Polk County, Iowa and the U.S. have low vaccination rates for the flu, COVID-19 and RSV
PCHD's Annual Report showcases how their programs and services were utilized in the past fiscal year.
Polk County is participating in this year’s National Injury Prevention Day (NIPD). On Friday, November 17, Polk County Courthouse will be illuminated in green light to raise awareness about gun injuries and other preventable child injuries in the community.
Polk County Health Department (PCHD) is excited to announce its partnership with Des Moines Public Library on promoting gun safety in our community. Gun trigger locks are available and FREE to pick up at all Des Moines Public Library locations.
PCHD unveils Gun Safety Campaign, 'Talk it Up, Lock it Up'.
Polk County emergency departments (ED) remain busy. As we head into summer months and summer traumas, we urge the community to use our health care resources appropriately, so those with life-threatening conditions can be seen right away.