Pottawattamie County Public Health's mission is to work in partnership to protect all of Pottawattamie County residents’ health. Health: that optimal state of physical, mental, and environmental well-being that is a right and responsibility of all residents of Pottawattamie County.
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Pottawattamie County Public Health offers free car seat installations and checks from one of our Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technicians. Call 712-242-1155 to schedule an appointment for a check today!
Pottawattamie County Public Health has flu shots available at no cost for VFC and individuals with insurance. For individuals without insurance, they are available for $20 cash. Both walk-ins and appointments available Monday-Friday 8:30-4:00pm.
Pottawattamie County’s– ‘An Expression of Community’ has been recognized with the Innovative Practice Bronze Award from the National Associations of County & City Health Officials (NACCHO). The award celebrates local health departments for developing innovative programs to meet the needs of their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The designation as a Bronze Innovative Practice demonstrates a high level of program innovation and reflects the collaboration, adaptability, and program resilience.
The Iowa Department of Public Health has confirmed the first probable case of monkeypox in Pottawattamie County. Pottawattamie County Public Health is working closely with IDPH to conduct contact tracing.