Henry County Public Health is reminding residents to take simple steps to stay healthy as flu season continues, sharing guidance from Iowa Health and Human Services focused on the “3 Cs” of flu prevention:
- Cover your cough
- Clean your hands
- Contain germs by staying home when sick
Officials encourage using a tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing, washing hands often with soap and water or using hand sanitizer, and limiting the spread of illness by avoiding contact with others when symptoms are present.
In addition to prevention reminders, Henry County Public Health hosts immunization clinics Tuesdays 9–11 am, Wednesdays & Thursdays 1–4 pm, and 1st & 3rd Thursdays 1–6 pm at 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant. No appointment necessary. Residents are asked to bring their insurance card if they have one, but vaccines are also available for uninsured or underinsured individuals.
Anyone with questions about the clinic or available vaccines can call Henry County Pubic Health at 319-385-0779.