City News

Trauma, stress and economic pressures have increased the prevalence of anxiety and depression in our community. While there is more awareness of the importance of mental healthcare, many residents do not know where to start the search for a provider. Recently, a new and improved directory featuring more than 300 mental health providers in Jefferson...

Several respiratory illnesses including the flu, COVID-19 and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are circulating in Jefferson County and across the nation. In addition, an outbreak of the measles – a highly infectious respiratory disease – has been identified in a nearby state. As family and friends gather this holiday season, the Louisville Metro...

Syringe disposal boxes can now be found in Portland, Shelby and Boone Square parks. The boxes were recently installed to prevent the spread of bloodborne diseases such as HIV and hepatitis C in the Louisville Metro community. On the boxes, people can also find contact information for the Harm Reduction Outreach Services Program at the Louisville...

The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness’ (LMPHW) main location at 400 E. Gray St. will be closed until further notice, due to significant flooding inside the building. People who are seeking assistance from LMPHW are asked to reach out to Metro 311 online or at 502-574-5000. Employees were sent home early Monday morning for...

During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (Oct. 23 – 29), the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW), Lead Safe Louisville, the University of Louisville’s School of Public Health and Information Sciences, Metro United Way and other organizations are raising awareness about the dangers of lead poisoning and...