October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Help your friends and family stay informed about technology safety with the Tech Safety App created by the National Network to End Domestic Violence.
Text 'IOWAHELP' to 20121 to be connected with a certified victim advocate.
https://techsafetyapp.org/home
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This October we are sharing resources from "love is respect"
This October we are sharing resources from "love is respect". This is a great resource for talking with your children about health relationships. Check out the relationship spectrum, how to set boundaries, and more. Text โLOVEISโ to 22522 or visit โloveisrespect.orgโ for more information.
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Lead is one of 10 chemicals of major public health concern where decisive multisectoral action is needed
Lead is one of 10 chemicals of major public health concern where decisive multisectoral action is needed. Discover how you can join the action and support International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. #ILPPW2024 #BanLeadPaint #LeadPoisoning
https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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Spotlight Friday!!
Spotlight Friday!! ๐โโ๏ธMeet MARTHA HERNANDEZ!๐โโ๏ธ
Martha has been with Washington County Public Health for 7 years! She is our Dental Hygienist. She goes to the school and daycares to do fluoride varnish and sealants!
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat is your favorite thing about WCPH?
๐ฃ"Working with the public and meeting new community members."
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat are you looking forward to at WCPH?
๐ฃ"Looking forward to someday having a mobile dental van to provide more dental services in the county."
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Children put their hands in their mouths as part of normal behavior
Children put their hands in their mouths as part of normal behavior. Encourage children to wash hands regularly and keep bottles & toys clean to avoid #LeadPoisoning. #BanLeadPaint #ILPPW2024
https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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Certain cosmetics, paints, pottery glazes, lead-acid battery recycling, and water systems can raise the risk of #LeadPoisoning
Certain cosmetics, paints, pottery glazes, lead-acid battery recycling, and water systems can raise the risk of #LeadPoisoning. Check items before use so all children can have bright, lead-free futures. #BanLeadPaint #ILPPW2024
Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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Releases of lead into the environment contaminate our air, water and soil, which can cause widespread #LeadPoisoning
Releases of lead into the environment contaminate our air, water and soil, which can cause widespread #LeadPoisoning. #BanLeadPaint #ILPPW2024
More info: https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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Many of the effects of lead on the nervous system last a lifetime and can include reduced IQ, difficulty learning, irritability,...
Many of the effects of lead on the nervous system last a lifetime and can include reduced IQ, difficulty learning, irritability, and anti-social behavior. Itโs time we #BanLeadPaint globally and protect childrenโs health. #ILPPW2024
More info: https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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No level of lead exposure is safe
No level of lead exposure is safe. Lead can be found in paint used in homes and schools, as well as on painted playgrounds and toys. Join us for ILPPW2024 to learn the risks about #LeadPoisoning so all children can have bright, lead-free futures. #BanLeadPaint
More info: https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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20-26 October 2024 is International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week!
20-26 October 2024 is International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week! #ILPPW2024 highlights the need for immediate action to protect childrenโs health from toxic lead to ensure bright, lead-free futures. Learn more about this campaign. #BanLeadPaint
https://bit.ly/4dwjkha
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Spotlight Friday!
Spotlight Friday! ๐โโ๏ธMeet JACKIE BROWN!๐โโ๏ธ
Jackie has been with Washington County Public Health for 4.5 years! She is one of our home health aides! She works with patient's assisting in bathing, errand running, and grocery shopping.
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat is your favorite thing about WCPH?
๐ฃ"The family environment"
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat are you looking forward to at WCPH?
๐ฃ"Continuing to grow"
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Feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally safe are basic human rights that every person and child deserves
Feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally safe are basic human rights that every person and child deserves. Let us help. SURVIVOR SUPPORT | icadv-website
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Iowa HHS recommends children be tested early and often for lead
Iowa HHS recommends children be tested early and often for lead. At a minimum, blood tests to check for lead in the body should be done when children are 1 and 2 years in age.
Good news - we offer blood lead testing here at WCPH for children 6 and under! Call 319-653-7758 for more information.
You can also visit: https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/programs-and-services/childhood-lead-poisoning-prevention-program
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Are you 75 or older? Or over 60 and at increased risk for severe RSV because of certain conditions? Then ask your healthcare provider about getting the RSV vaccine. It can protect you from serious RSV complications.
๐Learn more at: hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me
โQuestions if the vaccine is right for you? Call Washington County Public Health at 319-653-7758, Shelby will be more than happy to help!
ยฟTiene mรกs de 75 aรฑos? ยฟO mรกs de 60 aรฑos y con mayor riesgo de padecer el VRS grave debido a ciertas afecciones? Pregunte a su profesional de atenciรณn mรฉdica cรณmo puede recibir la vacuna contra el VRS. Puede protegerlo de complicaciones graves debido al VRS.
๐Obtenga mรกs informaciรณn en: hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me.
โยฟTienes preguntas sobre si la vacuna es adecuada para ti? ยกLlama a Washington County Public Health al 319-653-7758, Shelby estarรก encantada de ayudarte!
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When anyone in our community experiences violence, it affects the collective health of the entire population
When anyone in our community experiences violence, it affects the collective health of the entire population. Whether youโre a victim, an advocate, or a survivor, there are resources that can help you out:
Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence (icadv.org)
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Thank you for your patience!
Thank you for your patience! We are up and running again!
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Spotlight Friday!
Spotlight Friday! ๐โโ๏ธMeet DIANE WALDSCHMIDT!๐โโ๏ธ
Diane has been with Washington County Public Health for 12 years! She is a Home Health Nurse! She sees patients in their homes, helps set up medications, and coordinates care with providers. She also helps out with flu clinics.
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat is your favorite thing about WCPH?
๐ฃ"My co-workers and the patients we serve."
๐คทโโ๏ธWhat are you looking forward to at WCPH?
๐ฃ"Continuing to serve the people of Washington County and getting out in the community and educating our community on healthy lifestyles."
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We are currently having intermittent internet and phone issues
We are currently having intermittent internet and phone issues. We are working hard to figure out the problem. We will post an update when we get it completely fixed. Thank you for your patience.
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๐What better way to get your flu shot than while you are out shopping?๐
๐What better way to get your flu shot than while you are out shopping?๐
We are going to join you all in the Shop Hop today! We will be going business to business with our little wagon offering the flu shot, it's not just for business owners and staff but to ANYONE who would like to get their shot!
We accept Medicare (no advantage plans) and private pay ($35 cash or check).
We can't wait to see all the goodies during the Shop Hop and of course, you all!
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๐What better way to get your flu shot than while you are out shopping?๐
๐What better way to get your flu shot than while you are out shopping?๐
While you are out enjoying the Shop Hop tomorrow, we will be going around with our little wagon to businesses on the square offering the flu shot!
We accept Medicare (no advantage plans) and private pay ($35 cash or check).
We can't wait to see all the goodies during the Shop Hop and of course, you all!
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