School Health

The Kentucky River District Health Department (KRDHD) School Health Program partners with local school boards to provide school nursing services in 19 schools across Knott, Letcher, and Wolfe Counties.

The school nurses are highly trained health professionals that provide a variety of services. These services include dental varnish, well child exams, hearing and vision screenings, chronic disease management, health education and referrals for acute or chronic illnesses.

The school nurses adhere to guidelines set forth by the Kentucky Department of Public Health and the Core Clinical Service Guide to insure nursing care is provided at the highest professional standard. Please contact your local health department for more information.