East Central District Health Department

10/29/2025

Everyone needs a little help sometimes.
Find free food, community programs, and local support for Nance, Boone, Colfax and Platte counties all in one easy place.

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Todos necesitan un poco de ayuda en ocasiones. Encuentre alimentos gratuitos, programas comunitarios y apoyo local para los condados de Nance, Boone, Colfax y Platte, todo en un solo lugar de manera sencilla.

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10/29/2025

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), at the direction of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), will pause Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on October 29 due to the federal government shutdown.

Current SNAP recipients may continue to use any remaining benefits on their EBT cards. Unspent SNAP funds remain accessible for nine months from the date of last use.

DHHS staff remain ready to assist Nebraskans by accepting and processing applications, recertifications, and reported changes.

Nebraskans who need assistance are encouraged to contact 211, a statewide resource and referral hotline. By dialing 2-1-1 or visiting https://uwm211.org/nebraska-programs, individuals can be connected with food, housing, financial assistance, and other support services.

“DHHS has a plan in place to immediately begin working with the USDA to process payments and get benefits to recipients as soon as possible when the government shutdown ends," said CEO Steve Corsi."

10/28/2025

Flu shots are available at East Central! Give us a call to schedule yours today! (402) 562-7500 Ask for Sami or Jasmine.

10/24/2025

¡Únase a nosotros mañana, Octubre 25, para nuestra Cocina Educativa en Hy-Vee! Traiga a toda su familia para aprender sobre la alimentación saludable.

Acompáñenos este Sábado 13 de Septiembre en Hy-Vee.

10/24/2025

Medication safety matters for everyone! Whether it’s your little ones, elderly loved ones, or even yourself. Knowing how to properly handle and store medications can make all the difference.

Below are some important tips on what to look for to keep your family healthy and protected!

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¡La seguridad en la medicación es importante para todos! Ya sea para sus pequeños, sus seres queridos mayores o incluso para usted mismo. Conocer cómo manejar y almacenar adecuadamente los medicamentos puede marcar toda la diferencia.

A continuación, se presentan algunos consejos importantes sobre qué aspectos observar para mantener a su familia sana y protegida.

10/20/2025

In honor of National Health Education Week, we would like to recognize our East Central team for all the hard work they do for our community. Thank you for your dedication toward the health and well-being of our team and community!

Molly Pofahl, Chief Public Health Officer
Leslie Castillo, Community Health Worker
Jasmine Cruz, IMMS Educator
Paul Einero, Project Coordinator
Sami Hawthorne, IMMS Coordinator
Samantha Higgins, Emergency Response Coordinator
Jacob Holfor, Program Coordinator
Patty Long, WIC Director
Sarai Ramos, Community Health Worker
Dana Spindola, Infectious Disease Surveillance Coordinator

10/20/2025

Join our friends at Good Neighbor in Fremont!

10/16/2025

10/13/2025

National Su***de Prevention Week is Oct. 8 -14

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, confidential, free, 24/7/365 help is available.
Call or text 988
Chat at 988lifeline.org

Recent data show that the United States is in mental health crisis, experienced by people of all ages—but especially among young people. This trend was observed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but has been worsened by pandemic-related factors. In addition, drug overdose and su***de remain leading causes of deaths in the U.S. These deaths, often associated with mental distress, continue to impact families and communities socially, emotionally, and economically long after they occur.

The CDC has mental health resources available. Find out more at https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/caring/index.html

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day.

Conflicts, disasters, and health emergencies take a heavy toll on mental health. Around 1 in 5 people in conflict-affected areas are estimated to have a mental health condition. Experiencing fear, anxiety or sadness in such circumstances is a normal reaction to very stressful events.

Mental health is essential for rebuilding lives. Beyond food, water, and medicine, survivors also need mental health and psychosocial support to cope, recover, and rebuild.

Making mental health and psychosocial support a core part of emergency response not only saves lives but also strengthens communities and health systems for the future.

10/09/2025

Check out this event in Fremont, hosted by our friends at Good Neighbor!