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Apr 17 No information for likes Applications are now available for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The program provides low-income older adults with $30 in checks that can be exchanged for fresh, nutritious, locally grown foods at farmers' markets and roadside stands.
If you are interested in the program, Vivian with Health Navigation can help you apply. Call 515-993-3750 to find out more.
Apr 20 No information for likes Housing structures can protect us from extreme weather and provide safe environments for families to live, learn, grow, and form social bonds. However, houses and apartments can also be unhealthy or safe environments. For example, almost 1 in 4 homes in the US is estimated to contain lead-based paint which is harmful to the brain and nervous system; Asthma can be exacerbated by indoor allergens such as mold and dust; and uneven flooring or lack of ramps can lead to falls and injuries.
In order to keep homes safe in Dallas County, Habitat for Humanity does Rock the Block events each year. The goal of Rock the Block is to bring together families, partners, and volunteers to repair homes and improve housing conditions. Upcoming Rock the Block events are listed below. If you or someone you know is in need of home repairs OR you would like to volunteer at these events, please visit www.dallascountyhabitat.org.
Apr 09 No information for likes We had a great time at the 'Connecting to Older Adults' event this past Saturday, sponsored by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County and Dallas County 4-H & Clover Kids!
Rhonda and Vivian (picture below) were there to talk about Health Navigation - a program that connects clients with resources to meet their needs. This may include assistance filling out paperwork, completing phone calls, and learning how to navigate the healthcare system. To refer someone to Health Navigation or learn more, please call 515-993-3750.
Apr 06 No information for likes ALERT: Products containing synthetic cannabinoids (a.k.a. Spice, K2, legal weed, fake marijuana, synthetic THC) have been contaminated with brodifacoum, a chemical commonly used in rat poison. A total of 94 cases have been identified in five states (Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Maryland). Two deaths have occurred as of April 5, 2018.
Brodifacoum can cause severe bleeding problems. If you or anyone you know has used synthetic cannabinoids and starts experiencing severe bleeding or bruising, have someone take them to the hospital immediately or call 911. Please tell your/their healthcare providers about the possible link between symptoms and synthetic cannabinoid use.
As of April 5, 2018, no cases have been identified in Iowa. However, due to the cases in surrounding states, we are sharing this information.
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