Quad City Health Initiative

03/24/2026

Do you have a plan? A plan for meals, that is? Meal planning can help you choose healthy foods, whether you’re eating at home, in restaurants, or on the go. Celebrate nutrition in March and check out these tips for making nutritious choices: https://bit.ly/4lQ8bwm

Ideas for healthy meals and snacks at home and on the go.

03/20/2026

Happy Spring! This is the perfect time to add something new to your routine! Longer days and warmer weather make it easier to get outside and stay physically active. Set a new goal, try a new activity, and make movement part of your routine. https://bit.ly/44HiP1j

Learn ways adults can add physical activity to their lives.

03/13/2026

The Healthiest State Conference is an event that welcomes executives, professionals, and leaders from organizations across Iowa, to learn best practices for supporting the physical, social and mental health of coworkers and employees.

03/13/2026

Walking can help you sleep better, reduce stress and lower your chances of heart disease. These tips can help you boost your step count.

03/13/2026

03/13/2026

What you eat plays a major role in preventing chronic disease. HHS recommends a healthy eating pattern that includes:

🍗 A variety of proteins
🥣 Dairy (without added sugars)
🥕 Vegetables
🍎 Fruits and healthy fats
🥗 Plenty of fruits and vegetables
🌾 Whole grains over refined grains
🧀 Dairy options rich in nutrients
🐟 High-quality, nutrient-dense proteins (beans, nuts, fish, poultry)
🧂 Limited added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats

You don't have to overhaul your entire diet overnight. Start with one swap: whole grain bread instead of white, water instead of soda, an extra serving of veggies at dinner. Small changes, made consistently, add up to big results.

This week we shared 5 steps to prevent chronic disease and protect your health:
☐ Take action — prevention is possible
☐ Know your family health history
☐ Talk to your doctor about preventive care
☐ Move more, sit less
☐ Fuel your body with healthy foods

Your health is worth it. 💙
Source: cdc.gov/nutrition

03/11/2026

Topics for Public Health, Health Care, EMS, and Emergency Management, but all are welcome. Your ticket fee includes lunch and a snack.

03/11/2026

6 in 10 adults in the U.S. have a chronic disease. Heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are leading causes of death, and many of these are preventable. 💙
You don't need to change everything at once. Start with one:
🚶 Take a 20-minute walk today 🥦 Add one vegetable to your next meal 💧 Swap one sugary drink for water 🛌 Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep tonight 🚭 If you smoke, make a plan to quit
Small, consistent changes make a real difference over time. What's your one thing today?
Source: cdc.gov/chronicdisease

03/11/2026

The Seed Library is officially open for the season!🌱🌸

Come to the Main Library to browse our seed offerings and take home up to five seeds packets per month!

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Play is powerful. Nature is healing. Mental health grows where both meet.
Join EveryChild on May 16th at the East Moline Learning Center for a free Learning Through Nature Play Event—a day designed to support children’s emotional well‑being through exploration, creativity, and connection.
Let’s help kids thrive from the inside out.

03/11/2026

To all our coalition partners and local organizations, we encourage you to join Scott County Kids for their Spring Resource Sharing Day! Scott County CPPC (Community Partnerships Protecting Children) is offering lunch, speakers, and a chance to network and learn how we can better support local children and their families.

One of the best ways we can do this is to connect with each other and learn what offering our organizations may have to provide support.

If you are interested in attending and/or having a table to share your organization info, please contact:

Liam Healy at Liam.Healy@scottcountyiowa.gov

Deadline to register is March 20th!