Board of Health
The Clinton County Board of Health promotes and prevents disease by:
- Conducting research, planning and evaluating as a basis for initiating and revising programs and policies.
- Assuring compliance with public health laws through regulation and enforcement.
- Administering state and federal statutory requirements and programs through direct and contracted services.
- Promoting and supporting health and well-being through education and consultation.
News:
07/11/2024
The Clinton County Environmental Health Department, through a surveillance program offered by Iowa State University, has recently identified an invasive species of mosquitoes in our area. Of particular importance to note, the Aedes Albopictus, otherwise known as the Asian Tiger Mosquito, has been detected in Clinton County. This species is known to affect humans by passing on dengue, yellow fever, and West Nile. It can also cause heartworm in canines. At this time, no communicable diseases have been reported. Iowa State University does test the mosquitoes for disease and will inform us of any findings. These particular mosquitoes tend to be out during the day as well as dawn and dusk.
Ways to protect your family include limiting water filled containers on your property or changing them at least once per week; wearing long sleeved clothing and using repellent products that contain DEET.
Position Statements
Clinton County Board of Health Statement Regarding Title X Changes
December 6, 2018 - The Clinton County Board of Health supports comprehensive sexual health education for youth and adults. The Board opposes any decrease in contraceptive education funding. Statistics show comprehensive sexual health education reduces unwanted pregnancies.
Clinton County Board of Health Statement Regarding Opioid and Narcotic Drug Use
March 11, 2016 - The Clinton County Board of Health recognizes that Clinton County suffers greatly from opioid and narcotic drug use and the Board recognizes that these problems are tied to underlying mental health issues. The Board supports member agencies in finding solutions to these underlying problems. The Clinton County Board of Health encourages the adoption of best practices and adherence to CDC recommendations regarding opioid prescribing (including but not limited to access to naloxone and appropriate chronic pain management).
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Satellite Offices
226 11th St.
DeWitt, IA 52742
Driving Directions
Contact Information
563-659-8148 | Environmental Services
563-242-7165 | Public Health/Genesis VNA Hospice
563-659-2616 | Environmental Services (Fax)
563-242-7197 | Public Health/Genesis VNA Hospice (Fax)
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed 12:30-1:30 for lunch
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