This week on Health in the Hills, Jeff and Tammy are joined by Jessica Blankenship for an important conversation about child safety in vehicles. From proper car seat installation to preventing heat-related accidents, Jessica shares expert advice and answers common questions parents and caregivers have when it comes to keeping children safe on the road.

In this episode of Health in the Hills, we dive into the Sex Education programs offered by the Pike County Health Department. Our special guest, Laura Fraley—Public Health Program Manager—joins us to break down what these programs cover, who they serve, and why open, honest conversations about sexual health matter more than ever in our communities. Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, this episode is packed with valuable info and insight into how Pike County is supporting healthy choices and informed youth.

In this episode of Health in the Hills, we sit down with Dr. Jill Keaton, Dean of the University of Pikeville's Tanner College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Keaton shares exciting insights into the growing partnership between the University of Pikeville and the Pike County Health Department, and how this collaboration is shaping the future of oral health in Eastern Kentucky.

From expanding dental outreach in under served communities to training the next generation of oral health professionals, this partnership is all about making preventive care more accessible and creating healthier smiles across the hills.

Tune in as we discuss community-driven care, innovative dental education, and why oral health is essential to overall wellness in our region.

This week Tammy and Jeff are joined by the Environmental Health Director Jackie Cole to talk about how the Health Department keeps you safe, whether it be getting a tattoo or grabbing a bite to eat and everything in between.

In the first episode of Health on the Hills we wanted to touch on a subject that far to much hits home. Harm Prevention and overdose cases have been high in Kentucky for far some time. Tammy and the Health Department are here to tell you about some of the ways that there are available to people who may be struggling with addiction before it's to late.