Johnson County Public Health

01/22/2025

We're so excited for Give Kids a Smile Day! Thanks Kimball and Beecher Family Dentistry for working with us. If you have a child between the ages of 1-13 on Iowa Medicaid, Kimball & Beecher will be taking appointments on Friday February 21st at their Iowa City location from 8 am - 12:30 pm. Call 319-337-2114 to schedule an appointment. Spaces are limited.

Several organizations in eastern Iowa are partnering up to give free dental care to kids in need.

01/22/2025

Radon levels can be higher in Iowa homes due to our soil and over 71% of Iowa homes are well above the EPA's recommended levels. Protect your family by testing your home with kits available from us.
📞 Got questions? Our experts are ready to help you understand and reduce your risk. Test now and breathe easier 319-356-6040.

01/21/2025

We're hiring a Nurse to join our Johnson County Public Health team. Join this dynamic environment with great hours & generous benefits. For more information & to apply visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/johnsoncountyia/jobs/4796522/public-health-nurse

01/21/2025

Johnson County Public Health and Kimball and Beecher Family Dentistry are excited to announce Give Kids a Smile day Friday February 21st 8! This event will offer free preventative dental services and treatment for children ages 1-13 on Iowa Medicaid. Please call 319-337-2114 to schedule your appointment.

01/20/2025

Heads up! This morning was cold, but tomorrow is supposed to be colder yet, so bundle up! Looks like it will be *warmer* Wednesday and the rest of the week 🥳🥶

Tuesday’s Cold Weather Advisory has been extended until NOON

01/18/2025

The bitter cold returned to our area overnight with Sunday & Monday having the lowest forecasted temperatures. Protect yourself & your loved ones (pets included) if you have to be out!

🥶Check on your neighbors especially vulnerable populations like the elderly.
🥶Using a space heater? Make sure it's plugged directly into a wall outlet & away from anything flammable. NO EXTENSION CORDS!
🥶 Check for Carbon Monoxide detectors' batteries & replace if not working
🥶 Limit your time out in the cold, wear layers, & cover exposed skin (this includes your pets)
🥶 Know the warning signs of Hypothermia.

01/17/2025

In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our offices and clinics will be closed Monday January 20th. We return to regular business hours on Tuesday January 21st.

01/17/2025

Soak up the sunshine today folks! The bitter cold returns tomorrow to our area. Check out this forecast from the US National Weather Service Quad Cities Iowa/Illinois on how to protect yourself from the bitter cold.

01/15/2025

Testing for radon is simple, affordable, and vital for your health. We have short- and long-term test kits ready for purchase here at Johnson County Public Health
💡 Need advice on testing or interpreting results? Our experts are just a call or visit away! Take control of your indoor air quality today.

01/15/2025

Whoa! That's a lot of diapers! We're so proud to be a part of this program that will be directly impacting Johnson County babies and their families.

01/14/2025

Did you know that the HPV vaccine can prevent certain types of cancer? 🌟
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is very common, but the good news is that we have a safe, effective vaccine that protects against the virus and reduces the risk of HPV-related cancers.

🩺 Recommended for boys and girls starting at age 9.
🎯 Protect your kids, protect their future.

Learn more about the vaccine today! https://ow.ly/Q9mk50UGkLO

01/13/2025

Our ITS clinic is closed today. Our normal Walk-in clinic will resume on Wednesday 1/15. Thank you.

01/10/2025

Our ITS clinic will be closed on Monday January 13th. Our normal Walk-In schedule will resume on Wednesday January 15th. If you need to schedule an appointment, please contact us at 319-356-6042.

01/09/2025

Update 1/10/25: Well that was fast! It appears the free tests are no longer available. If you'd still like to test in your home, we do sell test kits. Short Term & Long Term Radon test kits can be purchased at Johnson County Public Health by calling 319-356-6040. Short-Term kits are $12 in office or can be mailed to you for $15. For more information: https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/public-health/radon

Did you know that you can order a FREE radon test kit this month? These free kits are provided by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and the American Lung Association The free kits are for Iowa residents to use in their own homes only and will be mailed directly to you. Daycares, Schools, and Businesses are not eligible. Order yours at https://action.lung.org/site/Ecommerce?store_id=34304 while supplies last.

01/09/2025

Iowa has received federal approval to expand postpartum coverage! We'll let you know when we have more information from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services concerning eligibility & a start date!

Stay tuned for updates, & thank you for your patience as we work to expand access to critical postpartum care! 💙 For the full press release: https://ow.ly/l0Bo50UCEqw

01/08/2025

Did you know radon is a serious concern in our part of Iowa? This invisible, odorless gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
🌟 Take Action: Protect your home and loved ones. We offer short- and long-term radon test kits to get you started at Johnson County Public Health Have questions? Our experts are here to help! 🏠

For more information on radon: https://ow.ly/BXuI50Uz45B

01/06/2025

**Johnson County Expands Child Care Assistance Incentive Program!** 🎉
This program bridges a gap where only 9% of childcare slots in Johnson County were accessible to families in Iowa's assistance program. With $575,000 in ARPA funding, it supports local providers through Dec. 2026.

Open to licensed childcare centers & registered child development homes in Johnson County that participate in IQ4K.

Providers are encouraged to learn more & apply:
💻 www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/cca-incentive-program
📞 (319) 356-6090
📧 [email protected]

01/06/2025

Join One Iowa for a webinar on how Big To***co targets LGBTQIA+ members of our community. Hosted by American Lung Association in Iowa and One Iowa Wednesday January 15th from Noon-1 pm. Register at https://bit.ly/401rU2T