Hours: M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
After Hours Phone: 563-326-8618
DEAF RELAY: (Hearing or Speech Impaired) 711 or 1-800-735-2942
Number is available 24/7 to report public health emergencies.
Weekend Disease Reporting Hotline: 1-800-362-2736
Health Department
Administrative Center
600 W. 4th St.
Davenport, IA 52801-1003
600 W. 4th St.
Davenport, IA 52801-1003
Phone: 563-326-8618
Fax: 563-326-8774
Maternal Health
Healthy Pregnancy (Maternal Health) Program
The Maternal Health Program is now called the Healthy Pregnancy Program! Staff are currently updating program materials with the new name and logo.
Taking care of your little one begins by taking care of yourself. Starting prenatal health care early and going to appointments as scheduled will improve the chances of having a healthy pregnancy and baby.
The Healthy Pregnancy Program at the Scott County Health Department offers FREE support, education, and resources to pregnant people and new parents. These services are offered as an addition to prenatal care from your health care provider.
Program Services
Healthy Pregnancy Program services include help with:
- Applying for Medicaid
- Finding health care providers in Scott County
- Scheduling health care appointments
- Connecting to community resources and services (See attached PDF)
- Health screenings and referrals
- Social assessments and guidance
- Dental screenings, fluoride varnish application, and oral health education
- Breast/chest feeding education and support
- Health education and support
- Transportation
- Interpretation services
Breastfeeding Support
Breast/chest feeding support and education are offered by Certified Lactation Specialists. Individual and group classes are available.
Medicaid Coverage During Pregnancy
- Assistance may be available to cover pregnancy and child birth services. Learn more at Health Insurance Resources.
Connect with Healthy Pregnancy Program staff by phone at 563-328-4114.
Staff are also available weekly at clinics or other community locations. Call for more information.
Your life Iowa
If you or a loved one are facing a problem with alcohol, drugs, gambling, mental health or suicidal thoughts, Your Life Iowa can help. Call 1-855-581-8111 or visit the "Your Life Iowa" website at: yourlifeiowa.org.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Pregnant or just had a baby? The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is free, confidential, and here to help, 24/7.