Grundy County Public Health

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GCPH provides needed public health services to prevent illness, promote healthy lifestyles and to protect against public health threats to local residents, by improving the health of the people we serve through healing, caring, and teaching.

Spring into good health 🌷Wellness visits and staying up to date on vaccinations help protect you, your family, and our c...
03/25/2026

Spring into good health 🌷
Wellness visits and staying up to date on vaccinations help protect you, your family, and our community. Schedule your appointment today or talk to your healthcare provider today! 🩺

It's ! Know what to do no matter where you are if a tornado hits your area! 🌪️Ready.iowa.gov/tornadoes
03/24/2026

It's !

Know what to do no matter where you are if a tornado hits your area! 🌪️
Ready.iowa.gov/tornadoes

It's day 2 of , & today's focus= 🌪️ Safety.

When a tornado is coming, you have a short amount of time to make life or death decisions. Tornadoes can destroy buildings, flip cars & create deadly flying debris. Make a plan & always know where to go wherever you may be!

Ready.iowa.gov/tornadoes

🌸 Spring is in the air…here comes the pollen.🤧If seasonal allergies slow you down, a few simple steps can help you breat...
03/23/2026

🌸 Spring is in the air…here comes the pollen.🤧
If seasonal allergies slow you down, a few simple steps can help you breathe easier:

🌼 Check daily pollen counts
🏡 Keep windows and doors closed on high pollen days
🚿 Shower and change clothes after being outside
💊 Consider over-the-counter allergy relief
👩‍⚕️ Talk to your provider about testing and treatment options

Stay ahead of allergy season and enjoy everything spring has to offer! 🌷
https://www.trinityhealthmichigan.org/newsroom/blog-articles/how-navigate-and-prevent-spring-allergies

🏀 March Madness is here!As you head down the road to the Final Four, remember: make smart plays off the court too.🚫 Don’...
03/20/2026

🏀 March Madness is here!
As you head down the road to the Final Four, remember: make smart plays off the court too.

🚫 Don’t drink and drive
📱 Plan a ride home
👥 Look out for your teammates

Stay safe so you don’t miss the buzzer-beaters!

This March Madness, take your best shot at bracketology — and be your best self behind the wheel. 🏀✔️

Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

It's ! ☠️ Many poisonings happen at home—but they’re preventable!✔️ Be mindful of seasonal hazards ✔️ Store and use pro...
03/19/2026

It's ! ☠️
Many poisonings happen at home—but they’re preventable!

✔️ Be mindful of seasonal hazards
✔️ Store and use products safely
✔️ Save Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Quick action can save a life.
https://www.iowapoison.org/prevention

Shingles isn’t just a rash—it can cause severe pain that lasts for months or even years. Also known as Herpes zoster, sh...
03/18/2026

Shingles isn’t just a rash—it can cause severe pain that lasts for months or even years. Also known as Herpes zoster, shingles comes from the same virus that causes Chickenpox—and it can reactivate later in life.
💉 The good news? The vaccine is highly effective at preventing shingles and its complications.
✔️ Recommended for adults 50+
✔️ Over 90% effective
✔️ Helps prevent long-term nerve pain (postherpetic neuralgia)
Protect yourself before shingles strikes—talk to your healthcare provider about getting vaccinated!
More information: https://familydoctor.org/condition/shingles/

Looking for something fun to do over spring break? Unplug and go play at GNB Bank's Spring Fun Fest! 🤩
03/16/2026

Looking for something fun to do over spring break? Unplug and go play at GNB Bank's Spring Fun Fest! 🤩

March is **alCancerAwarenessMonth 💙Did you know colore**al cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the Un...
03/16/2026

March is **alCancerAwarenessMonth 💙
Did you know colore**al cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States?
According to the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) the National Cancer Institute estimated that 154,270 people in the United States received a diagnosis of colon or re**al cancer in 2025, and approximately 52,900 died of it.
Regular screening can prevent colore**al cancer or catch it early. Adults age 45 and older should talk to their healthcare provider about screening options.

Know the signs, know your risk, and stay up to date on screenings. Early detection saves lives. 🎗️
https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/colore**al-cancer-awareness-month/

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706 H Avenue Suite 2
Grundy Center, IA
50638

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
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The Grundy County Public Health office provides public health education, resources and services to Grundy County, Iowa. The public health office receives federal, state and county funding to support these programs and services. Services include: individual and group teaching and information; communicable disease investigation, follow-up, and prevention education; school health programs; emergency preparedness; substance abuse prevention: child passenger safety; injury prevention programs and education. Information and referrals to community services is also provided. GCPH works actively with county emergency management, law makers, county decision and policy makers, and other community partners to strengthen public health preparedness in the event of a natural disaster or act of terrorism. GCPH oversees the county's Medical Reserve Corps, a group of volunteers which can be utilized, as needed, in such events. The Grundy County Board of Health is appointed by the Board of Supervisors as the policy making board of the public health department. GCPH complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or s*x.