Greene County Public Health Iowa

01/16/2026

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
screening recommendations:

People with a cervix aged 21 to 29 get screened every 3 years with PAP Test alone

People with a cervix aged 30 to 65 years get screened every 3 years with PAP test alone, every 5 years with high-risk HPV testing alone, or every 5 years with HrHPV testing in combination with cytology

01/15/2026

01/15/2026

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Greene County Public Health Director Shelby Cooklin. Photo by Coltrane Carlson-Raccoon Valley RadioFollowing the recent announcement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about making changes to recommended vaccines for children, one local expert clears up

01/14/2026

Free male and female condoms are always available in the Greene County Public Health office waiting area.

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01/14/2026

Immunization programs rank among the greatest public health achievements globally. Alongside clean water and better access to health care, vaccines have played a crucial role in boosting life expectancy across nations and dramatically reducing the high rates of infant mortality that were common not long ago. The World Health Organization estimates that vaccination campaigns prevent 4 to 5 million deaths each year. Greene County Public Health strongly supports the science of vaccines and remains committed to providing local access to immunizations for the community.

01/14/2026

01/13/2026

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01/13/2026

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RSV can affect people of all ages. Arm yourself with knowledge and learn how you can help to protect yourself and your family: www.nfid.org/rsv

01/12/2026

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01/12/2026

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01/11/2026