Flu shots are available at the public health office now.  Please call the office (641-464-0691) to make sure a nurse will be available when you want to come in.  We can bill standard Medicare (not HMO’s), Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare.  If paying privately, the charge for the shot will be $35. According to the […]

Childhood Obesity Is a Major Public Health Problem Children with obesity are at higher risk for having other chronic health conditions and diseases, such as asthma, sleep apnea, bone and joint problems, and type 2 diabetes. They also have more risk factors for heart disease like high blood pressure and high cholesterol than their normal […]

Summertime is here, and with the warm weather comes the opportunity to change up the dinner table routines we’ve been sticking with all year long. It’s not just fun to take dinnertime outside; it can also be necessary, as the summer months can be packed with adventures and excursions that can have families out of the house […]

Milk can become homemade ice cream in five minutes by using a bag!  This homemade, creamy treat is a summertime delight for kids and adults alike.  Be sure to seal the bags carefully!  Here is what you’ll need: 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 cup milk or half & half 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 6 tablespoons rock salt […]