Loup Basin Public Health Department

01/29/2026

Sugar often gets all the blame, but diabetes is more complex than one ingredient. Understanding the facts helps reduce stigma and supports healthier choices for everyone.

👉 Swipe to learn the difference between common myths and facts.

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or FACT if something surprised you

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01/29/2026

HPV is so common that most adults will get it at some point—even without knowing it. 🌎

Vaccination protects against the types of HPV that can cause cancer later in life. Prevention starts early and lasts for years! 🛡️

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01/29/2026

Testing your home for radon is simple and only takes a couple of days. 🏠

With a 2-day home radon test kit, like the ones available from LBPHD, you place the kit in the lowest lived-in level of your home, leave it undisturbed for 48 hours, then seal it up and send it in for analysis. Your results will tell you if follow-up steps are needed, giving you clear information to protect the air your family breathes. 💚

Enter for a chance to win a FREE Radon Test Kit!
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can increase the risk of lung cancer. Testing your home is easy and an important step toward protecting your health.
👉 Enter here: https://forms.office.com/r/e1eZmYPFpR

🏠 One entry per household.
🎉 The winner will be announced and contacted directly on Friday, January 30, 2026, during business hours.

Information collected will be used only for the radon test kit drawing and public health education. Your information will not be shared.

01/29/2026

Public health rarely asks for attention, but it shows up everywhere.
In the background. In the systems. In the moments that keep life moving forward. 🧩🛡️

From water & air quality 💧🌬️ to vaccines 💉, families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, and prevention 🛑, public health works quietly every day to protect and strengthen our communities.

💬 We want to hear from you:
What area of public health has impacted your life the most?
Comment below and join the conversation.

01/28/2026

Getting the HPV vaccine does not affect fertility. ✅
It’s a safe and important step to prevent HPV-related cancers without impacting future plans for having children. 💙

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01/28/2026

Did you know radon is the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers? Keep your home safe by testing for radon today. 🏠

Pick up a radon test kit at Loup Basin Public Health Department, 327 N 8th Ave, Burwell, NE 68823, or call 308-346-5795 to get started. 💚

🎉 January Radon Raffle
Enter for a chance to win a FREE radon test kit by completing the entry form:
👉 https://forms.office.com/r/e1eZmYPFpR

Radon is invisible and odorless, and testing is the only way to know your home’s level.
One entry per household. Winner drawn and contacted Friday, January 30, 2026. 🏠✔️

01/28/2026

⚠️ Public Health Notice ⚠️

IKM released a notice on January 23 regarding cookware that may contain lead. Using lead-containing pans can be harmful, especially for children and pregnant individuals. If you have IKM cookware at home, stop using it and review the recall information for next steps.

🔗 Full details here: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ikm-recalls-product-because-possible-health-risk

Protect your kitchen. Protect your health.

01/28/2026

01/28/2026

Vaccines are one of the tools that help keep our communities healthy, protecting individuals while also supporting those around us. When more people are protected, it helps reduce the spread of serious illness and keeps everyday life moving forward.

01/27/2026

Think your home might have elevated radon levels? Get a home radon test kit today from LBPHD. 🏠

If results are high, follow up with a long-term test, then contact a licensed radon mitigation professional to discuss next steps.

After mitigation, retest to be sure levels have dropped. Small actions now can make a big difference for your family’s health. 💚

🎁 Radon Raffle
Enter here: https://forms.office.com/r/e1eZmYPFpR

One entry per household. Winner drawn Friday, January 30, 2026, and contacted by LBPHD during business hours.

01/27/2026

HPV can cause cancers in both women and men, including cervical, throat, and other cancers. 🎗️

The HPV vaccine prevents these cancers before they start—protection that lasts a lifetime when given on time.

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01/26/2026

Emergencies can happen at any time, especially during winter weather 🌨️

Having a basic emergency kit and a simple plan can help your household stay safe when conditions change quickly.

Now is a good time to check supplies, review plans, and make sure everyone knows what to do. Preparing ahead helps reduce stress when it matters most.

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