Black Hawk County Public Health

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Staying up to date on cancer screenings is an important part of taking care of your health. Going to your health care provider every year helps keep you on track for what’s recommended. Visit our website (linked below) for more information on cancer resources.

Black Hawk County Public Health will be closed today, January 22, from 1:45 - 4:15 p.m. for an All-Staff Meeting.

Black Hawk County Public Health is closed today, Monday, January 19, in observance of the holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, January 20.

HPV causes more than 35,000 cancer cases and 7,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Protect your child with the HPV vaccine. No insurance or underinsured? Your child may qualify for the vaccine at no-cost through the VFC program. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more.

You don’t have to make medical decisions for your child alone. Their healthcare provider is the best person for guidance, answers, and support. They can help with all parts of your child’s health, including making sure your child is protected from preventable illnesses.

We wish everyone a happy and healthy start to the new year! Our office will be closed Thursday, January 1 for the holiday. We will reopen on Friday, January 2 at 8 a.m.

Black Hawk County Public Health is closed today, Friday, December 26. We will reopen on Monday, December 29 at 8 a.m.

Black Hawk County Public Health will be closed on: Wednesday, December 24 Thursday, December 25 Friday, December 26 Our office will reopen on Monday, December 29 at 8 a.m. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday!

Celebrating the holidays shouldn’t come at the cost of your health. Even moderate drinking has been linked to a higher risk of certain cancers, including breast, liver, mouth, throat, and colorectal cancers. This season, give yourself the best gift – a healthy future.

Baking still on your to-do list? Don't forget to practice food safety at every step!

Don’t miss out on the moments and people that matter most. Stay up-to-date on your immunizations to protect yourself and your loved ones, including those too young to be vaccinated and those at higher risk for serious illness.

Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold this holiday season to prevent foodborne illness. If you think you have food poisoning, call IowaSic at 844-469-2742. Interpreters available!

Correction: The clinic hours are 8 - 9 a.m., 10:30-11:30 a.m., and 1-4 p.m. The clinic is closed 9 - 10:30 a.m.

The Black Hawk County Public Health Clinic has revised hours for today, Wednesday, December 17. Our clinic hours will be 8 - 9:30 a.m., 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., and 1 - 4 p.m. The clinic is closed from 9 - 10:30 a.m. All other public health programs will remain open 8 - 4:30 p.m.

Black Hawk County Public Health is proud to present our FY2024–2025 Biennial Report. This report showcases the innovative work and collaborative efforts that have shaped our public health initiatives over the past two fiscal years. Read the full report: cdn.prod.website-files.com/6026e5c73e8004…

Our phone lines have been fixed. Thank you for your patience! Please note: Our office will be be closed today, December 12, from 9:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for an all-staff meeting. For urgent public health issues during this time, please call (319) 291-2515.

We are currently experiencing issues with our phones. We will provide an update when they are working again.

Black Hawk County Public Health will be closed today, December 12, from 9:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for an all-staff meeting. For urgent public health issues during this time, call (319) 291-2515.

Black Hawk County Public Health has relocated within our building at 1407 Independence Avenue, Waterloo. Main Reception is now located in the 1st Floor Lobby. Clinic Reception is on the 5th Floor Lobby.