Quad City Health Initiative

07/29/2021

Personally and professionally giving, throughout this pandemic. Thank you, Nita Carver Ludwig!

Personally and professionally giving, throughout this pandemic. Thank you, Nita Carver Ludwig!

07/28/2021

Who doesn't like pizza, pasta, and sweets?! But Tom Bowman (QCHI Board Chair and CEO of Community Health Care, Inc.) began to acknowledge his body couldn't handle those kinds of foods in excess. Find out what changed and how his personal health journey helps our Quad Cities community. It's all in the next installment of Board Stories👇 https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/ #BeHealthyQC

Who doesn't like pizza, pasta, and sweets?! But Tom Bowman (QCHI Board Chair and CEO of Community Health Care, Inc.) began to acknowledge his body couldn't handle those kinds of foods in excess. Find out what changed and how his personal health journey helps our Quad Cities community. It's all in the next installment of Board Stories👇 https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/ #BeHealthyQC

07/27/2021

Please consider if you haven't already taken a shot (or two). See below for Scott County Health Department opportunities. Rock Island County Health Department also has an in-house clinic... #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

COVID-19 vaccine update. As the delta variant continues to circulate (currently estimated to make up more than 80% of all positive cases in the United States), vaccination is the best form of protection.

✅Johnson & Johnson vaccine is still available at our office - walk-ins accepted Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm. Find a Pfizer (12+ years of age) or Moderna provider at www.vaccines.gov.

#TogetherQC #vaccinateqc

07/26/2021

Using the Nutrition Facts Label

Did you know this year marked some significant changes on most all food labels? Check out what was added and how it can help you Eat Right!👉https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/strategies-guidelines/nutrition-facts-label.html?fbclid=IwAR2GPzfk3IUKwkIcra775zBxZZ5Y1R5szCK0d6fJqjPxNWLEwViDMZi-wgo7 #BeHealthyQC

Improve your nutrition by understanding the label on packaged foods.

07/22/2021

Hip hip hooray, it's Thursday! A great time to thank one of our partners-- Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce.

Hip hip hooray, it's Thursday! A great time to thank one of our partners-- Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce.

07/20/2021

Update from Christine – Herb Gardening in Small Spaces

No yard? No problem!
Catch some tips from our friends at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach on how to keep fresh herbs at your fingertips (a great way to season healthfully😋) https://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/spendsmart/2021/07/19/update-from-christine-herb-gardening-in-small-spaces/ #BeHealthyQC

Back in May, I wrote a blog related to how I like to grow herbs at my house. I do not have a good space in my yard to dig up a garden, so I use containers instead. Herbs are a great food to start o…

07/19/2021

Learn to "Preserve Like a Pro" from our partners at the University of Illinois Extension Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark! There's still time to register for the 30 min mid-day webinar (THIS Wednesday, 7/21) https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=23351 #BeHealthyQC #CanningFreezingDryingOhMy

Learn to "Preserve Like a Pro" from our partners at the University of Illinois Extension Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark! There's still time to register for the 30 min mid-day webinar (THIS Wednesday, 7/21) https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=23351 #BeHealthyQC #CanningFreezingDryingOhMy

07/15/2021

Hats off to the Cropper's, on this Thank You Thursday. Your passion and commitment to the health of our community makes a difference!

Hats off to the Cropper's, on this Thank You Thursday. Your passion and commitment to the health of our community makes a difference!

07/14/2021

Impact of a RI YMCA + Library

Great news from one of our longstanding partners, Two Rivers YMCA...Thanks for being an impactful leader in our community!

07/13/2021

Keep it up, Quad Cities! #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

🔎 Weekly COVID-19 vaccine tracker update: let's keep going, Quad Cities!

Walk-in Johnson & Johnson vaccines are still available for individuals 18+ years of age at our office, Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm. No ID or residency required! Looking for a different vaccine? No problem. www.vaccines.gov

#VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

07/08/2021

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Scott County Medical Society! You support our local physicians, have provided us with a phenomenal Vice Chair (CA True), and continue to sponsor QCHI's efforts💜

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Scott County Medical Society! You support our local physicians, have provided us with a phenomenal Vice Chair (CA True), and continue to sponsor QCHI's efforts💜

07/06/2021

Since last week, we've had a small but notable increase of 1.2% in the number of Quad Citians fully vaccinated against COVID-19! Great job, QC!

Every dose of vaccine makes a difference for our community. #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

Find your vaccine here: www.vaccines.gov.

07/01/2021

Virtual fireworks, today, for the Humphries! Thank you for your leadership and sponsorship, amidst VERY busy, stretched schedules.

Virtual fireworks, today, for the Humphries! Thank you for your leadership and sponsorship, amidst VERY busy, stretched schedules.

06/30/2021

Inching up in a good way! The QC has reached an important milestone. Let's keep it going. #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

💉The Quad Cities has reached a milestone of more than 5️⃣0️⃣% of the 12+ population being fully vaccinated for COVID-19!

❕With the more contagious Delta variant circulating, vaccinations will be an important tool to help slow the spread and prevent health impacts from the virus.

🔍Find a local walk-in vaccination, weekend vaccination, or vaccine appointment: www.vaccines.gov.

06/28/2021

There's still time to give your feedback on this important survey👇 Responses are accepted through THIS Wednesday (6/30)!

Don't forget to have a voice in the health of Iowa! The #IowaHealthAssessmentSurvey closes on June 30th. Take a few minutes to complete the survey: tinyurl.com/IDPHsurvey

06/24/2021

Thank you, YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley. We appreciate your continued support of our mission!

Thank you, YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley. We appreciate your continued support of our mission!

06/23/2021

Water and Healthier Drinks

It's National Hydration Day! Find out (or review) why water is the best for body AND mind👇https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/water-and-healthier-drinks.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fhealthywater%2Fdrinking%2Fnutrition%2Findex.html

Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Learn how to drink more water and choose healthier drinks.

06/22/2021

The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute Groundbreaking

Congrats, UnityPoint Health - Quad Cities Muscatine! We're so glad the dig has begun. We're so glad you're one of our founding partners and consistently contributing to better health in our community💜

06/17/2021

Got your veggies? Here are some great tips on how to switch things up a bit and make sure you're getting the greens (and reds, oranges, yellows, and purples!) you need.
https://www.myplate.gov/tip-sheet/vary-your-veggies #eatyourveggies #BeHealthyQC

Got your veggies? Here are some great tips on how to switch things up a bit and make sure you're getting the greens (and reds, oranges, yellows, and purples!) you need.
https://www.myplate.gov/tip-sheet/vary-your-veggies #eatyourveggies #BeHealthyQC

06/17/2021

Volunteering is your passion. Creating a healthy community is your mission. Thank you, Weaver's, for your continued investment!

Volunteering is your passion. Creating a healthy community is your mission. Thank you, Weaver's, for your continued investment!

06/16/2021

QCTrails.org Bringing 125+ Local Trails to Your Fingertips

Need some space to Move More? Here are SEVERAL local options! http://www.healthycellsmagazine.com/articles/qctrails-org-brining-125-local-trails-to-your-fingertips #QCTrails #BeHealthyQC

Submitted by Quad City Health Initiative & Bi-State Regional Commission Moving more and maintaining good mental health have never been so important. A y...

06/15/2021

Have you taken the shot? There are several opportunities to get yours. See the Rock Island County Health Department and Scott County Health Department pages! #TogetherQC #VaccinateQC

So close to 50% of eligible individuals age 12+ being fully vaccinated!! Can we make it to 50%+ in the next week...for the official start of summer?!

We're all ready for the start of summer, especially this year - help us welcome back summer events and activities SAFELY by getting vaccinated now! Find a local vaccine at www.vaccines.gov.

06/10/2021

Innovating. Giving. Advocating. Serving. Just some of the ways United Way of the Quad Cities helps to create a healthy community. Thanks for being a regular QCHI sponsor and leader!

Innovating. Giving. Advocating. Serving. Just some of the ways United Way of the Quad Cities helps to create a healthy community. Thanks for being a regular QCHI sponsor and leader!

06/09/2021

Lots of new happening at Palmer College of Chiropractic! Congratulations (and know we're proud to call you and Palmer Chiropractic Clinics - Quad Cities a QCHI sponsor)💜

06/08/2021

✅We REFLECT on this past year (plus) and recognize our Board Members, their orgs, and all our partners for supporting and improving community health.
✅We RENEW our commitment to cross-sector, community health improvement.
✅We RISE TOGETHER to strengthen our QC community through collaborative, creative work!
#TogetherQC #BeHealthyQC

✅We REFLECT on this past year (plus) and recognize our Board Members, their orgs, and all our partners for supporting and improving community health.
✅We RENEW our commitment to cross-sector, community health improvement.
✅We RISE TOGETHER to strengthen our QC community through collaborative, creative work!
#TogetherQC #BeHealthyQC

06/04/2021

Find out why QCHI Board Member, Dr. Ron Boesch, is so determined to support a community health mindset. It's spelled L-E-G-A-C-Y. Get the rest of his "Board Story" here👇https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/

Find out why QCHI Board Member, Dr. Ron Boesch, is so determined to support a community health mindset. It's spelled L-E-G-A-C-Y. Get the rest of his "Board Story" here👇https://www.qchealthinitiative.org/qchi/community-partners/

06/03/2021

Committed to students. Committed to families. Committed to the community. Thank you for your leadership and engagement, Superintendent Strusz!

Committed to students. Committed to families. Committed to the community. Thank you for your leadership and engagement, Superintendent Strusz!

06/02/2021

Here are the latest stats... let's keep moving that dial, Quad Citians! #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

Here are the latest stats... let's keep moving that dial, Quad Citians! #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

05/27/2021

A partnership that reaps dividends. Thanks Quad City Bank & Trust!

A partnership that reaps dividends. Thanks Quad City Bank & Trust!

05/26/2021

Turn Strawberries into Jam and Fruit Leather and Salsa

Did you know May is National Strawberry Month? Yep. In celebration, check out this great resource from our friends at the University of Illinois Extension (complete with buying, storing, and preserving tips)! #BeHealthyQC 👇https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/live-well-eat-well/2021-05-03-turn-strawberries-jam-and-fruit-leather-and-salsa

The strawberries are coming! The strawberries are coming! May is National Strawberry Month so you might start seeing sales or promotions in grocery stores and locally grown strawberries will be available soon at local farmers markets and pick-your-own sites. Like other berries, a wonderfully ripe st...

05/25/2021

Purpose: Making Life so Wonderfully Worthwhile

Some important reminders (and tips!) from one of our founding partners, UnityPoint Health - Quad Cities Muscatine...very appropriate for this Mental Health Awareness Month💜

05/24/2021

Keep it up, Quad Citians! #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

Keep it up, Quad Citians! #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

05/21/2021

New Name. Same Mission. We are now ImpactLife!

ICYMI-- One of our consistent sponsors, Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, now has a new name. Thank you, ImpactLife, for doing just that for so many Quad Citians!

05/20/2021

Your leadership makes a difference to QCHI and the community. Thank you to UnityPoint Health - Quad Cities Muscatine's President & CEO, Bob Erickson!

Your leadership makes a difference to QCHI and the community. Thank you to UnityPoint Health - Quad Cities Muscatine's President & CEO, Bob Erickson!

05/19/2021

Here's the latest local stats... SEVERAL options, now, to receive the vaccine (including TODAY, 5/19)! Check the Rock Island County Health Department and Scott County Health Department pages. #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC

Here's the latest local stats... SEVERAL options, now, to receive the vaccine (including TODAY, 5/19)! Check the Rock Island County Health Department and Scott County Health Department pages. #VaccinateQC #TogetherQC