Posts With Keyword ‘Washington County Public Health’

Nurses Recognized Nationally for Contribution to Society

Posted: Friday, May 10th, 2013 at

Nurses are being recognized for the work they do this week.

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Free Tdap Booster Clinics to be Held at Washington County Schools

Posted: Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 at

Due to new state requirements, your student may need proof of a booster shot that protects against three dangerous diseases for next school year.

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Public Health Department Outlines New Vaccination Requirements

Posted: Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013 at

Students that will be entering the seventh grade later this year will need to have an additional vaccination.  

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Peak of Flu Season Yet to Come

Posted: Saturday, January 12th, 2013 at

While flu season hits its peak on the East Coast and in the South, the worst may be yet to come in southeastern Iowa.

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Flu Activity Continues to Rise

Posted: Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013 at

As we get closer to the usual peak of flu season, the disease’s activity is picking up.

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Bad Start to Flu Season

Posted: Sunday, December 16th, 2012 at

Flu season is in full swing in Iowa and is shaping up to be much worse than last year.

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National Rural Health Day

Posted: Thursday, November 15th, 2012 at

A chance to recognize a profession that plays a crucial part in any community, but especially in rural areas is today.

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Washington County Public Health Administrator Retiring

Posted: Tuesday, November 6th, 2012 at

The head of Washington County’s Public Health Department is retiring in a few months.

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Board of Supervisors to Meet Today

Posted: Monday, November 5th, 2012 at

With the supervisors meeting room being used for election purposes tomorrow, the Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet today instead.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting Tomorrow

Posted: Sunday, November 4th, 2012 at

With the supervisors meeting room being used for election purposes Tuesday, the Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow instead.

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Still Time to Get Flu Shots

Posted: Saturday, October 20th, 2012 at

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Now is the time for flu season and area health officials are reminding residents to get the proper protection from the illness.  

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Dental Hygiene Program Highlighting New Campaign

Posted: Tuesday, October 9th, 2012 at

A new way to teach children to brush their teeth is being highlighted during National Dental Hygiene Month.  

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Healthiest State Walk Draws Many

Posted: Thursday, October 4th, 2012 at

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Many walkers took part in events around the area yesterday as part of Governor Terry Branstad’s Healthiest State Initiative.  

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Second Healthiest State Walk Happening Tomorrow

Posted: Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 at

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An event that drew a record number of participants last year is happening again tomorrow. 

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Report Shows Many Americans Have High Blood Pressure

Posted: Monday, September 24th, 2012 at

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A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control shows more than half of Americans with high blood pressure don’t have it under control.  

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Flu Season Almost Here and Shots Are Available

Posted: Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 at

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Flu season is approaching and Washington County Public Health is starting to offer seasonal flu shots.

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Recent Study Shows Strokes Can Cause Disability

Posted: Saturday, September 15th, 2012 at

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A recent study shows that a mini stroke can lead to a serious disability and doctors frequently say those strokes are too mild to treat.  

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Grant Received to Help Improve Health

Posted: Thursday, September 6th, 2012 at

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A grant from the Federal Government has been received in Washington County to help improve citizens’ health.  

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Drought Has Not Slowed West Nile Virus

Posted: Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 at

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This year’s drought conditions has kept the mosquito population low in our part of the country, but cases of West Nile Virus are at historic highs elsewhere.  

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Back to School and Backpack Safety

Posted: Monday, August 27th, 2012 at

Now that the children have started school, health officials are reminding parents of the importance of avoiding back problems in children.  

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