Henry County Public Health closed on Veterans Day – Nov 11
Henry County Public Health will be closed on Tuesday November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. There will be no…
Cinnamon Recall
Through product testing by state programs and confirmed by the FDA, the FDA has determined that some ground cinnamon products…
Say Boo to the Flu
Henry County Public Health encourages you to “Say Boo to the Flu (RSV and COVID too)” by getting your vaccines…
Ask a Nurse – October 30th
Join us for a monthly series of informal sessions designed to connect the community with a friendly public health nurse.…
Prevent Rabies From Bats
Bats play key roles in our ecosystem by eating insects, pollinating plants and scattering seeds. However, some can also carry…
Walk with Ease – 6-week walking program starts Oct. 13
6-week exercise program developed by the Arthritis Foundation to help individuals become more physically active through walking. Participants walk together under…
Rise in Tick Bites Observed in the US
There are many diseases that can be transmitted by ticks so the best way to protect yourself is to reduce…
Measles Remains a Threat
Iowa status as of October 28, 2025: First case of measles reported in Iowa on 5/23/25. Iowa has identified 8 cases of…
July is UV Safety Month
Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. UV rays are an invisible kind of…
Stepping On – fall prevention workshop series starts Sept 5
Stepping On is a 7-week class that is nationally recognized for helping participants learn strategies to reduce falls by increasing…
June is Men’s Health Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 13.2% of men aged 18 and over are in fair or…
Iowa Launches New Behavioral Health Service System
Mental health services in the state of Iowa are changing on July 1, 2025. Henry County will no longer have…