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Polk County Health Department Releases Annual Report
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Polk County Health Department Releases Annual Report

The Polk County Health Department has released its Annual Report for the 2024 fiscal year, highlighting stories and data from their work throughout the year.

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12/17/2024

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Findings from Latest Community Health Needs Assessment Released

The Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is the result of a collaborative effort among leading health organizations and community partners to better understand and address the health needs of residents in Dallas, Polk, and Warren counties.

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12/10/2024

Polk County Appoints Juliann Van Liew as Next Health Department Director
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Polk County Appoints Juliann Van Liew as Next Health Department Director

The Polk County Board of Supervisors has named Juliann Van Liew as the next Director of the Polk County Health Department (PCHD).

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12/3/2024

Polk County Illuminated in Green to Promote National Injury Prevention Week
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Polk County Illuminated in Green to Promote National Injury Prevention Week

On Monday, Nov. 18, the Polk County Courthouse and Wells Fargo Arena will be illuminated in green light in recognition of National Injury Prevention Week.

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11/18/2024

Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Available at Polk County Health Department
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Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Available at Polk County Health Department

PCHD is offering flu and COVID-19 vaccines for the 2024-2025 season.

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9/24/2024

Polk County Health Department Director Helen Eddy Announces Retirement
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Polk County Health Department Director Helen Eddy Announces Retirement

After seven years of dedicated service, Helen Eddy, Director of the Polk County Health Department (PCHD), will be retiring on January 17, 2025.

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9/10/2024