental Health
Environmental health programs ensure community safety through food establishment inspections, septic system regulation, and public facility compliance monitoring. Our specialists conduct regular inspections of restaurants, schools, and recreational facilities to maintain health standards. We also manage private water testing and handle environmental complaints to prevent health hazards.
WIC Program
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) offers nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, and healthy food vouchers. This program serves pregnant women, new mothers, and young children through personalized nutrition education and resource provision at all health centers.
Epidemiology Services
Our epidemiology division monitors infectious disease trends, manages outbreak responses, and maintains Kentucky's reportable disease registry. Public health professionals track disease patterns, provide vaccination programs, and offer community education to prevent disease spread across our six-county service area.
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency preparedness programs coordinate bioterrorism defense, pandemic response, and public health crisis management. We collaborate with state and local agencies to develop response protocols, maintain emergency supplies, and educate the public about health threats and safety measures.
People
Sara Jo Best
Public Health Director
Sara Jo Best leads the health department with over 20 years of public health experience, overseeing strategic operations and community health initiatives across six counties.
Stefanie Goff
Assistant Director
Stefanie Goff supports public health operations with expertise in program management and community engagement, ensuring effective service delivery across the district.
Bryan Carroll
Director of Environmental Health
Bryan Carroll oversees environmental health programs, managing food safety inspections, septic regulations, and public facility compliance with 15 years of regulatory experience.
Questions
What counties do you serve?
We serve Hardin, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, and Washington counties in Kentucky.
Do you offer STI testing?
Yes, we provide confidential STI testing and treatment at all county health centers.
How can I find local food inspections?
Food Scores inspections are available online, showing restaurant and grocery store compliance ratings.
Are WIC services available?
Yes, WIC nutrition programs operate at all health centers with eligibility screening and support.
What emergency services do you provide?
We manage public health emergencies including disease outbreaks, bioterrorism response, and disaster preparedness.
How do I report environmental concerns?
Submit environmental complaints through our website or contact the environmental department directly.
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