Health News & Notices

February 14 is National Condom Day. Click on this link to learn more about STD prevention and treatment.

The January Public Health Connection talks about the benefits of workplace wellness programs and covering your cough when sick. Read all about it! https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/health/newsletter.

Cervical Health Awareness Month: the HPV vaccine and screenings are the best ways to prevent and detect cervical cancer.

The December newsletter describes tips for maintaining a healthy state of mind this winter and staying safe on the road. Read all about it in the Public Health Connection:

The Scott County Health Department 2015 Fiscal Year Annual Report is now available. We are thankful for the many partnerships and accomplishments of the past year and look forward to another year of promoting public health in our community! Read the full report at on the Annual Report page.

Scott County Health Department’s I-Smile™ Silver pilot program has been working to improve the oral health of seniors. Daily oral hygiene and dental care help older adults stay healthy. Through education and partnerships, we can support overall health for seniors! Learn more in this month’s...

Flu season is here! Get the flu shot. Click to learn more!

Breast Cancer Awareness: Scott County Care for Yourself can help!

What is Rabies? Rabies disease affects the brain and is fatal to humans. It is spread by animals infected by the rabies virus like bats, raccoons, skunks, and others. The best prevention is to avoid animal bites and vaccinate pets. Learn more about rabies in the October newsletter.

Do you know which health needs exist in our community? Findings of the 2015 Quad Cities Community Health Assessment are now available!