BV County Public Health and Home Care

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)

10/08/2025

10/07/2025

📢Reminder for tomorrow's Community Fu Clinic at the Alta Community Library from 3:00PM-4:00PM. We also will providing blood pressure checks!

Flu shots are available for the following:
-FREE for Ag Related Workers
-$30 cash or check
-Covered through Medicare Part B
(copy of card required)

10/01/2025

Hello October! Today is National Pumpkin Spice Day.
Drop a 🎃 in the comments if you’re team or 🍁 if you’re just here for the fall vibes.

10/01/2025

✨ September is a great time to think about your health goals and your family’s future. Family planning gives you the power to choose the timing and spacing of your children—and it’s about more than birth control. It’s about making decisions that fit your life, your health, and your future dreams. 💙
📅 Whether you’re planning to start a family now, later, or not at all, we’re here to help with confidential services and support. Call HCCMS Family Health Services at 712-854-0020 for more information on how we can help.

10/01/2025

✨ Septiembre es un buen momento para pensar en tus metas de salud y en el futuro de tu familia. La planificación familiar te da el poder de elegir el momento y el espacio entre tus hijos—y es más que solo anticonceptivos. Se trata de tomar decisiones que se adapten a tu vida, tu salud y tus sueños futuros. 💙
📅 Ya sea que planees formar una familia ahora, más adelante, o nunca, estamos aquí para ayudarte con servicios y apoyo confidenciales. Llame a HCCMS Family Health Services al 712-854-0020 para obtener más información sobre cómo podemos ayudarlo.

09/25/2025

"Don’t be the silly goose that gets sick this season! Come to your community flu clinic and get your shot—quick, easy, and local!"

Why wait?

🕒 Fast and convenient
💉 Safe and effective
🛡️ Protects you and your flock

Flu season is no game—make the smart move and get vaccinated today!

09/19/2025

🌸 Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización sobre el Cáncer Ginecológico 🌸

Los cánceres ginecológicos incluyen el cáncer de cuello uterino, ovario, útero, va**na y v***a. Toda mujer está en riesgo, pero la detección temprana y los chequeos regulares pueden salvar vidas.

✅ Conoce los síntomas
✅ Mantente al día con los chequeos y las pruebas de Papanicolaou
✅ Habla con tu proveedor de salud sobre tu riesgo

Rompamos el silencio y compartamos la información. 💜
Juntos, podemos apoyar a quienes lo enfrentan y promover la prevención mediante la educación y el cuidado.

Puede que sea el momento de venir a hacer su examen anual. Llame a HCCMS Family Health Services al 712-854-0020 para averiguarlo y podemos programarlo. Por favor, no espere.

09/19/2025

🌸 September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month 🌸

Gynecologic cancers include cervical, ovarian, uterine, va**nal, and v***ar cancers. Every woman is at risk, but early detection and regular screenings can save lives.

✅ Know the symptoms
✅ Stay up to date on screenings and Pap tests
✅ Talk to your provider about your risk

Let’s break the silence and spread awareness. 💜 Together, we can support those affected and encourage prevention through education and care.

It may be time to come in to get your annual exam done. Please call HCCMS Family Health Services at 712-854-0020 to find out and we can schedule you. Please don’t wait.