East Central District Health Department

03/09/2026

https://youtu.be/oB2AYcZfc9Q Over 45? Put your health first and talk to your health care provider about screening for colon cancer.

This video tells the story of three individuals who are making the choice to put their health first and screen for colorectal cancer.

03/06/2026

📢 New Phone Number!

Need help with any of the services listed below? Give us a call! Our team is always happy to help and connect you with the resources you need.

📞 Call us at: (402) 563-9656

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📢 New Phone Number!

Need help with any of the services listed below? Give us a call! Our team is always happy to help and connect you with the resources you need.

📞 Llámenos al: (402) 563-9656

03/06/2026

Please stop by on March 11! And bring your resume.

03/05/2026

It's Read Across America Week! Research has shown that reading together with infants and young children significantly strengthens their relationships with parents and caregivers, promoting early brain development and attachment during crucial growth stages. This lays the groundwork for school readiness and long-term benefits throughout life.

Pediatricians believe it's never too early to read to a child. To find reading resources local to our community, please visit: Visit https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/NECOLUMBUS/ to join Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. This program is open to children under the age of five whose parent/guardian lives in Platte, Colfax, Boone or Nance County, or works in Columbus, Schuyler, or works at Sentinel Building Systems in Albion. The Columbus Library has programs for children. Learn more at https://www.columbusne.us/168/Childrens-Room

03/04/2026

Widely scattered, strong to severe storms are expected to develop Friday afternoon and continue into the evening hours. All severe-weather hazards are possible. Keep an eye on the forecast, especially if you have outdoor plans at that time. We will update here as we get closer to Friday. You can also access information from Platte County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service
https://www.weather.gov/oax/weatherstory

03/04/2026

Stop by our table at the CCC Spring Break Safety Event to connect with us about the risks of substance use and the resources available to support individuals and families in our community. We’re proud to be joined by Officer Jeff from the Columbus Police Department. Come say hello! We’ll be here until 1 PM.

03/03/2026

It’s National Nutrition Month, and we want to grow healthier together! 🪴

Tell us what fresh foods you and your family would be interested in learning to grow by filling out this short survey.

https://forms.gle/88sEibPx9KTtXznX7

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¡Es el Mes Nacional de la Nutrición, y queremos crecer más saludables juntos! 🪴

Cuéntenos qué alimentos frescos le interesaría a usted y a su familia aprender a cultivar completando esta breve encuesta.

https://forms.gle/kwcaXRMPbyiy1ok57

03/03/2026

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. If you're 45 or older, it's time to start screening for colorectal cancer, even if you don't have symptoms or a family history. Several test types are available. Talk to your healthcare provider about which one is right for you.

03/02/2026

Are you stopping by Kramer this week to register your child for kindergarten? 🎒✏️

Make sure to stop by our table! We’ll have goodies and information about who we are and the services we offer to support your family.

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¿Pasará por Kramer esta semana para inscribir a su hijo en el kindergarten? 🎒✏️

¡Asegúrese de visitar nuestra mesa! Tendremos obsequios e información sobre quiénes somos y los servicios que ofrecemos para apoyar a su familia.

02/27/2026

Algunos ataques al corazón son repentinos. Otros empiezan lentamente. El dolor y otros signos pueden desaparecer de inmediato y volver a aparecer. Es posible que no esté seguro si está sufriendo un ataque al corazón. En esta hoja informativa aprenderá cuáles son los signos de advertencia de un ataque al corazón y cómo actuar si tiene síntomas. Actúe rápido. Llame al 9-1-1.

Llame al 9-1-1 si cree que puede estar teniendo un ataque al corazón. ¡No espere! Si no puede llamar, pida a un familiar o amigo que llame al 9-1-1.

No se conduzca usted mismo al hospital. La ambulancia es la mejor y más segura manera de llegar. Los trabajadores de los servicios médicos de emergencia comenzarán los tratamientos para salvarle la vida de inmediato.

02/26/2026