Quad City Health Initiative

10/07/2021

We'd like to throw some confetti your way, Mississippi Valley Surgery Center and Endoscopy Center. Thanks for being a consistent supporter!

10/06/2021

Congrats to a longtime QCHI Board Member and supporter!

The Quad Cities Chamber is proud to announce that Mike Oberhaus has been promoted to Chief Strategy Officer! ✅

Mike, who has been the Chamber's Vice President, Talent and Administration, will apply his knowledge and experience to implement the Chamber’s Placemaking, Talent Development & Attraction, and Business & Economic Growth initiatives. He also will continue to oversee the Chamber’s financial management and administration. Mike replaces Kristin Glass, who recently left the Chamber to become President of Total Solutions.

“Mike will continue to be a great asset to the Chamber, where he’ll collaborate with our leadership team to advance the Chamber’s long-term strategic plan to create a prosperous regional economy where all can thrive,” said Paul Rumler, Chamber President and CEO.

For more information👇
https://bit.ly/3mxUbKz

10/06/2021

Walk More. Connect More. HSI Annual Walk on October 6

October is Iowa Healthiest State Month and Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is celebrating with a different focus each week. THIS week it's all about Moving More! Need inspiration/ideas? Let's Walk! #BeHealthyQC

Join us on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, for the 11th Annual Walk!

10/05/2021

Need some easy (yummy!) ways to add fruit to your day and help with that afternoon slump? Check these tips out👇 https://www.myplate.gov/tip-sheet/focus-whole-fruits
#BeHealthyQC

Need some easy (yummy!) ways to add fruit to your day and help with that afternoon slump? Check these tips out👇 https://www.myplate.gov/tip-sheet/focus-whole-fruits
#BeHealthyQC

10/01/2021

FREE Davenport classes just started this week...still time to register for series! #BeHealthyQC

Would you like to learn how to plan and prepare healthy meals that are delicious, nutritious, and yet do not take up too much of your time? We are excited to offer our next FREE in-person nutrition education class starting Thursday morning, September 30, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Pregnancy Resources, 2706 W Central Park Avenue in Davenport. You will learn a lot about healthy foods and recipes, food preparation methods, safe food handling at home, planning for meals and snacks, fitness as part of a healthy lifestyle, and a whole lot more. Reach out to Suzanne for more details or if you would like to register: 641-740-7391 or [email protected]

09/30/2021

We appreciate you, Waymack's!

09/29/2021

Did you clean your house? Walk the dog? Work in the garden? That all counts as physical activity! Use @HealthGov’s tool to build a weekly activity plan — chores included! https://bit.ly/2VoJpt2 #BeHealthyQC #NationalWomensHealthandFitnessDay #MoveYourWay

09/28/2021

Let's keep the vaccines rolling! Here are this week's COVID-19 vaccination numbers.
Data source: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#datatracker-home

09/27/2021

Pappas Wright addresses COVID-19 legal issues impacting the workplace | Quad Cities Chamber

ICYMI-- catch a recent presentation provided through the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce on workplace requirements surrounding COVID vaccines, etc.: https://quadcitieschamber.com/news/blog/covid-19/pappas-wright-addresses-covid-19-legal-issues-impacting-the-workplace

The Quad Cities Chamber hosted the event: COVID-19 Legal Issues Impacting the Workplace featuring Matthew Pappas & Allison Wright.

09/23/2021

Front and center (AND behind the scenes) on so many things that create a healthier Quad Cities. Thank you, Scott County Health Department!

09/22/2021

Person-Centered Mental Healthcare

What does person-centered mental healthcare look like? Hear a local example in St. Ambrose Institute for Person-Centered Care's latest podcast: https://soundcloud.com/kalaradio/person-centered-mental-healthcare?in=kalaradio/sets/institute-for-person-centered
#MakeItOK #Su***dePreventionAwarenessMonth

In this episode, Ann Garton welcomes Angi Tracy and Brandy from the Carol Center in Davenport, Iowa. They join her for a discussion about accessible mental health care and explain how the Carol Center

09/21/2021

Your shot helps you AND others! #TogetherQC

Vaccination levels as of today according to the CDC. Data source: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view

09/17/2021

Fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults get enough fruits and vegetables.

Help yourself. Help your family. Eat an apple! #BeHealthyQC #InternationalEatanAppleDay (9/18)

09/16/2021

Thanks for leading by example, Laura 'Divot' Ekizian!

09/15/2021

Consider. Research. Act. We can do this! #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

Sharing - see vaccination rates as of today according to the CDC. It looks like many have had the first vaccine but not the second (for the two-dose brands). Don't forget to finish the series and get full protection! https://www.vaccines.gov/

09/14/2021

There's always something new to see on QCTrails.org (showcasing 500+ miles of non-motorized trails in the area)! Check out what's been added just this year: #QCTrails #BeHealthyQC

There's always something new to see on QCTrails.org (showcasing 500+ miles of non-motorized trails in the area)! Check out what's been added just this year: #QCTrails #BeHealthyQC

09/13/2021

Happy Su***de Prevention Week! There's still time to register/join a team for this Saturday's local NAMI walk (on 9/18)... #TogetherQC #MakeItOK

09/10/2021

Listen now! Make It OK Stories: The Podcast released

In honor of World Su***de Prevention Day, hear from real people experiencing, coping, and making it ok to live with a mental illness: http://www.iowahealthieststate.com/blog/make-it-ok/make-it-ok-stories-the-podcast/ #MakeItOK #Su***dePrevention

Hear from brave Iowans who live with a mental illness plus gain insight on common conditions from mental health experts.

09/09/2021

Arconic-- an important presence here in the Quad Cities; an important partner in the health of our community. Thank you!

09/08/2021

Every. Shot. Matters. #TogetherQC

The number of people vaccinated against COVID-19 in our community is increasing slowly. Let's keep it going!

09/07/2021

Have you heard? The To***co Free QC Coalition has a new website! Check out who they are, what they do, and how they have a long history of helping to create a healthier Quad Cities. We're proud partners👉https://www.tobaccofreeqc.org/

Have you heard? The To***co Free QC Coalition has a new website! Check out who they are, what they do, and how they have a long history of helping to create a healthier Quad Cities. We're proud partners👉https://www.tobaccofreeqc.org/

09/03/2021

QC COVID-19 Press Briefing - 09/03/2021

Here's the latest from our county health departments and health systems... #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

09/02/2021

Shout out today to QCHI Board Member and Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinic's Executive Dean, Dr. Ron Boesch!

09/01/2021

Summer grilling success

Grilling this holiday weekend? Catch these important tips from our friends at the University of Illinois Extension Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark! go.illinois.edu/GrillingSuccess
#BeHealthyQC

A food thermometer is the best way to tell what internal temperature a food has reached. Different foods have different internal temperatures, so be aware. 145°F Beef, pork, lamb, veal (with a 3-minute rest) and fish 160°F Hamburgers and other ground meat 165°F Poultry and ground poultry Keep foo...

08/31/2021

8/30/2021 -- This week's COVID-19 vaccination numbers for the Quad Cities (Scott + Rock Island Counties).

Vaccines slow the spread of COVID-19; help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death; and are our best protection to help prevent more and stronger variants. Vaccinate 💉+ mask 😷. www.vaccines.gov.

08/30/2021

Find out why at least one of our Board Members has a hard time avoiding exercise. Brad Martell opens up about work perks, family, and the important role of QCHI https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/ #BoardStoriesGetsPersonal

Find out why at least one of our Board Members has a hard time avoiding exercise. Brad Martell opens up about work perks, family, and the important role of QCHI https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/ #BoardStoriesGetsPersonal

08/26/2021

We appreciate your support, Royal Neighbors of America!

08/25/2021

Lifestyle Medicine - Thinking Outside the Clinic! with Cheryl True, M.D.

Wanna learn what our own Board Vice Chair (Dr. CA True) eats for breakfast or grows in her garden? Check out her recent appearance on Chef AJ Live, where she brings some national attention to the Quad Cities (mentions include QCHI, QCTrails.org, and Quad Cities Behavioral Health Coalition)! #BeHealthyQC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nD9A5KyxD9k

Cheryl True MD DipABLM, FACLM is board certified in Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She completed medical school at the University of Iowa, and resid...

08/23/2021

Keep on keeping on, Quad Cities! #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

8/23/2021 -- This week's COVID-19 vaccination numbers for the Quad Cities (Scott + Rock Island Counties).

The impact the delta variant is having on our community remains extremely concerning to public health and our hospital partners. Vaccines slow the spread; help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death; and are our best protection to help prevent more and stronger variants.

Vaccinate 💉+ mask 😷.

www.vaccines.gov.

08/20/2021

QC COVID-19 Press Briefing - 8-21-2021

An important news briefing... Please watch/read. #TogetherQC

08/19/2021

We couldn't find enough confetti to show just how thankful we are for the Oberhaus's commitment to this community and QCHI! Please accept this small token of gratitude.

08/17/2021

Help our community get over 60%. Make plans to vaccinate today! #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

Weekly COVID-19 vaccination update for the Quad Cities. Find any of the 3 vaccines locally by visiting www.vaccines.gov.

Our walk-in clinic for Johnson & Johnson vaccine continues: every weekday from 8am-4pm!

08/13/2021

We are proud to have the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce as part of our leadership. We are honored to continue to be a member of the QC Covid-19 Coalition! #TogetherQC

The Quad Cities Chamber congratulates the Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition on being honored as the Chamber’s 2021 Business of the Year. The award recognizes the contributions of the dozens of Quad Cities city and county governments; public health entities; health care providers; emergency operations; faith-based organizations; nonprofit and private organizations; schools and education partners; and businesses who came together to protect our community during the pandemic.

The award was presented at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 11, at Rhythm City Casino Resort. Accepting the award on behalf of the full Coalition were seven of the participating organizations: Scott and Rock Island County Emergency Management Agencies, Rock Island and Scott County Health Departments, Community Health Care, Genesis Health System and UnityPoint Health – Trinity.

For more information👇
https://bit.ly/2VIwjdl

08/12/2021

Palmer College of Chiropractic & Palmer Chiropractic Clinics - Quad Cities-- we appreciate your leadership and support!

08/11/2021

Walk More. Connect More. HSI Annual Walk on October 6

Ready to Move More? Registration is now open for this Annual Walk. Grab a colleague, family member, or a couple of friends and form a team (Illinoisians are welcome too!) #BeHealthyQC

Join us on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, for the 11th Annual Walk!