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Emily Tokheim / Monday, December 15, 2025

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🥶 Preventing Frostbite & Hypothermia

Cold temps can be dangerous.
Bundle up, limit time outdoors, and know the warning signs:
• Numbness
• Shivering
• Confusion
• Skin that’s pale or waxy

Stay warm, stay safe!

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February 2026

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🏡 Home Health Care—Right at Home 🏡

🏡 Home Health Care—Right at Home 🏡

🏡 Home Health Care—Right at Home 🏡

Home health helps individuals stay safe, healthy, and independent in the comfort of their own homes.

Our services include skilled nursing, medication support, wound care, and home health aide assistance with personal cares.

💙 Know someone who could benefit?
📞 319-653-7758 | 🌐 www.washph.com

🎈🎉 It’s a birthday celebration!
🕯️ Holocaust Remembrance Day 🕯️

🔐Data Privacy Day 🔐

🔐Data Privacy Day 🔐

🔐Data Privacy Day 🔐

Protecting personal and health information matters.

Data Privacy Day is a reminder to take simple steps to keep your information secure:
✔️ Use strong, unique passwords
✔️ Be cautious with emails and links
✔️ Protect personal and health information

Safeguarding data helps protect individuals, families, and communities.

Photos from Washington County Public Health's post

Photos from Washington County Public Health's post

👶🌟 Supporting Families with the 1st Five Program 🌟👶

The 1st Five Program helps support children from birth to age five by connecting families with resources that promote healthy growth and development.

From early childhood support and developmental screenings to guidance for parents and caregivers, 1st Five is here to help families thrive during these important early years.

💙 Strong beginnings build strong futures.

If you have a child under five and could benefit from extra support or resources, talk to your physician to see if 1st Five is right for your family.

🎉 National Fun at Work Day 🎉

🎉 National Fun at Work Day 🎉

🎉 National Fun at Work Day 🎉

A little fun goes a long way!

Today is a great reminder that laughter, teamwork, and positivity help create a healthier workplace. Take a moment to celebrate coworkers, share a smile, or enjoy a lighthearted break.

A positive work environment supports well-being—for everyone.

🎈🎉 It’s a birthday celebration!

🎈🎉 It’s a birthday celebration!

🎈🎉 It’s a birthday celebration! 🎉🎈

Join us in wishing Carman a very happy birthday today!

We hope her day is filled with smiles, good moments, and a little extra celebrating. We’re so grateful for everything she brings to our team and the care she shows every day.

If you see Carman, don’t forget to help her celebrate and wish her a happy birthday! 🎂💐

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🦫✨ Happy Groundhog Day!
New baby on the way or just arrived?

2/3/2026

🎉✨ Cheers to 6 Years, Jackie!

🎉✨ Cheers to 6 Years, Jackie!

🎉✨ Cheers to 6 Years, Jackie! ✨🎉

Today we’re celebrating 6 years of commitment, care, and dedication from Jackie! 💙 Her hard work and compassion have made a lasting impact on our community and on everyone lucky enough to work alongside her.

From supporting residents to strengthening our public health team, Jackie continues to make a difference every day—and we are so thankful to have her at Washington County Public Health.

👏 Here’s to 6 years of service and many more to come!
Help us celebrate Jackie by leaving a congratulatory message below! 🎈

#6YearsStrong #PublicHealthProud #TeamWCPH #ThankYouJackie

2/4/2026

🎗️ World Cancer Day 🎗️

🎗️ World Cancer Day 🎗️

🎗️ World Cancer Day 🎗️

Today we stand together to raise awareness, support those affected by cancer, and encourage prevention and early detection.

Routine screenings, healthy habits, and access to care play an important role in reducing cancer risk and improving outcomes. Together, we can make a difference.

2/5/2026

Here is the February schedule for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program!

Here is the February schedule for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program!

Here is the February schedule for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program!

These programs help ensure that everyone has access to important vaccines, regardless of insurance status.

🤔Who Qualifies? 🤷
✅ Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program (Ages 18 & under)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Enrolled in Medicaid
3. American Indian or Alaska Native
4. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)

✅Vaccines for Adults (VFA) Program (Ages 19+)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)
3. Medicare Part B only

📞 Call us today at 319-653-7758 to schedule an appointment - secure your spot
now!

Help us spread the word—share this post so we can reach community members who might benefit from these programs! 💉😊

2/6/2026

❤️ National Wear Red Day ❤️

❤️ National Wear Red Day ❤️

❤️ National Wear Red Day ❤️

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, but many cases are preventable.

Wear red today to raise awareness, support heart health, and encourage healthy habits like staying active, eating well, and managing blood pressure.

2/7/2026

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during February!

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during February!

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during February!

Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.
**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**

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🦷 National Toothache Day 🦷
Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during February!

🏡💙 There’s No Place Like Home… for Healing!

🏡💙 There’s No Place Like Home… for Healing!

🏡💙 There’s No Place Like Home… for Healing!

Home health brings skilled care and personal support right to your door—helping people stay safe, comfortable, and independent.

From nursing care to help with personal cares, we’re proud to support our community at home.

💡 Thomas Edison’s Birthday 💡
Healthy Habit All Starts How to Brush, Floss, and Prevent Cavities

🎩 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday

🎩 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday

🎩 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday

Abraham Lincoln believed in serving the people—a value at the heart of public health.

Today, we’re reminded that protecting health, supporting families, and strengthening communities helps build a healthier future for all. 💙

Photos from Washington County Public Health's post

Photos from Washington County Public Health's post

🦷✨ February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! ✨🦷

Healthy smiles start early! Good oral health in childhood helps prevent cavities, supports overall health, and sets the foundation for lifelong healthy habits.

Through the I-SMILE™ and I-SMILE™ @ School programs, Washington County Public Health works to connect children and families with dental care, education, and preventive services—helping kids receive the care they need where they live and learn.

From dental screenings and fluoride to education and referrals, these programs support brighter smiles and healthier futures.

💙 Together, we’re helping children smile with confidence!

💘 We’re Head Over Heels for Our Community!

💘 We’re Head Over Heels for Our Community!

💘 We’re Head Over Heels for Our Community! 💘

This Valentine’s Day, Washington County Public Health is celebrating the people who make our work so meaningful—our patients, clients, families, and community partners. 💙

From home health care to public health services, we’re proud to support your health and well-being every day.

💝 Thanks for trusting us with your care. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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