Health in the Hills

Food Safety Tips with Environmental Health Director Jackie Cole | Health in the Hills Podcast

Health in the Hills returns with a timely holiday edition as Jeff and Tammy welcome back Environmental Health Director Jackie Cole for a deep dive into food safety during the busiest cooking season of the year.
Jackie breaks down the essential practices that keep families safe, including the core mantra every kitchen should follow: Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill. From stopping cross-contamination before it happens to ensuring foods reach — and stay at — safe temperatures, this episode gives listeners the clear, practical guidance needed for a healthy holiday gathering.

How the Pike County Health Department Can Help You Quit Smoking | Health in the Hills Podcast

This week on Health in the Hills, Jeff and Tammy welcome Julie Chaney, the Smoking Cessation Coordinator at the Pike County Health Department. Julie shares valuable insight into the resources, support programs, and strategies available to help you quit nicotine products for good.
Learn how the Health Department can guide you through every step of the quitting process — from personalized counseling to free resources — and how making the decision to quit can improve your health and quality of life.
Tune in and take the first step toward a healthier, smoke-free future.

Paint Pikeville Pink: Raising Awareness and Hope Through the Annual Breast Cancer Race

This week on Health in the Hills, Jeff and Tammy are joined by special guest Sandra May, a member of the Paint Pikeville Pink Race Committee and a breast cancer survivor. Sandra shares her inspiring story, what the annual race means to her, and how the community is coming together to raise awareness and support those battling breast cancer. 
Tune in to hear about this year’s event details, how you can get involved, and why spreading awareness is so important for early detection and saving lives.
Join the movement. Paint Pikeville Pink.Sign up for the race here: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Pikeville/PaintPikevillePink

Addiction Recovery Resources Coming to Pike County | Health in the Hills Podcast

On this week’s Health in the Hills Podcast, Jeff is joined once again by Tammy and Laura to talk about the Health Department’s new Resource Recovery Center. This center is designed to provide support and resources for individuals on the path to recovery, offering access to counseling, peer support, treatment referrals, and community programs. 
Jeff, Tammy, and Laura discuss the services that will be available, why this center is so important for our region, and how it will help break down barriers for those seeking recovery. Tune in to learn how the Resource Recovery Center will serve as a vital hub of hope and healing for our community.

A Heartbeat Away: CPR Training in Pike County

This week on Health in the Hills, Jeff and Tammy welcome Jessica Anderson from the Pike County Health Department to talk about the life-saving power of CPR. From understanding the basics to learning where and how you can get trained locally, Jessica shares why quick action in an emergency can make all the difference. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply a concerned neighbor, this episode will show you how CPR skills can help you be ready when every second counts.

Keeping Kids Safe: Car Seat Tips with Jessica Blankenship

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.

Let’s Talk About It: Sex Ed in Pike County

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.

Rooted in Care: A Partnership for Health

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.

Environmental Studies

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.

Narcan, Overdose, and Harm prevention

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.