Countryside Public Health

02/23/2026

🦷 Teen teeth still need attention!
Busy schedules, sports drinks, sugary coffee drinks, and late nights can take a toll on teeth.
Remind teens to:
• Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste
• Floss daily
• Limit sugary drinks
• Keep up with regular dental visits
Healthy habits now help protect smiles into adulthood!

Need help finding a dentist? Countryside Public Health has a Provider List! Call us at 1-800-657-3291 or visit:https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/ck-files/health-provider-listing-updated-september-2024-2.pdf

02/21/2026

Important information on the link between ma*****na usage in teens and serious mental health issues.

Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used ma*****na were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.

02/19/2026

🦷 Dental care grows with your child!
• Toddlers & preschoolers: Parent-assisted brushing is key
• School-age kids: Encourage brushing and flossing daily
• Teens: Don’t forget regular dental visits - even with busy schedules
Children’s Dental Health Month is a great time to refresh routines!

02/18/2026

Snowy roads call for extra caution!
❄Slow down
❄Increase following distance
❄Turn your headlights on

Being seen is just as important as seeing! ❄

02/17/2026

Clean hands matter! 🧼
Good handwashing is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent the spread of illness. Washing your hands often—with soap and water for at least 20 seconds - helps protect you, your family, and your community!

02/16/2026

Take a PAUSE, and do a 5 minute Mental Health Check! ✋🛑

Your MENTAL HEALTH is important to your overall health. It is OK to take a break, check-in on yourself (and others!), and get HELP when you need to.

Need some resources? https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/mental-health-resources

02/13/2026

❤️ The best Valentine’s gift is getting home safely!

Put the phone down, stay focused, and drive distraction-free.
Your loved ones are counting on you.

02/11/2026

February is Heart Health Month ❤️
Getting to know your heart better starts with awareness.
Knowing your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, physical activity habits, nutrition, sleep, and stress levels can help you understand your personal risk for heart disease.

Small, realistic changes - like moving a little more each day, choosing heart-healthy foods, managing stress, and keeping up with regular checkups - can make a meaningful difference over time!

Prevention today supports a healthier heart tomorrow! 💓

02/11/2026

🦷 Baby teeth matter!
They help children eat, speak, and hold space for adult teeth.
Early dental care tips:
• Start cleaning gums before teeth appear
• Brush with a rice-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste once the first tooth comes in
• Schedule a dental visit by age 1

Healthy habits early help set kids up for a lifetime of healthy smiles!

02/09/2026

Attention WIC Participants:
There are new food options under your WIC Benefits!

Wild rice is a new MN WIC option! Wild rice has been a staple for Native American families for generations. It’s more than a grain – it’s part of Minnesota’s story. It carries tradition, family memories, and a deep connection to the land and water. You can enjoy it in soups, casseroles, veggie mixes, or just with a little oil and herbs.

Learn more about recent food package changes: https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/wic/foods/changes.html

02/08/2026

Are you planning to be out & about enjoying Superbowl Sunday?
Be a SOBER driver or get a SOBER driver!

And remember - driving drunk or impaired from cannabis is illegal!
Be safe and enjoy the big game! 🏈

02/07/2026

❄️ Fresh air is good medicine!
Even in winter, spending time outside supports mental well-being, movement, and overall health.
Dress for the weather and step outside - your body and mind will thank you!