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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.

PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE DURING BUSINESS HOURS (8:00-5:00): (402) 462-6211

After Hours Emergency Contacts

Disease Surveillance: Michele Bever, Executive Director or Jessica Warner, Disease Surveillance Coordinator: Please call 402-469-6480.
Public Health Emergency: Jim Morgan, Public Health Risk Coordinator: Please call 402-469-2543.

 

Statewide Coronavirus Information Line

DHHS opened a statewide coronavirus (COVID-19) information line to help answer general questions and share the latest information and resources with Nebraskans to help keep them informed. 

The number is  (402) 552-6645; hours of operation are 8:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. CST, 7 days a week. Land line fees apply. 

Community Health Improvement

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.

How Healthy Are We?

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

Vaccine Program

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.

News & Notes

June 1, 2020

If you’re looking for a way to get in shape and get involved in the community, we’ve got you covered. Here are five reasons to run for a charity this summer.

May 25, 2020

Like any other muscle, a brain needs to be exercised, stretched and challenged to stay strong. Check out these cool tricks you can practice to exercise your brain and build mental muscle.

May 18, 2020

Caring for animals is an important part of living an altruistic lifestyle. Today we explore how you can live more altruistically with the animals in your day-to-day life.

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A Note from the Director

“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."