Countryside Public Health

Countryside Public Health Facilitating a safe and healthy future for all residents of our communities.

Public health is often invisible, but it’s always there. 🛡️During National Public Health Week 2026, we’re celebrating "T...
04/07/2026

Public health is often invisible, but it’s always there. 🛡️

During National Public Health Week 2026, we’re celebrating "The Power of Public Health" - the everyday work that protects and strengthens our communities. From preventing disease and supporting families to preparing for emergencies, it’s the quiet, behind-the-scenes efforts that make a big impact.

This National Public Health Week, we celebrate our dedicated Board of Health members, our staff, and the many community partners who help make this “invisible shield” possible every day. Together, we’re building healthier, stronger communities for all residents.

Big ideas from our Rural Communities are Making a National Impact. 🌟Countryside Public Health Administrator Liz Auch rec...
04/02/2026

Big ideas from our Rural Communities are Making a National Impact. 🌟

Countryside Public Health Administrator Liz Auch recently took the stage at the Johns Hopkins Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy in Washington, D.C., where she was invited to share how our region is thinking differently about opioid settlement funding.

Liz highlighted how our five counties are working together - pooling resources, sharing strategies, and investing collaboratively - to expand the reach and impact of every dollar. This innovative, cross-county approach is being recognized as a model for how communities can address the opioid crisis and prevent future harm.

We’re proud to see local leadership driving these national conversations - and even prouder of the partnerships that make this work possible right here at home!

✨ Meet Noah – Supporting Recovery, Building Community From the small town of Hancock, Minnesota, Noah brings heart, dedi...
03/24/2026

✨ Meet Noah – Supporting Recovery, Building Community

From the small town of Hancock, Minnesota, Noah brings heart, dedication, and a team-first mindset to his role as a Recovery Corps intern with Countryside Public Health. A graduate of Concordia University and the University of Minnesota Morris—where he also played basketball—Noah knows the power of connection, perseverance, and showing up for others.

“I want people to realize that they are stronger than they think and never alone,” Noah shares. “My goal is to help change one person’s life—so they can go on to change another.”

Through his work, Noah is passionate about building relationships and helping individuals and families access the resources they need to create positive change.

We’re grateful to have Noah on our team and proud of the impact he’s already making in our communities. 💙

💙 Turning opioid settlement dollars into local action.Our Communities Response to Opioid Prevention (CROP) Taskforce—lau...
03/22/2026

💙 Turning opioid settlement dollars into local action.

Our Communities Response to Opioid Prevention (CROP) Taskforce—launched in 2024—brings together public health, schools, law enforcement, mental health, corrections, and community members to guide LOCAL grant funding.

$116,254 in grants were awarded in 2025 to local organizations. Together, they’re ensuring resources support prevention, treatment, and recovery—right here at home.

🌱 The power of collaboration. The power of public health.

Fiber is a small nutrient that makes a BIG difference 💚If you’re on WIC, you already have fiber-rich foods in your packa...
03/21/2026

Fiber is a small nutrient that makes a BIG difference 💚

If you’re on WIC, you already have fiber-rich foods in your package—like whole grains, beans, fruits, veggies, and peanut butter!

Fiber helps with digestion, keeps you full longer, supports heart health, and can ease postpartum constipation.

💡 Tip: Add fiber slowly and drink plenty of water!

Come visit us at the Ortonville Spring Expo on Saturday, March 21st!Big Stone Lake Area Chamber
03/21/2026

Come visit us at the Ortonville Spring Expo on Saturday, March 21st!
Big Stone Lake Area Chamber

☀️ The first day of spring brings longer days, fresh air, and a chance to reset!Spending time outdoors, moving your body...
03/20/2026

☀️ The first day of spring brings longer days, fresh air, and a chance to reset!

Spending time outdoors, moving your body, and connecting with others can help boost mood and overall wellbeing.

Even a 10-minute walk outside can make a difference in your mood and morale!

Here’s to Spring + brighter days ahead. 🌱

🚫 High doesn’t mean safe to drive.Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal in Minnesota - and yes, it can lead...
03/20/2026

🚫 High doesn’t mean safe to drive.

Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal in Minnesota - and yes, it can lead to a DWI. THC affects your body and brain longer than you might expect, even after you “feel fine.”

Cannabis can:
🛑Slow your reaction time
🛑Affect coordination
🛑Impair judgment

That’s everything you rely on to stay safe behind the wheel.

Don’t risk your life - or someone else’s.
✅ Plan a sober ride every time.

Poisoning can happen to anyone of any age. The Poison Help line is fast, free, staffed by experts, and available 24/7, 3...
03/19/2026

Poisoning can happen to anyone of any age.
The Poison Help line is fast, free, staffed by experts, and available 24/7, 365 days a year.

✅Save the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) in your contacts - you never know when you might need it!

🍀 Don’t rely on luck this St. Patrick’s Day!If you’re celebrating with green drinks or Irish cheer, make a plan for a sa...
03/17/2026

🍀 Don’t rely on luck this St. Patrick’s Day!

If you’re celebrating with green drinks or Irish cheer, make a plan for a safe ride home before the celebration starts.
🍀Choose a sober driver
🍀Call a ride or taxi
🍀Stay where you are

A safe ride protects you, your friends, and everyone on the road.
Celebrate responsibly and keep the luck going all the way home! 🍀

❄️ Heavy snow? Take it slow when you shovel!Shoveling snow can be a serious workout. Protect your heart and back by:✔ Ta...
03/15/2026

❄️ Heavy snow? Take it slow when you shovel!

Shoveling snow can be a serious workout. Protect your heart and back by:
✔ Taking frequent breaks
✔ Pushing snow instead of lifting when possible
✔ Lifting small amounts at a time
✔ Staying warm and hydrated

Listen to your body and stop if you feel chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.

Stay safe out there during this late winter snowfall! ❄
And remember, Spring is near! 🌷

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201 13th Street South
Benson, MN
56215

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+13208434546

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