As you may have heard, or perhaps you’ve seen a recent TV commercial, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will soon be issuing every Medicare beneficiary a new Medicare Card, without Social Security Numbers, to prevent fraud, fight identity theft, and keep taxpayer dollars safe. It’s unfortunate that criminals are increasingly targeting people age […]

December is nearly behind us, which means that winter is here! With the changing weather this week and knowing that snow is likely soon, it is a good time for a reminder about winter safety for kids. Here are a few safety reminders from the American Academy of Pediatrics: -Dress older infants and younger children in one […]

New Year’s resolutions are common this time of year. Some are easily broken; others are sincerely made, but hard to keep. The decision to eliminate tobacco from your life is a commitment that takes self-control and support. Area Tobacco Prevention Coordinator, Brandy Powers (Page County Public Health, Clarinda, Iowa, 712-850-1211) , reminds Iowa residents who have […]

Applications for the 2017-2018 “Embrace Iowa” campaign are now available.  The maximum dollar award is $500 and can be used to cover a variety of needs, including car repairs, medical expenses, rent, utilities, home repairs, clothing, household items and furniture.  Embrace Iowa funds are not intended to be used for Christmas gifts or food or for […]