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Novel Influenza A (H1N1)

The Scott County Health Department is encouraging all residents to be aware of H1N1 Influenza flu. The H1N1 virus is spread through contact between people much like seasonal flu. Stop the spread of the virus by practicing the 3 C's: Clean your hands often, Cover your cough properly, and Contain the germs by staying home when sick. For more information and useful materials visit our H1N1 web pages.

Special Notice--Change in STD Clinic Hours

Due to H1N1 Flu activities regular STD clinic hours may be changed. Until further notice Thursday and Friday clinics will be closed. STD walk in clinic hours are normally Tuesday and Thursday 1:00-4:00 and Friday 8:30-11:00. Please call ahead or check our website for any other clinic hour changes.

Introducing the 2010-2011 Garbage Guide

The Waste Commission of Scott County has partnered with Scott County and the cities of Bettendorf and Davenport to provide residents a guide tailored for their community about solid waste removal, recycling, and other city and county environmental programs and recreation.

To view your community's guide visit the Waste Commission of Scott County at http://www.wastecom.com/Content/Residential/Content/Residential/Communities.aspx

Hand Washing

The Scott County Health Department wants to remind everyone that the single best way to prevent flu and other illness is to wash your hands. Good hand washing keeps germs off of your hands and objects that you touch. This will protect you and others from illnesses. To learn more about flu prevention and hand washing visit:

I-Smile^TM Dental Home Initiative

Scott County Health Department would like to introduce the I-Smile^TM Dental Home Initiative. I-Smile^TM is a collaborative effort of existing health networks. The focus areas for I-Smile^TM in Scott County is education, care coordination, and direct dental services. I-Smile^TM is available to coordinate dental referrals. For more information about the statewide I-Smile^TM intiative, frequently asked questions, and dental screening forms follow the links below.

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The Scott County Health Department is committed to promoting, protecting and preserving the health of the community by providing leadership and direction as advocates for the individual, the family, the community, and the environment we serve.

Administrative Center
600 W. 4th St.
Davenport, Iowa 52801-1030 [ Map It ]
Phone: (563) 326-8618
Fax: (563) 326-8774

Business Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
except on holidays

Email: health@scottcountyiowa.com