BV County Public Health and Home Care

01/26/2026

Winter colds, flu, and RSV are going around 🤧❄️
If you have kids and worry about doctor visits or prescriptions, Hawki Insurance can help keep them covered. Hawki provides low-cost or free health coverage for children, so winter illnesses don’t turn into financial stress.

✔️ Doctor visits
✔️ Prescriptions
✔️ Preventive care

Check your eligibility and get peace of mind this winter. 💙
👉 Apply today and keep your family protected. Call us at 712-263-3303

01/23/2026

January is National Radon Action Month!

01/22/2026

🌟 January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! 🌟

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is extremely common, and many people who have it don’t even know it. The good news? There’s a safe and effective vaccine that helps protect against the types of HPV that can lead to cervical cancer, as well as throat cancer, and other HPV‑related diseases.
Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. 💙
📞 Ready to schedule an appointment or learn more? Call us at 712‑749‑2548.

01/19/2026

🚬Tobacco use doesn't just affect your lungs---it puts your oral health at risk too. ***co

01/15/2026

Early immunizations help children build immunity before they are exposed to germs that can make them very sick.

Vaccines are one of our most powerful tools to prevent life-threatening diseases. That's why most childhood vaccines are recommended during your baby's first 12 to 18 months of life.

Have questions about which vaccines your child needs? You're not alone! Check out this helpful resource from AAP to see what's recommended before age 6: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Your-Babys-First-Vaccines.aspx

11/25/2025

It's not to late to protect your health! Contact us at 712-749-2548 to schedule your flu shot today!

11/25/2025

Winter is a tricky time for car seats. As a general rule, bulky clothing, including winter coats and snowsuits, should not be worn underneath the harness of a car seat. Check out this website for more information on coats for babies, toddlers, and kids. https://ow.ly/L2TA50U72Zp

11/19/2025

11/05/2025

Buena Vista County Public Health recognizes the ongoing need for food support in our community. We are proud to partner with the Fill the Gap Food Drive and serve as a designated drop-off location for non-perishable food items listed below.

Donations can be made during our regular office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 712-749-2548.

11/03/2025

🦇 “Don’t Go Batty — A Public Health PSA”

🦇 Feeling a little batty this season? That’s fine — just don’t touch the real ones!

Bats are great at eating mosquitoes, but they can also carry rabies.

📞 If you find one on the ground, flying weirdly, or hanging out in your house — it’s not auditioning for Batman 2.

🧤 Don’t try to be the hero. Look, don’t touch!
Call animal control or your local health department to handle it safely.

Because the only bite you want this fall is from your favorite snack 🍫 — not a bat.

11/03/2025

Public Health had a great time being part of Alta Elementary's Trunk or Treat on Halloween! 🎃

Trick or Treat, Brush Your Teeth 🪥 🦷👹

Spooktacular Benefits of Eating the Rainbow! 🍌🥕🌈

10/08/2025

📢Reminder for tomorrow's Community Fu Clinic at the Marathon Community Center from 11:00AM-11:30AM.

-FREE Flu Shots for Ag Related Workers
-$30 Cash or Check
-Covered by Medicare Part B (copy of card required)