Southwest Utah Public Health Department

Southwest Utah Public Health Department The SWUPHD does not discriminate based on viewpoint or for merely expressing disagreement with department policies or practice.

The official public health department for Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane, and Washington counties, providing disease prevention, health education, community health services, and trusted public health information across Southern Utah. ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜๐—ต๐˜„๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—จ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ต ๐—ฃ๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜†

The Southwest Utah Public Health Department (SWUPHD) participates in social media to disseminate in

formation to the public while engaging individuals and organizations in promoting and protecting the health of our community. External, non-SWUPHD links do not constitute official endorsement on our behalf, and comments made by the public are the opinion of the commentator and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SWUPHD. This site is a limited public forum, and we encourage commenters to share their thoughts and opinions respectfully. A comment may be restricted if it includes:

1. foul or profane language or content;
2. sexual content, links to sexual content, or other obscene, indecent, or pornographic materials;
3. content that promotes, fosters, or encourages discrimination against any ethnicity, race, national origin, religious affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other group as defined by law;
4. content that encourages or condones illegal conduct or activity;
5. content that discloses private, protected, or confidential material as defined by law;
6. information that compromises public health or safety or the health or safety of public systems;
7. slanderous or defamatory attacks of any person or people;
8. content that is hateful or incites violence, or threatens to harm a person or an organization;
9. advertisements, promotions, or solicitation regarding any service or product;
10. content that violates copyrights, including improper use of a trademark or copyrighted material;
11. comments or links not topically related to a post made by the SWUPHD;
12. content, including links, that promotes the candidacy of any person, petition, or referendum; and/or
13. spam or repetitively disruptive content, such as the same comment posted repeatedly. Comments made on this page do not constitute a legal or official notice or comment to the SWUPHD and will not be regarded as a request for service. Also note that information posted on this page, including messages in the Message box, are considered public record. Please contact the SWUPHD if you have questions or comments. This policy is subject to change without notice.

06/03/2026

What's happening in public health right now?

This week on the radio, Dave Heaton and Dr. David Blodgett discuss several timely topics impacting our communities, including rotavirus, measles, and harmful algal blooms.

Tune in to learn what these health concerns are, who may be at risk, and what steps you can take to help keep yourself and your family safe.

Reminder: Applications for the Southwest Utah Substance Use Prevention Grant are due June 15 at 11:59 PM.Funding is avai...
06/01/2026

Reminder: Applications for the Southwest Utah Substance Use Prevention Grant are due June 15 at 11:59 PM.

Funding is available to support local programs that prevent e-cigarette, ma*****na, and other substance use in our communities.

Eligible applicants include schools, community coalitions, local government programs, and prevention-focused organizations serving Washington, Iron, Beaver, Kane, or Garfield counties.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/SubstancePreventionGrant

Don't miss this opportunity to expand prevention efforts in Southwest Utah.

We are now accepting applications for a Substance Use Prevention Grant in Southwest Utah.

Funding is available to support programs that prevent e-cigarette use, ma*****na use, and other substance use in our communities.

Who should apply?
โ€ข Community coalitions
โ€ข Schools and education agencies
โ€ข Local government programs (including law enforcement prevention efforts)

Programs must serve one or more of the following counties:
Washington, Iron, Beaver, Kane, or Garfield County.

Funding available: $20,000โ€“$100,000

Deadline: June 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Optional virtual Q&A sessions are available for applicants who have questions:
โ€ข May 12 (3:30โ€“4:00 PM)
โ€ข May 20 (9:00โ€“9:30 AM)

๐Ÿ‘‰ Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/SubstancePreventionGrant

If youโ€™re working to prevent substance use in your community, this is an opportunity to expand your impact.

Need support? Our community is stronger when we come together. Join the Free Community Resource Fair on June 5 at Main S...
05/28/2026

Need support? Our community is stronger when we come together.

Join the Free Community Resource Fair on June 5 at Main Street Park from 1 PM โ€“ 4 PM for an afternoon focused on connection, support, and resources for individuals and families in our community.

Attendees can connect with local organizations offering information and assistance for:
โ€ข Medical & health services
โ€ข Food assistance programs
โ€ข Housing & shelter support
โ€ข Medicaid/SNAP information
โ€ข Childcare resources
โ€ข Employment assistance
โ€ข Mental health services
โ€ข Veteran support
โ€ข Senior services

Plus enjoy free family activities including face painting, balloon animals, games, snacks, giveaways, haircuts, and more.

Southwest Utah Public Health Department is proud to support events that help connect community members with resources that promote health, wellness, and quality of life. โค๏ธ

05/27/2026

Summer is here and so are the 100 Deadliest Days on Utah roads.

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, traffic fatalities historically increase as more drivers travel Utahโ€™s roads. Before your next summer adventure, recommit to the Zero Fatalities pledge:
โœ… Drive Alert
โœ… Drive Buckled
โœ… Drive Calm
โœ… Drive Focused
โœ… Drive Sober

Every safe decision behind the wheel helps protect Utah families and communities. Letโ€™s work together to make this a summer of safe arrivals and zero fatalities.

Honoring their sacrifice. โค๏ธ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™Today we remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and ref...
05/25/2026

Honoring their sacrifice. โค๏ธ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™

Today we remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and reflect on the courage and sacrifice that continue to shape our communities and freedoms.

From all of us at Southwest Utah Public Health Department, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

โ˜€๏ธ School may be out, but healthy sleep habits are still in! Summer schedules can quickly turn into later bedtimes, extr...
05/23/2026

โ˜€๏ธ School may be out, but healthy sleep habits are still in!

Summer schedules can quickly turn into later bedtimes, extra screen time, and disrupted routines โ€” but quality sleep plays an important role in your childโ€™s health, learning, mood, and overall well-being.

A few simple ways to support better sleep this summer:

๐ŸŒž Get outside for morning sunlight
๐Ÿ“ต Limit screens before bedtime
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Keep a consistent bedtime routine
๐Ÿ“š Choose calming activities before sleep
๐Ÿ˜ด Create a cool, quiet sleep space

Building healthy sleep habits now can make summer more restful and help make the transition back to school easier later on.

Learn more: swuhealth.gov/sleep

In observance of Memorial Day, Southwest Utah Public Health Department offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.Memorial...
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Southwest Utah Public Health Department offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As we gather with family and friends, we pause in gratitude for their sacrifice and service.

Offices will reopen during regular business hours on Tuesday.

05/21/2026

๐Ÿฉธ Severe bleeding can become life-threatening in minutes โ€” sometimes before emergency responders can arrive.

This National STOP the BLEED day, we're highlighting skills that anyone can learn. Knowing how to apply pressure, pack a wound, or use a tourniquet could help make a difference in an emergency.

Because in critical moments, bystanders are often the first line of help.

Learn the skills. Be prepared. Save a life.

05/20/2026

What does emergency preparedness have to do with public health? More than many people realize. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

This week Dave sits down with Nathan from our Emergency Preparedness team and Janelle Servoss, Miss Red Mountain Utah and Paramedic, to talk about preparedness, community resilience, and being ready before an emergency happens.


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05/19/2026

โ˜€๏ธ May is National Water Safety Month, and this week is Safe Boating Week โ€” a reminder that safety starts before you leave the dock.

Whether you're spending time on a boat, kayak, paddleboard, or enjoying Southern Utahโ€™s lakes and reservoirs, a few simple steps can help keep everyone safe:

๐Ÿฆบ Wear a life jacket
๐Ÿ‘€ Stay focused on the water
๐Ÿšค Follow boating safety rules
๐Ÿ’™ Make a plan before heading out

According to recent U.S. Coast Guard data, 87% of drowning victims in recreational boating incidents were not wearing a life jacket.

Enjoy the water. Boat smart. Boat safe.

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Administrative Office (620 S 400 E #400)
Saint George, UT
84770

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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https://linktr.ee/swuhealth

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