 Friday, August 9, 2024
Your questions answered: How do you obtain
a copy of a birth or death certificate?
The KY Ofc of Vital Statistics (KYOVS) is the only official provider of Kentucky birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates. There are several options for obtaining them: online, via fax or phone call, or in person at the office at 275 E. Main St., Frankfort, KY Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness does have paper applications for birth and death certificates at our department headquarters at 400 E. Gray St. that people can complete and mail, fax or drop off to KYOVS.
Detailed information on how to obtain birth, stillbirth, death, marriage and divorce certificates can be found at the Kentucky Certificate Purchase Options webpage or by calling toll free 800-241-8322
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National Immunizations Awareness Month
highlights lifesaving benefits of vaccines
 As many children and students are returning to school, it's important for parents to make sure their loved ones are up-to-date on all required vaccinations, and National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an annual observance held in August, is the ideal time to highlight the importance of vaccinations.
Vaccination rates among school-aged children and adolescents vary depending on the school and area of the city, with some schools averaging as low as 38% compliant with Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis (also known as DTaP) and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations. The average vaccination compliance rate among students in the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) system is 61.8%.
Officials with JCPS have reported around 25,000 students enrolled in the school system are not up to date with recommended vaccinations. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is working with JCPS and other community partners such as Galen College of Nursing, Sullivan University College of Pharmacy, and Shawnee Christian Healthcare Center to conduct immunization clinics at schools.
To learn more information about vaccines, you can visit our Immunizations site. Vaccines are given by appointment at our Newburg and Dixie clinics. If you have questions or need assistance, call 502-574-5380. Language assistance is available.
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