Henry County Public Health offers programs and services to protect and promote the health of all people in all communities. We focus on preventing people from getting sick or hurt.
Henry County Public Health
Promoting and Protecting Your Health
We also lead the Healthy Henry County Communities wellness coalition that focuses on partnerships and collaboration to improve the overall well-being of all those who live, learn, work, and play here.
One of the Essential Public Health Services is to inform and educate people about health, factors that influence it, and how to improve it.
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Events
Ask a Nurse – July 23rd
Join us for a monthly series of informal sessions designed to connect the community with a friendly public health nurse. The program aims to provide easy-to-understand health education while giving…
Back to School Health Fair – August 11th
Join us at our annual Back to School Health Fair on Tuesday, August 11th 4-7pm at the Mount Pleasant Central Campus (100 Block West Franklin Street). We will have back…
Health Alerts
Taylor Fresh Foods Recalls Iceberg Lettuce from Central Mexico Because of Possible Health Risk
On July 17, 2026, Taylor Farms initiated a recall of all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico. The recall notice includes iceberg lettuce sold at retail stores (including Marketside-brand product available…
Foodborne outbreak causing Cyclospora infection is spreading nationwide
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, also known as Cyclospora. It usually causes a watery diarrheal illness that can last anywhere from nine to 43 days…
Iowa Health Officials Confirm First Measles Case in 2026 in Iowa Resident
PRESS RELEASE DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) has confirmed a case of measles in a vaccinated adult resident of central Iowa.…