🌿 **August is National Wellness Month!** 🌿

National Wellness Month is a reminder that caring for our health is an ongoing journey. Small, consistent choices—like staying active, eating nutritious foods, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and staying connected with others—can make a meaningful difference in our overall well-being.

Public health plays an essential role in helping our communities thrive by promoting healthy lifestyles, preventing disease, supporting mental health, and ensuring access to important resources and preventive care. Together, we can build healthier families, stronger neighborhoods, and a brighter future for everyone.

This month, challenge yourself to take one positive step toward better wellness—and encourage someone else to do the same. Whether it's taking a walk, scheduling a preventive checkup, staying up to date on recommended vaccines, or simply taking time to recharge, every healthy choice matters.

💚 Your wellness benefits you—and it helps create a healthier community for all.

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The August 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! 💉😊

Join Us at Encore Express This August!

Enjoy a delicious meal and great company at Encore Express throughout August!

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED
Adults 60 and older (and their spouses) may reserve a meal by calling 319-653-3950.

Adults under age 60 are also welcome and may attend for $10 per meal.

Please note: Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM on the Tuesday prior to each meal.

🏓 Happy National Pickleball Day!🏓

Whether you're a seasoned player or thinking about picking up a paddle for the first time, National Pickleball Day is a great reminder that staying active can be fun at any age!

Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health. Exercise helps:
💚 Improve heart health
💪 Build strength and balance
🧠 Boost mood and reduce stress
🩺 Lower the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure
🤝 Create opportunities to connect with friends and your community

Pickleball is a great way to get moving because it's easy to learn, low-impact, and welcomes players of all ages and skill levels.

Public health is about creating healthier communities, and regular physical activity plays a key role in preventing disease and improving overall well-being. Whether it's pickleball, walking, biking, swimming, or another favorite activity, every minute of movement counts.

Grab a paddle, invite a friend, and celebrate National Pickleball Day by getting active!

🏓 Here's to healthier habits, stronger communities, and having fun along the way!

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