Safe Gift-Giving Tips🎁🔒
Safe Gift-Giving Tips🎁🔒
If you're giving toys or gadgets this holiday season, remember safety first!
• Choose age-appropriate toys
• Check for small parts or choking hazards
• Make sure batteries (especially button batteries) are secured
• Keep chargers and cords out of reach of little ones
Healthy holidays start with safe choices.
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🎉🎊 Happy 13-Year Workaversary, Irene!
🎉🎊 Happy 13-Year Workaversary, Irene! 🎊🎉
Today, we’re celebrating 13 amazing years of dedication, hard work, and compassion from Irene! 💙 From making a difference in the lives of our community members to being an incredible part of our team, she truly embodies what public health is all about. 🏡❤️
We’re so grateful for everything Irene brings to Washington County Public Health—here’s to many more years of making an impact! 👏🎉
Drop a comment to help us celebrate Irene! 🎈🎊
#13YearWorkaversary #PublicHealthHero #DedicatedAndCompassionate #WeAppreciateYou
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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to Virginia!
🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to Virginia! 🎂🎉
Wishing you a fantastic day filled with joy, laughter, and all the things you love most. Thank you for all the amazing work you do – we’re so lucky to have you on the team.
If you see Virginia today, be sure to wish her a very happy birthday!!
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📱 Stay Informed
📱 Stay Informed
Be sure to follow Washington County, IA Emergency Management and download the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Mobile App.
Through the app, you can sign up for alerts, receive notifications, and access important resources in the EMA section.
Knowing about storms, road closures, and temperature drops ahead of time helps you plan and stay safe.
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☀️ Fight the Winter Blues
☀️ Fight the Winter Blues
Shorter days can impact mood.
Try getting sunlight when you can, staying active, connecting with others, and practicing small self-care habits to boost wellbeing.
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🥶 Preventing Frostbite & Hypothermia
Cold temps can be dangerous.
Bundle up, limit time outdoors, and know the warning signs:
• Numbness
• Shivering
• Confusion
• Skin that’s pale or waxy
Stay warm, stay safe!
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🤧 Winter Illness Prevention
🤧 Winter Illness Prevention
Cold and flu viruses spread easily this time of year.
Wash hands often, cover coughs, clean shared surfaces, and stay home when feeling sick.
A little prevention goes a long way for a healthier community.
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📢📢IMPORTANT UPDATE!!📢📢
📢📢IMPORTANT UPDATE!!📢📢
Due to the upcoming weather, WCPH has canceled our 3-6 PM Immunization Clinic for TODAY!
Please call 319-653-7758 to reschedule. Thank you!
Stay safe and warm!
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🧘♀️✨ It’s National Stretching Day!
🧘♀️✨ It’s National Stretching Day!
Take a few minutes today to loosen up, breathe deeply, and give your muscles some love.
Regular stretching can improve flexibility, reduce stress, and support overall wellness — all easy steps toward a healthier you!
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🚗 Winter Driving Readiness
🚗 Winter Driving Readiness
Before hitting the road this winter:
• Check tires
• Keep at least half a tank of gas
• Carry an emergency car kit
• Let someone know your route
Safe travels start with preparation.
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🧤 Bundle Up!
🧤 Bundle Up!
Temperatures are dropping — remember hats, gloves, and scarves when heading out.
Protecting your hands, ears, and face helps prevent frostbite and keeps you comfortable during winter activities.
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Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during December!
Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during December!
***Please note: there will only be one meal this month! HACAP will be there providing produce as well!***
Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.
**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**
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🫂 Take Time for Yourself
🫂 Take Time for Yourself
The holiday season can be busy and overwhelming.
Don’t forget to pause, breathe, and take a moment of rest when you need it.
Self-care is not selfish — it supports your health and your ability to care for others.
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Today we honor and remember the 2,403 lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941
Today we honor and remember the 2,403 lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
We pause to reflect on their sacrifice and the strength and resilience of our nation.
May we never forget.
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🧼 Winter Germ Prevention
🧼 Winter Germ Prevention
With more time spent indoors, germs spread more easily.
Simple steps like washing hands often, cleaning high-touch surfaces, and staying home when sick help protect everyone.
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🎁 Support Local This Season
🎁 Support Local This Season
When possible, consider supporting local shops, farmers, crafters, and nonprofits.
Buying local keeps our community strong and helps neighbors thrive — a gift that lasts beyond the holidays.
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