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Marion County Public Health Department -Hawk-i

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Healthy kids are happy kids! Hawk-i is health care coverage for uninsured children under the age of 19. The child must be a citizen or a lawfully admitted resident and meet the income guidelines. Services that are covered under hawk-i include:. When a child is enrolled they will be eligible for 12 months. Coverage must be renewed every year. Renewal forms must be completed and returned every year in order for coverage to continue. To apply for Hawk-i today. click here. Or go to www.hawk-i.org.

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Marion County Public Health Department -Other Public Health Programs

http://www.marionph.org/programs/publichealth.html

Community Health Needs Assessment and Health Improvement Plan. Child Care Nurse Consultant. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Marion County Public Health Department. 2003 N. Lincoln. Knoxville, IA 50138. Other Public Health Programs.

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Marion County Public Health Department -Immunizations

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Immunization Clinics are held to administer the required and recommended immunizations to infants and children. Call our office at 641-828-2238 to schedule an appointment for your child. The VFC program provides vaccines for children from birth through 18 years of age who meet one of the following criteria:. Child has no health insurance coverage. Child is American Indian or Alaskan Native. Child is enrolled in Medicaid (Title XIX). Please contact us regarding adult immunizations. If an unvaccinated chil...

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Marion County Public Health Department -Homemaker

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The Homemaker program of Marion County provides care to individuals who need assistance in their homes. Trained Home Care Aides assist clients with. Other in-home tasks necessary to help individuals remain safely in their home. A doctor's order is not required to receive homemaker services. Services require a condition that prevents individuals from doing their own housekeeping tasks. Homemaker services care paid for privately by the client. If you have a friend or family. Child Care Nurse Consultant.

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Marion County Public Health Department -Public Health Nursing

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The fundamental obligations of Public Health are to “prevent epidemics and spread of disease; protect againstenvironmental hazards; prevent injuries; promote and encourage healthy behaviors and mental health; respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery; andassure the quality and accessibility of health services.”. Chronic Care home visits. Frail Elderly Case Management. Blood Pressure screening clinics. CPR and First Aid Training. Resource and Referral Information. We believe that….

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Marion County Public Health Department - Community Transformation

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The Community Transformation Grant (CTG) is a signature program of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC) The grant is intended to prevent leading causes of death and disability through evidence-based initiatives, environmental and systems change, and strengthening the health infrastructure. Safe and Healthy Environment. A minimum of 50% of the grant funds distributed to 26 local boards of health must be used for four of the strategic directions. So what’s the impact? How can I get involved?

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Marion County Public Health Department -Lead Poisoning Prevention

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Childhood lead poisoning can occur when. A child is exposed to even. How do children become lead poisoned? Children become lead poisoned when they:. Put lead-based paint chips in their mouths. Put dusty or dirty hands, toys, bottles, or pacifiers in their mouths. Chew on surfaces painted with lead-based paint. Play in dirt or a sandbox near an old house or building or where one was torn down. Breathe in dust from lead-based paint that is being sanded, scraped, or removed. How common is lead poisoning?

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Marion County Public Health Department -CCNC

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Is a program that was initiated as part of the National Healthy Child America Campaign supported by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, and Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The program was created to improve the health and safety of children in child care settings through the support of a Child Care Nurse Consultant. What does a child care nurse consultant do? Why does a child care program or preschool need a nurse consultant?

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Marion County Public Health Department -Care for Yourself

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Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. Take An Active Role in Your Health! Women today face many demands and challenges. It is important to create a healthy balance in your life. Knowing your health risks and what you can do to protect your health are the first steps. The Care for Yourself. Program can help assist you in reducing your lifestyle risks. The Care for Yourself program helps eligible women receive:. CFY also pays for some Breast and Cervical diagnostic services. All women are at ri...

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Marion County Public Health Department -ISmile

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153; Dental Program. Dental Clinic at Marion County Public Health Department. Good oral health is important to your child's good overall health! We help connect Iowa's children with the dental services they need to grow up happy and healthy. What is I-Smile™? The I-Smile™ program’s mission is to increase the number of children in. With a dental home. Children ages 0-21 and pregnant women. What services does I-Smile™ provide? I-Smile™ can work with your family to provide the following services:.