Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

Happy New Year!

This holiday season, learn how to support your heart health by keeping track of your exercise, blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol levels. nhlbi.nih.gov/heart-truth/kn…

If you're feeling anxious, depressed or just not yourself, there’s no shame in getting help. After all, just like your physical health, it’s important to take care of your mental health. Call (855) 581-8111 Text 8558958398 YourLifeIowa.org

The holidays are full of surprises, but getting a DUI shouldn’t be one of them. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. 🎁🚓

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Iowa HHS!

This season can bring up feelings of loneliness & grief, but hope, help & healing are within reach. Reach out to someone to speak about what’s weighing on you. You can also call or text 988 or chat 988Lifeline.org

Remember, when you’re traveling home for the holidays you can always check out 511ia.org and find the latest on traffic reports and road conditions.

Fathers play a big role in the lives of their children. Thank you to the fathers who make the effort, even when you can't be there in person.

When enjoying the outdoors, do not approach wild birds that appear sick or dead and bring them home. Sick birds can carry germs, like Salmonella and avian influenza. Learn more about avian flu from the Iowa DNR: iowadnr.gov/news-release/2…

NEWS RELEASE: Improving rural health requires collaboration and innovation. During a Nov. 17 deskside media briefing, ASTHO members discussed strategies for stronger, more accessible systems. Learn more: discover.astho.org/3XD5XpL. @msdh @IowaHHS @MEPublicHealth

Today we recognize those on the front lines, who put others ahead of themselves to do extremely difficult, but vital work that is often life-saving. Thank you!

Looking for a warm, easy to make meal as the temperatures start to drop? Check out these ‘Spend Smart Eat Smart’ recipes from our friends at Iowa State University. Here’s one for a Slow Cooker Pork Chili: spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/recipe/slow-co…

The federal government shut down has not impacted our services to Iowans at this time because the state has stepped in to support the program. All assistance benefits are being processed as usual and you do not need to do anything differently.

Community Health Centers play an important role in our communities, serving Iowans across the state with comprehensive healthcare services. Check out this celebratory list of events occurring this week that can be fun for the whole family. healthcenterweek.org/events/?event_…

Reproductive health is an important component of men’s overall health and well-being. Find out what you and your loved ones should know: nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/…

Over 250 farmers markets in Iowa provide direct marketing outlets for fresh locally grown produce, baked goods, and other products. Check out this directory to see if there’s a farmers market near you: nfmd.org/ia/

Every year, too many lives are cut short by something entirely preventable: red-light running crashes.  More than 4.2 million drivers ran red lights in 2021. It’s time to put an end to red-light running. #StopOnRed2025 #SafeStopsStrongerCommunities. ncsrsafety.org/stop-on-red-we…

Learn more about the #BatsofIowa campaign by visiting hhs.iowa.gov/bats

With RAGBRAI just being a few days away, we wanted to share some tips to keep your ride safe and fun!

Looking for the perfect dish to bring to your friend’s BBQ? Find many low cost, healthy, and tasty options here: spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/recipes/