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
The Scott County Health Department and partners are proud to be hosting a Winter Wellness Event at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on Monday, January 27, 2025 from 9 am – 12 pm.
The health department is pleased to present our Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report, highlighting our department's programs and activities. View the report here: FY2024 Annual Report
The 2024 Community Health Assessment is now available! This assessment is a data-driven approach to determining the health status, behaviors, and needs of residents in the Quad Cities area. View the report here: http://quadcities.healthforecast.net/index.html.
The best way to protect yourself from the seasonal flu and potential complications is to get the flu shot every year. The flu shot can prevent you from getting sick in the first place, but it can also reduce the severity of illness in people who do still get sick. Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/ to find a vaccine location near you. You may need to check with the location to ensure they have vaccine available. Through the Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program, the influenza vaccine is available to uninsured and underinsured adults 19 years of age and older. Call us at 563-326-8618 to check eligibility and schedule an appointment!
The Scott County Health Department (SCHD) is excited to partner with Scott County Kids and other community organizations to host a community baby shower on Saturday, August 24, 2023, at the TMBC Lincoln Center (318 E 7th St, Davenport) from 1 to 3 PM. The event is free and open to new and expecting...
Many parents do not know that lead poisoning, which is a result of a child ingesting lead, still occurs. While lead paint is no longer used, many homes built before 1978 may still have lead paint. Over 60% of all Iowa homes were built before 1960!
The Scott County Health Department is spearheading the 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Resource Fair at the Freight House Farmers Market this Saturday, June 24th, from 8 AM until 1 PM. The purpose of the Health and Wellness Resource Fair is to provide easy access to supportive health and wellness...
While this meeting date has passed, the Scott County Health Department would still like to connect with community members about possible coalition membership or to receive your feedback about making Scott County a healthy place for families. Please reach out to us at 563-326-8618. The Healthy...
Scott County Administrative Center is down to one functioning elevator causing delays moving between floors. Alternatives for conducting business to avoid the wait: Online options may be available depending on which office you need Use the mail (Be mindful of deadlines) Drop addressed items intended...
We are excited to announce the release of the 2023 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for the Scott County and Rock Island County Health Departments! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic interrupting the implementation of the 2019 CHIP, community partners decided to transition several strategies and activities to this CHIP for all priority areas: mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and weight, and access to healthcare. This plan will help guide the collaborative efforts taking place over the next three years to improve the health of our community. Read more about the plan here: https://www.scottcountyiowa.gov/health/data-assessments/community-health-assessment.
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (IHHS) announced a new initiative to provide naloxone (the opioid overdose reversal medication) to Iowa organizations, businesses, and schools, in the event that their employees, agents, or volunteers encounter someone experiencing a suspected opioid overdose. Having this medication available could save someone's life.
Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/find-vaccines/ to find a vaccine location near you: Enter your zip code. Pick what type of vaccine you are looking for. Search!
Beginning Friday, June 24, 2022, TestIowa kits can no longer be dropped off at Scott County Health Department to be transported to the State Hygienic Lab for analysis. Individuals can still pick up kits from the Health Department, but must return them at a UPS drop-off location.
Excitement for the Big Game is contagious, but make sure your party is not. Are food safety and virus safety in your playbook? Food safety https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/index.html Virus safety https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html