Johnson County Public Health

05/28/2026

FYI

Iowa HHS is aware that some SNAP recipients had their EBT cards canceled. As a result, some customers are currently unable to use their SNAP cards.

New replacement cards have been issued and should arrive in 5-7 days. Please do not request a new EBT card because a new card has already been issued.

If you have questions in the meantime, please contact our customer support team at 1-877-347-5678

05/28/2026

Long hours in the field mean extra sun exposure—protect your skin while planting.
- Sunscreen: broad spectrum SPF 30+, reapply every 2 hours or after heavy sweating.
- Clothing: long sleeves, long pants and UPF rated shirts; wide brim hat for face, ears, neck.
- Eyes: sunglasses that block UVA/UVB.
- Breaks: take shade breaks and drink water often.

05/27/2026

Social wellbeing is shaped by the quality of our connections and how they make us feel. Taking time to reflect on relationships can help support balance, belonging, and overall mental health. We've got tools you can use to support your social wellbeing. Visit healthyjoco.crediblemind.com/lists/how-social-connection-impacts-mental-health.

05/26/2026

Store herbicides smart—keep them labeled in original containers, away from PPE, food and heat and always track what you use.

05/22/2026

Johnson County Public Health's offices and clinics will be closed on Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We return to normal operations on Tuesday.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and clinics will be closed Monday, May 25.

05/21/2026

Planting season brings more tractors and equipment near homes. Encourage your family to designate a supervised play area away from fields, remove keys from machines, and post an emergency plan. Share this with your neighbors.

05/19/2026

Cognitive health plays a key role in how we focus, learn, and make sense of daily life. Supporting brain health helps create a strong foundation for overall mental wellbeing. Visit https://healthyjoco.crediblemind.com/lists/understanding-cognitive-health for more resources.

05/18/2026

First aid readiness: we recommend stocking a well‑supplied first aid kit in each tractor, truck and shop and checking supplies monthly.

05/15/2026

Should I be worried about Hantavirus? Short answer: No. You may be seeing headlines about a recent hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship. Fortunately cases are rare and the type we can see in Iowa is not transmitted person-to-person. See the graphics for more information and visit https://www.cdc.gov/hantavirus/about/index.html for more details.