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Johnson County Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa. Promoting Health. Preventing Harm. Visit our website for operating hours for our offices and clinics.

Johnson County Public Health provides leadership in:
-Preventing epidemics and the spread of disease
-Protecting against environmental hazards
-Preventing injuries
-Promoting and encouraging healthy behaviors
-Responding to disasters and assisting communities in recovery
-Assuring the quality and accessibility of health services

Johnson County Public Health is a department of Johnson County, Iowa, https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/publichealth. This site is intended to serve as a mechanism for communication between the public and Johnson County Public Health on the listed topics. View our Social Media Policy at https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/socialmediapolicy

How are we doing? Visit our Customer Satisfaction Survey & let us know how we can improve! https://me-qr.com/hyjd8kYG

08/22/2025

The Tooth Fairy might be collecting teeth, but we’re all about helping kids keep them healthy and sparkly for as long as possible!
✅ Brush twice a day
✅ Floss daily
✅ Skip sugary snacks
✅ See the dentist regularly
Good habits now = fewer visits from the Tooth Fairy later (sorry, Fairy 👀💸).
Got questions about your child’s dental health or need help finding a dentist? Our I-Smile™ program is here to help! Find out more about our Oral Health programs at https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/clinical-services/oral-health🦷💬

08/21/2025

Are your kids heading back to school soon? Be sure to talk to their healthcare provider about vaccines. Vaccines are safe and can protect your kids from serious diseases like measles, polio, whooping cough and more.

Learn more: https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me/child
Source: CDC

Documentation of a valid Certificate of Immunization Exemption (Religious or Medical) or Provisional Certificate of Immunization may be submitted in lieu of a Certificate of Immunization. Requirements for valid exemptions may be found in Iowa Code 139A.8 and Iowa Administrative Code 641-7.
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¿Sus hijos van a volver pronto a clases? No olvide hablar con su proveedor de atención médica sobre las vacunas. Las vacunas son seguras y pueden proteger a sus hijos contra enfermedades graves como el sarampión, la polio y la tos ferina, entre otras.

Obtenga más información en: https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me/child
Fuente: Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC)

Se puede presentar documentación de un certificado de exención de inmunización válido (por motivos religiosos o médicos) o de un certificado provisional de inmunización en lugar de un certificado de inmunización. Los requisitos para las exenciones válidas se pueden encontrar en el Código de Iowa 139A.8 y el Código Administrativo de Iowa 641-7.

08/20/2025

Don't miss your chance! North Liberty City Government and many community partners at out at Penn Meadows Park in North Liberty TODAY until 6 pm with FREE GROCERIES! There are eligibility requirements to receive assistance, please see the flyer. This program part of Healthy Kids Iowa.

08/20/2025

Did you know our team monitors local mosquito populations to help keep YOU safe?

We trap and test mosquitoes, in partnership with Iowa State University and the State Hygienic Lab, in our area to track species and check for viruses like West Nile, Zika, and more. It’s all part of our public health mission to stop outbreaks before they start.

Want to help?
✅ Dump standing water
✅ Wear insect repellent
✅ Report mosquito hotspots

Together, we can fight the bite! Learn more at: https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/environmental-health/mosquito-surveillance-program

08/19/2025

Stay in the know with HealthyJoCo's quarterly newsletter, Health Hub!

Subscribe for updates on our Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) process—plus news, insights, and ways to get involved.

📬 Read and subscribe at healthyjoco.substack.com

08/19/2025

💬 Teens are listening—even when they act like they’re not. Talk to them about the real risks of va**ng: addiction, lung damage, and toxic chemicals. Start the convo early. Keep it real. https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/tobacco-features/back-to-school.html

08/18/2025

Time for a check-in! Have you scheduled your child’s routine vaccinations? Schools require immunizations to help keep everyone safe. We’ve got you covered with our convenient vaccination clinics. Stay ahead of the school year!

08/18/2025

Avoid touching or handling bats, but you need to pick up a bat, wear thick
leather gloves. If you encounter a sick or injured bat, contact a wildlife rescue/rehabilitation organization or local veterinarian for help. People who are trained in handling bats should be
vaccinated and always use appropriate protection when interacting with bats. By
following good practices and respecting wildlife – we can minimize risks while coexisting
with bats. Learn how to safely catch a bat on the Iowa HHS rabies webpage https://bit.ly/batsihhs

08/17/2025

Making a checklist for back to school? Add talking to your child’s healthcare provider about vaccines to the list. Iowa requires children to be vaccinated for diseases like measles and polio before they go to school.

Learn more: https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization
Source: Iowa HHS

Documentation of a valid Certificate of Immunization Exemption (Religious or Medical) or Provisional Certificate of Immunization may be submitted in lieu of a Certificate of Immunization. Requirements for valid exemptions may be found in Iowa Code 139A.8 and Iowa Administrative Code 641-7.
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¿Está haciendo una lista antes de la vuelta a clases? Agregue a la lista hablar con el proveedor de atención médica de su hijo sobre las vacunas. Iowa requiere que los niños se vacunen contra enfermedades como el sarampión y la polio antes de ir a la escuela.

Obtenga más información: https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization
Fuente: Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos (Department of Health and Human Services, HHS) de Iowa

Se puede presentar documentación de un certificado de exención de inmunización válido (por motivos religiosos o médicos) o de un certificado provisional de inmunización en lugar de un certificado de inmunización. Los requisitos para las exenciones válidas se pueden encontrar en el Código de Iowa 139A.8 y el Código Administrativo de Iowa 641-7.

08/15/2025

🧘‍♀️ It’s National Relaxation Day! 🧘‍♂️ Public health isn’t just about vaccines and veggies—it’s also about mental health and making space for self-care. Taking time to reset helps lower stress, boost your mood, and support your overall well-being.

✅ Take a walk
✅ Breathe deeply
✅ Unplug for a bit
✅ Say “no” when you need to
✅ Ask for help when you need it

Let’s normalize rest as part of taking care of ourselves—and each other. Need help? Check out the free tools on https://healthyjoco.crediblemind.com/ 💚

08/15/2025

August slipped away... and now we're back to September. Make sure your kids head into the new school year with up-to-date vaccines and bright, healthy smiles, and clear vision. Our Back to School Clinics are open — but time is running out before the next Era begins.

08/14/2025

Johnson County Public Health wants to learn how you manage stress, emotional and mental well-being. Where do you turn for support?

Take the survey here: bit.ly/hjcwellbeing

Available in English, Español, Français, عربي

For more information about our Community Health Improvement Plan, visit healthyjoco.com.

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855 South Dubuque Street
Iowa City, IA
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https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/publichealth

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