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Sep 23

What is 2-1-1?

2-1-1 is simply the number to call to give help and to get help.  It is an easy-to-remember phone number that connects people who are looking for help or would like to volunteer to the appropriate community resources.  Free and confidential access to health and human services is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days […]

Sep 19

Head Lice Treatment Information

The following head lice treatment is made available from the Iowa Department of Public Health. Mix equal parts of vinegar and mineral oil.  Massage into hair and scalp.  Tie plastic bag (gallon-size food storage bag) over hair and leave on for 30 minutes.  Shampoo out with Dawn dishwashing liquid.  Then shampoo with regular shampoo.  Be […]

Sep 19

Save Money by Eating Healthy

Most people have tried to watch the money they spend at one time or the other. “Cut costs,” “trim fat,” “tighten the belt,” and “pay yourself first” are just a few expressions to describe budgeting. What about when it comes to the food and drink we put in our body? Can we eat healthy and […]

Aug 27

Curb Cut Work Continues

Ringgold County Public Health (RCPH) staff recently met with Mount Ayr City Superintendent Brent Wise and Mayor Don Solliday to reassess the city policies and environment as part of Community Transformation Grant (CTG) activities. Topics included in the assessment were physical activity, nutrition, tobacco use, chronic disease management and leadership. A continuation of the curb […]