Flu and COVID Vaccines are Here
Henry County Public Health now has the 2026-2027 flu and COVID vaccines to protect you against respiratory illness. These vaccines are for anyone 6 months of age and older, but…
Public Health Now Has Narcan Available
Henry County Public Health now offers free Narcan kits, also known as naloxone, for community members to pick up during regular business hours. Narcan is a lifesaving medicine that can…
Free Radon Test Kits Available at Public Health
Henry County homeowners can pick up a free radon test kit at Public Health Monday – Friday 8am-3:30pm, excluding holidays. What is radon? Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that…
Henry County Public Health closed on September 7
Henry County Public Health will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
Iowa HHS Issues Latest Measles Outbreak Information and Additional Exposure Location
Updated August 24, 2026 PRESS RELEASE Des Moines, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and local public health agencies are continuing to respond to an outbreak…
Healthy Aging Fair – October 7th
Held at Calvary Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant from 9:30-11:30am. We will have flu shots, blood pressure screening, hearing screening, depression screening, and several community resource tables. More details to…
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…
Stepping On – fall prevention workshop series starts August 18th
Stepping On is a 7-week class that is nationally recognized for helping participants learn strategies to reduce falls by increasing strength, balance, and awareness. Local experts will bring information on…
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…
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…
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…
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.…