Greene County Public Health Iowa

12/24/2025

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12/24/2025

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12/24/2025

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HPV vaccines prevent precancerous lesions in v***a and va**na, study finds


For those vaccinated against HPV before age 17, their rate of va**nal or v***ar precancers was 57% lower than for unvaccinated women

https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/human-papillomavirus-hpv/hpv-vaccines-prevent-precancerous-lesions-v***a-and-va**na-study-finds

12/24/2025

12/23/2025

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The Iowa Office of Recovery to hear from you.
Your voice matters—and it can help shape the future of behavioral health services across Iowa.
Behavioral health is about the whole person. While it once focused mostly on substance use and addiction, it now includes both mental health and substance use—recognizing how our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors affect overall well-being.
By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you help improve access, quality, and support for behavioral health services statewide. Your experiences and insights can guide meaningful change for individuals, families, and communities.
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If you’re able, please take a moment—and consider sharing this survey so more voices can be heard.
Thank you for helping build a healthier Iowa.

12/22/2025

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12/22/2025

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Did you know protection from whooping cough (pertussis) vaccines fades over time? Kids, teens, pregnant women, and other adults may need boosters!

Staying up to date helps protect the whole family, especially the youngest ones who can’t be fully vaccinated yet.

Learn more about whooping cough: www.nfid.org/whooping-cough

12/21/2025

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Spend New Year's Day on a First Day Hike in Iowa's state parks or forests, featuring spectacular views, cultural treasures, 23 guided hikes, and 21 self-guided.

12/21/2025

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Traveling with small children this holiday season? Make sure your little ones stay safe and healthy while you travel! Use these tips for a safe and fun trip with your kids:

www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/on-the-go/Pages/Holiday-Travel-Tips.aspx

12/20/2025

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Despite high whooping cough activity, Americans unsure about vaccine recommendations

The poll revealed that up to 30% of Americans do not know whooping cough is also called pertussis.

https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/pertussis/despite-high-whooping-cough-activity-americans-unsure-about-vaccine-recommendations