Pottawattamie County Public Health

10/02/2026

Finding local vaccine information just got easier. 💉

Learn more about VaccineConnect and how it can connect you with trusted information and local resources:

Pottawattamie County Public Health is partnering with Voices for Vaccines to bring VaccineConnect to our community, a free online resource designed to make it easier to access trusted vaccine information and find local vaccination options. 

10/01/2026

Did you know we offer confidential and affordable family planning and reproductive health services?
• Birth control options
• Pregnancy testing
• Sexual health education
• Preconception health
• Basic infertility services
• And more!

Our team is here to provide the information, resources and care you need to make informed decisions about your health. Call us to schedule an appointment!
https://pottia.gov/family-planning

09/30/2026

Join members of the Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project team for a virtual presentation on Tuesday, October 6, to learn about local cancer trends, statistics and risk factors specific to Pottawattamie County.

📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 5–6 p.m.
💻 Online

Learn more and register: https://tinyurl.com/pottawattamie

09/29/2026

Where can I get vaccinated? What vaccines are available? When are they open?

Voices for Vaccines has launched a new vaccine resource website to connect our community with trusted vaccine information and local vaccination options, all in one convenient place.

Visit VaccineConnect.org to get started.

09/28/2026

Support saves lives. Learn and share where to turn before a crisis occurs. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, compassionate, and confidential support 24/7/365 via call, text, or chat. Save and share 988 with someone you care about. 988Lifeline.org

09/27/2026

We will not be accepting walk-ins for STI testing on Monday, September 28.

If you need testing, please call our office to schedule an appointment.

📞 712-242-1155

09/25/2026

There’s never a bad time to make a healthy change. 🏈

09/25/2026

Growing bigger doesn't always mean it's time for the next seat!

Children should stay in each stage of their car seat for as long as they meet the seat manufacturer's height and weight limits. NHTSA recommends keeping children rear-facing as long as possible, up to their seat's limits, before moving to a forward-facing seat.

Not sure whether your child is ready to make the switch? Ask one of our CPS Technicians! Our team can help you determine which stage is right for your child and show you how to use their seat correctly.

Car seat checks are FREE through Pottawattamie County Public Health. Call to schedule an appointment.

09/24/2026

Caring For Our Communities is hosting a FREE Bed Bug Education Event on Tuesday, September 29! Local experts will cover how to identify bed bugs, prevention and early detection, treatment and cleaning, and important information for renters.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Public Health Office, 515 5th Ave.
🍎 Light snacks provided

RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4AqiZt5

09/23/2026

Installing a car seat can be trickier than it looks. In fact, NHTSA reports that nearly half of car seats are installed incorrectly.

Our certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians can help make sure your child’s seat is appropriate, installed correctly and ready for the road.

✅ Free car seat safety inspections
✅ Installation assistance
✅ One-on-one guidance

Contact us to schedule an appointment!