Worth County Public Health provides screenings

Published 9:03 am Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Worth County Public Health will provide the following upcoming screenings for Worth County residents:

On Thursday there will be a child immunization clinic at the Worth County Public Health Office in Northwood, Iowa, from 1 to 4 p.m. Children under 6 years of age may receive a free lead test at this time. Free home inspections are available for lead hazards to insure your child’s home is not poisoning your family. Call ahead for an appointment at 324-1741 or 800-765-1388.

On Thursday, there will be a blood pressure check at 11 a.m. at the Senior Center in Northwood. This is free to the public.

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On Oct. 25, there will be a Funny Face Festival at the Northwood Elementary School from 6 to 8 p.m. The JEL members will be assisting at this fun gathering. Free to everyone.

On Nov. 3, there will be a Manly Nail Clinic at the Whistle Stop at 9 a.m. Please call 800-765-1388 or 324-1741 to schedule your appointment with Shana.

On Nov. 3, there will be Northwood Pines Nail Clinic/Maple Court at 1 p.m. Call 324-1741 to schedule your appointment.

On Nov. 4, 2010, there will be a child immunization clinic at Worth County Public Health Office in Northwood from 1 to 4 p.m. Children under 6 years of age may receive a free lead test at this time. Free home inspections are available for lead hazards to insure your child’s home is not poisoning your family. Please call ahead for an appointment. 800-765-1388 or 324-1741.

Worth Joining Generations mentoring. Do you need a speaker for your upcoming events? Call 641-324-1741 to set a time.

Influenza vaccine is available at the Worth County Public Health office for those unable to get to your clinics. The office has both the influenza mist and the shots available. Cost is $20. Persons with Medicare B will be at no charge. Call ahead for an appointment at 641-324-1741 or 800-765-1388.

The Northwood Swensrud Fund has provided the senior citizens of Northwood with free transit rides within the town. We encourage all senior citizens to make use of this grant. To arrange a ride with the taxi, call 390-1640 or 324-1075.