Published On:
February 12, 2021
Black Hawk County Public Health and Health Systems Partners announce the beginning of vaccination efforts for K-12 teachers and staff in Black Hawk County.
COVID-19Recent News Articles
02122021 Joint Press Release School Vaccine Allocations
02102021_Press Release_Black Hawk County Residents Urged to Continue COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts
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February 11, 2021
On Friday, February 5th, the Governor of Iowa issued an update to the proclamation of Disaster Emergency, removing key COVID-19 safeguards and enhanced prevention measures. While this proclamation relieved the restrictions in place regarding mask wearing, social distancing and gathering limitations, it continues to encourage businesses and those gathering publicly to social distance, practice increased hygiene and implement other public health measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
COVID-1902-05-2021 COVID-19 Vaccine Newsbrief
Published On:
February 5, 2021
The purpose of this newsbrief is to provide updated information regarding the current status of COVID-19 vaccine available in Black Hawk County.
COVID-19Black Hawk Co. health experts talk vaccines during COVID-19 roundtable on KWWLCOVID-19
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February 5, 2021
02032021_Press Release_Area Health Organizations Warn of Potential Scams Related to Vaccine Distribution
Published On:
February 3, 2021
As members of the community are contacted to schedule vaccination appointments, it is important to remain vigilant and be aware of potential scammers trying to obtain personal information.
COVID-1902032021_Press Release_Vaccines Available at Select Black Hawk County Walgreens and CVS Locations for Individuals Age 65 and Older
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February 3, 2021
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), in partnership with Walgreens and CVS, announce the availability of a one-time, additional allocation of COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-1901282021_Press Release_COVID-19 Vaccine Update Press Conference
Published On:
January 28, 2021
Black Hawk County Health Department has provided a COVID-19 Vaccine update as of 1/28/2021. Stay tuned for further updates for other priority populations as we receive additional allocations of vaccine.
COVID-1901262021_Press Release_COVID-19 Vaccine Update
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January 26, 2021
Black Hawk County Health Department has provided a COVID-19 Vaccine update as of 1/26/2021. Stay tuned for further updates for other priority populations as we receive additional allocations of vaccine.
COVID-1901042021_Press Release_COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Published On:
January 4, 2021
Black Hawk County Health Department has provided a COVID-19 Vaccine update as of 1/04/2021. Stay tuned for further updates for other priority populations as we receive additional allocations of vaccine.
COVID-19Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation modifying public health measures
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December 17, 2020
Wednesday, 12/16/2020, Gov. Reynolds signed a new Public Health Disaster proclamation that modifies existing public health measures designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. These new measures take effect on Thursday December 17, 2020 and expire on January 8, 2021.
COVID-19Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation modifying public health measures
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December 9, 2020
Wednesday, 12/09/2020, Gov. Reynolds signed a new Public Health Disaster proclamation that modifies existing public health measures designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. These new measures take effect on December 10 and continue through December 16, 2020.
COVID-1912/03/2020 Black Hawk County School Reopening Guidelines
Published On:
December 3, 2020
The Black Hawk County Health Department has updated guidance to reflect the alternative COVID-19 Quarantine Guidelines.
COVID-19*Press Release* 12032020_Black Hawk County Health Department Updated COVID-19 Quarantine Guidance
Published On:
December 3, 2020
On December 2, 2020 the CDC issued updated guidelines that provide alternatives to the 14 day quarantine period following an exposure to COVID-19.
COVID-19*Press Release 12022020* COVID-19 Vaccine Survey
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December 2, 2020
Please share the COVID-19 Vaccine survey widely for best community response.
COVID-19COVID-19 Holiday Guidance
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November 20, 2020
This year is not like other years. Please do your part, to help slow the spread of COVID-19, and also protect your family and your friends. This post offers guidance for what to consider before joining gatherings over the holidays. How can you make your holiday as safe as possible?
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