💚 September is Self-Care Awareness Month💚

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s an important part of taking care of your overall health and well-being. This month, take time to check in with yourself and make space for the things that help you feel healthy, balanced, and refreshed.

🌿 Get enough rest
🥗 Nourish your body
🚶 Stay active
💧 Drink plenty of water
🧘 Take time to relax
💬 Connect with family, friends, or your support network
❤️ Give yourself permission to slow down when you need to

Self-care can support physical and mental well-being, help reduce stress, and encourage healthy habits. Small, consistent steps can make a meaningful difference in your health.

This September, make your health and well-being a priority. You deserve to take care of yourself, too!

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The September schedule for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program is here! These programs help ensure that everyone has access to important vaccines, regardless of insurance status.

🤔Who Qualifies? 🤷
✅ Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program (Ages 18 & under)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Enrolled in Medicaid
3. American Indian or Alaska Native
4. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)

✅Vaccines for Adults (VFA) Program (Ages 19+)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)
3. Medicare Part B only

📞 Call us today at 319-653-7758 to schedule an appointment - secure your spot
now!

Help us spread the word—share this post so we can reach community members who might benefit from these programs! 💉😊

🏠☢️ FREE RADON TEST KITS FOR RURAL HOMEOWNERS🏠☢️

Did you know that radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can build up in homes?Long-term exposure to high levels of radon can increase your risk of lung cancer.

The Washington County Public Health and Environmental Health Departments are offering FREE radon test kits to help rural Washington County homeowners test their homes.

🔎 What happens if your test is high?
1️⃣ Your home will be tested again to confirm the results.
2️⃣ Homeowners with confirmed high radon levels may qualify for radon mitigation assistance, based on program eligibility requirements.

✅ Request your FREE test kit today via the QR code or pick up a kit (per qualifications list below) at:

📍 Washington County Public Health Department
📍Hours Monday-Friday 8:00-12:00/1:00-4:30
📍2175 Lexington Blvd., Building #2
📍Washington, IA 52353

📞 Questions? Call 319-653-7782

💚 Testing your home is an important step in protecting your family’s health. Radon testing is simple, and knowing your home’s radon level can help you take action if needed.

✅Qualifications: Kits must be picked up by Homeowner; no renter, non-profit, or commercial business is eligible at this time.

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🚨 September is National Preparedness Month! 🏠🩺

Emergencies and disasters can happen at any time. National Preparedness Month is a reminder that taking a few simple steps today can help protect you, your family, and your community when an emergency occurs. Public health preparedness plays an important role in helping communities respond to and recover from emergencies.

🩺 Public Health Preparedness Tips:

✔️ Make a plan – Know how you will communicate, where you will go, and how you will reconnect with family members.

✔️ Build an emergency kit – Include water, nonperishable food, flashlights, batteries, first-aid supplies, medications, important documents, and other essential personal items.

✔️ Prepare for your health needs – Keep an updated list of medications, medical conditions, allergies, and important health information.

✔️ Don't forget special needs – Plan for infants, older adults, people with disabilities, pets, and anyone who may need additional assistance.

✔️ Stay informed – Know how you will receive emergency alerts and follow guidance from local public health and emergency officials.

✔️ Learn lifesaving skills – Consider learning CPR, first aid, and other practical skills that can help protect your family and strengthen community resilience.

💙 Prepared communities are healthier and more resilient communities. Use September as an opportunity to prepare your home, protect your health, and help those around you prepare, too.

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