Osceola Community Health Services

05/23/2026

Long hours in the field mean extra sun exposure—protect your skin while planting.
· Sunscreen: broad spectrum SPF 30+, reapply every 2 hours or after heavy sweating.
· Clothing: long sleeves, long pants, and UPF rated shirts; wide brim hat for face, ears, neck.
· Eyes: sunglasses that block UVA/UVB.
· Breaks: take shade breaks and drink water often.

05/22/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Melanoma – one type of skin cancer, is in the top 5 of cancers in Iowa and continues to rise.

Wearing sunscreen, a hat and clothing that covers the skin are just a few things you can do when outside to protect yourself from sun damage.

Learn more about sun safety: https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/index.html

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Looking for ways to support your child’s nutrition this summer?
SUN Bucks can help!
See if your kids are eligible and if they’ve been automatically enrolled or need to apply. Start here: https://hhs.iowa.gov/assistance-programs/food-assistance/sun-bucks.

05/20/2026

The best way to protect yourself from Lyme disease is to avoid tick bites. Follow these tips when you’re outside to reduce you your chance for exposure.

https://hhs.iowa.gov/health-prevention/providers-professionals/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/epi-manual/reportable-diseases/lyme-disease

05/13/2026

You don't have to be in crisis to reach out for help. 💙

This , we want you to know: you don't have to wait until things get worse to reach out. Support is always available, no matter what you're going through. Call, text, or chat 988.

05/13/2026

Our work would not be possible without the strong partnerships we have across Northwest Iowa. From staff training and mental health support to connecting individuals and families with vital resources, these organizations help make our community stronger every day.

We’re grateful for the collaboration, care, and commitment shared by:

Plains Area Mental Health
Catholic Charities USA
Seasons Center for Behavioral Health
Osceola Regional Health Center
Palo Alto County Health System, Iowa
Northwest Iowa Counseling
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Creative Living Center, P.C.
Love INC of Sioux County
ATLAS of Lyon County
ATLAS of Sioux Center
ATLAS of Spencer
Atlas Orange City
Atlas of Osceola County

Together, we create better outcomes—and more good days together. 💚

05/13/2026

Please join us this May in setting a goal of MORE GOOD DAYS!
It begins today, small steps to make real change.

If you find yourself struggling, just know that you are not alone.
Our Behavioral Health team is here to help.
Call 712-754-5329 to schedule an appointment.
www.osceolarhc.org

05/13/2026

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Week! This week we proudly celebrate our nursing team! Thank you for the care you give, the lives you touch and for the kindness and strength you show each and every day!

www.osceolarhc.org/careers