Humboldt County Public Health

02/17/2026

🚭 Quit To***co, Protect Your Heart

Smoking and to***co use significantly increases your risk for heart disease.

👉 We’re here to help! Join our Smoking Cessation Classes & To***co Education to learn tools to quit and stay to***co-free.

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your heart ❤️ — and we can help you do it! Give us a call at 515-332-2492 to learn more!

02/16/2026

🧼 A Simple Step That Makes a Big Difference

We are seeing very high levels of respiratory infections in our community. One of the easiest and most effective ways to help stop the spread is to wash your hands often.

🫧 Soap + water for 20 seconds
💙 Protect yourself and others

Let’s work together to keep our community healthy.

02/12/2026

The Mobile Food Pantry is coming to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds TODAY from 4:30PM to 6PM (or until food runs out)

All are welcome - please share 🍌🍓🍈🍇

02/12/2026

👶 Heart Health for Families

Heart health isn’t just for adults — a healthy start begins early!
Through WIC, Maternal & Child Health, and Child Health Clinics, we support families with nutrition tips, screenings, and preventative care. Contact Public Health today to learn more about how we can help you (515) 332-2492.

💡 Healthy habits start young — let us help your family thrive!

02/10/2026

Join us tonight at the Slam The Stigma Game - Humboldt vs. Algona from 4:30-8PM to help bring awareness to Mental Health! Wear your green 💚

02/10/2026

🩺 Know Your Numbers

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” — many people don’t know they have it until it’s too late.

👍 This Heart Month, stop by Humboldt County Public Health for FREE blood pressure checks and talk with one of our licensed RNs about what your numbers mean. Give us a call at 515-332-2492 to learn more.

Taking charge of your health starts with knowing your numbers! 💪

02/03/2026

February is National Heart Month!

Did you know heart disease is the #1 cause of death in Iowa?

Heart disease accounted for about 23% of all deaths in Iowa in the most recent data — more than any other cause.
At Humboldt County Public Health, we’re here to help you protect your heart with FREE and low-cost services all year long!
💙 Free blood pressure checks with our licensed nurses
💙 Smoking Cessation & To***co Education programs
💙 Support through WIC, Maternal & Child Health
💙 Child Health Clinics & Oral Health services
💙 Lead testing & outreach

Your heart matters — let us help you keep it healthy! ❤️

01/20/2026

Join us for Slam the Stigma! 💚
Let’s come together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and highlight local mental health resources.
Grab a T-shirt, wear green, and help show your support for mental health in our community!

🏀 It’s Time to Slam the Stigma! 🧠💙

The Slam The Stigma shirt order is officially LIVE! Grab your shirt and wear it proudly as we bring awareness to mental health and help end the stigma—one basket at a time.

🗓 Order Deadline: January 22nd at 11:59 PM (don’t let the buzzer beat you!)
Order Here: https://slamthestigma26.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPV89pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJQWxLUVIwYTExd3hlNkZZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkx7LGAUCOvBv9v8hH5kSc2YCxlE-S-SARY2BxPUWrmaW6ARfNslnrFRhuWr_aem_uqnbK2jjfXO2DM4jkrNYSw

👕 Wear your shirt to the Slam The Stigma Game on February 10th when Humboldt High School takes on Algona.
Mental health matters on and off the court. Let’s show up, speak up, and make mental health a full-court priority. 💪

01/14/2026

It is time to start walking to improve your quality of life. Come start this 6-week plan to create new healthy habits and hold yourself accountable towards your activity goals.

01/14/2026

📣 Sharing from our partners at ISU Extension!
They have a great upcoming program you won’t want to miss. If you’re interested in learning more and connecting with helpful local resources, be sure to check this out 👇

It is time to start walking to improve your quality of life. Come start this 6-week plan to create new healthy habits and hold yourself accountable towards your activity goals.

01/09/2026

Radon is a hidden danger in Iowa homes—and January is the time to act.

🏠 70%+ of Iowa homes exceed the EPA’s radon action level
🫁 Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer
⚠️ It’s odorless, tasteless, and colorless

You won’t know your risk unless you test.

The American Lung Association is offering free radon test kits for Iowa residents.
🔗 Take the pledge and test your home:
https://www.lung.org/ia/radon-in-iowa

01/05/2026

🎉 New Year, Same Flu 🎉
As we ring in the new year, Iowa’s flu activity level has moved to VERY HIGH and is on the rise in our community.

If getting a flu shot didn’t make your New Year’s resolution list, there’s still time! Call our office at 515-332-2492 to schedule.

Let’s start the year off strong—cover your coughs and sneezes and wash your hands often! 🧼🤧