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SHDHD's COVID-19 Health Advisory, October 5
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The South Heartland District Health Department is dedicated to preserving and improving the health of residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls and Webster counties.
View SHDHD COVID-19 Video Press Briefing with Local Health Professionals (08.18.2021)
View COVID-19 Presentations by Dr. Daniel Leonard & Dr. James Lawler (08.10.2021)
(402) 462-6211 or Toll Free (877) 238-7595 | Weekdays 8AM - 5PM
After Hours: (402) 462-6211 | Toll Free (877) 238-7595
For Emergencies: Public Health Risk Coordinator, 402-469-2543.
For Health Care Providers (After Hours): 402-469-6480.
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is developed from the Community Health Needs Assessment. Priority Goals are developed to address determined priority areas of need. Collaborative workgroups (1) assess data and trends to (2) develop objectives and strategies to (3) implement interventions.
To view the South Heartland District's CHIP progress click here.
South Heartland District Health Department's local health data provides health information for residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls and Webster counties. Three survey reports provide information about health behaviors, chronic health conditions, and use of preventive services. Click here for more information
The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps provide vaccines to children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of getting their recommended vaccinations on schedule. Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and adolescents from 16 diseases.
November is often associated with a time of giving thanks, and this year is no different. In order to get the most out of the month, we’re deeming this as the year to start early. Make the entire month about showing gratitude to those you love, and even strangers.
The spooky season is coming to an end before we know it, but that doesn’t mean we’re over October. Scary doesn’t always have to be bad. Instead, use these final weeks as a reminder to do some scary-good deeds and give back to your community.
In order to lead a truly altruistic life, it’s important to take stock of your own mental health, as well as those around you. There are a ton of free resources and tactics you can use to check-in and improve your mental clarity.
“It is not unusual for us to meet people who haven’t heard of South Heartland District Health Department or who don’t really know what we do. While public health workers do a great job carrying out statutory authorities and the ten essential services of public health, we often work behind the scenes. Everything we do supports progress toward our vision. We Prepare, Prevent, Promote, and Protect and we work with others in our communities to assure we have conditions in which people can be healthy. We are proud of our many partnerships that help make all of our work happen. We are continuing to develop our role as community convener and chief health strategist for the four-county district to create an environment where people can be healthy."
