Polk County Health Center

03/20/2026

Happy first day of Spring! Look for some delicious sources of vitamins and digestive health this season. For more information about healthy food options, contact us- 417-326-7250

03/20/2026

For more information on how to manage your emotions visit this site: https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-well-being/managing-difficult-emotions/index.html

03/18/2026

Prenatal and Breastfeeding Moms! Come and join our new class next week!

March 25, 2026
11:00am
Polk County Health Center

03/18/2026

Did you know your local Poison Center can help you treat bites and stings?
Our experts can answer questions about bites and stings from:
🐍Snakes
🐝Insects
🦂 Scorpions
🕷️Spiders
➕And more!
If you have questions about a bite or sting, the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) is always fast, free, confidential, and non-judgmental.

Did you know your local Poison Center can help you treat bites and stings?

Our experts can answer questions about bites and stings from:

🐍Snakes
🐝Insects
🦂 Scorpions
🕷️Spiders
➕And more!

If you have questions about a bite or sting, the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) is always fast, free, confidential, and non-judgmental.

03/17/2026

Kids see gummy medicine like vitamins, melatonin, or cannab*s and think “candy!”
But they can be dangerous. Here’s how to help your kids stay safe:
🍬 Store gummies up, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🍬 Never call gummy medicines “candy”.
🍬 Keep gummies in their original container.
Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 to get connected to your local poison center. Poison Centers are here for you with confidential, non-judgmental, and free expert advice.

Kids see gummy medicine like vitamins, melatonin, or cannab*s and think “candy!”

But they can be dangerous. Here’s how to help your kids stay safe:
🍬 Store gummies up, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🍬 Never call gummy medicines “candy”.
🍬 Keep gummies in their original container.

Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 to get connected to your local poison center. Poison Centers are here for you with confidential, non-judgmental, and free expert advice.

03/13/2026

Hey Polk County!

NATIONAL WALKING DAY IS COMING SOON!

So get your walking shoes ready and join us WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1!

You can walk anywhere, as far as you want, just be sure to add it to our COUNTY TOTAL!

You can find the reporting link in the comments below.

We will also be offering a special treat for anyone who would like to join us at Dunnegan Memorial Park between 11-1pm that day. Be sure to sign with us at the park entrance!

Then stay tuned for the big announcement of walked miles in Polk County for the day!

03/12/2026

Another great opportunity to get involved in the community AND have fun exercising! Saturday, March 14th 9-11am, Zumbathon at the Bolivar Rec Center!

03/10/2026

PCHC is sponsoring a su***de prevention training, QPR, on March 16, 2026.

Free and open to the public.

Lunch provided.

Registration is required. https://forms.gle/PrFqW8rtjDGm8Scq6

Lunch served 11:30. Training begins 12:00-1pm
CMH Community Rooms, Grand Missouri Bank 3rd Floor

03/06/2026

Fuel your journey—without breaking the bank!

Discover how you can nourish yourself and your family—even on a tight budget: sm.eatright.org/LimitedBudgetTips

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

Polk County Health Center will close at 3pm on Friday, March 6th for facility maintenance.

We will open at 10:00am on Monday, March 9th after maintenance is completed.

We apologize for any inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you soon!

03/05/2026

Superheroes don’t skip breakfast.

Make sure you and your family fuel up with a nutritious morning meal to help kickstart and power your day! Check out these super tips: sm.eatright.org/powerupbfst