22 N. Georgia Ave. Suite 300 . Mason City, IA 50401

The Cerro Gordo County Women's Health Fund will be hosting Lace Up, Leash Up, Line Up, the first annual 5K walk/run for running and walking enthusiasts and dog lovers on Saturday, June 9, 2012.

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May 15, 2012
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Senior Health Clinic Schedule

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Heath offers Senior Health Clinics to county residents age 55 and older.  There is no charge. However, contributions are encouraged in order to keep the clinic running. 
The clinic is an annual health screening and does not replace a physician's care.  To make an appointment, Cerro Gordo County residents may call the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health: (641) 421-9316 or Toll Free: 1-888-264-2581 ext. 9316.

June  2012

4          Mason City                Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania Ave.
6         Mason City                 Regency Apartments, 1531 6th Place SE
11       Swaledale                  United Methodist Church, 301 Main St.
13        Mason City                 The Manor, 4 3rd St. NW
18        Clear Lake                 United Methodist Church, 508 2nd Ave. North
20        Mason City                 The Manor, 4 3rd St. NW
25        Mason City                 The Manor, 4 3rd St. NW
27        Mason City                 Mason City Senior Activity Center, 326 4th St. NE

Senior Health Clinic schedules are also posted on the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health web site: http://www.cghealth.com

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The Iowa Department of Public Health confirms an increase of pertussis (whooping cough) cases throughout the state of Iowa. Disease Prevention and Investigation Officials at the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health urge individuals to look at their immunization records and their children’s records to make sure they are up-to-date on their pertussis immunizations.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health is pleased to announce another component to the “Bringing Wellness Home” campaign encouraging residents to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviors. Daniel Wright and Rebecca Meyer, FitnessWrightNow and former contestants of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” will be hosting monthly Community Conversations. Residents may participate in the LIVE conversations via telephone or the web. Wright and Meyer will be speaking on a variety of health and wellness topics, but look forward to the interaction and questions from participants.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health will offer a ServSafe Certification class from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 in the Liberty Room at Mohawk Square in Mason City. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, May 4, 2012.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health is excited to announce their partnership with Mason City High School, Mason City Alternative School, AEA Learning Center and Francis Lauer Youth Services. Each school will be utilizing the Wyman Teen Outreach Program (TOP). TOP is a nationally replicated youth development approach aimed at preventing primary teen pregnancy and helping young people make consistent progress in school.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health celebrated Health Day on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Southbridge Mall. The day’s events included motivational success stories and nutrition and exercise tips from Daniel Wright and Rebecca Meyer, Fitness Wright Now and former contestants of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” and healthy cooking demonstration, grocery shopping tips and meal planning with the Hy-Vee Dietitians. Our nurses and wellness staff were on hand to provide blood pressure, Body Mass Index (BMI) and other health assessments to residents. If you missed all the excitement, watch this video to recap Health Day!

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health is pleased to announce an addition to their recent Health Day, an interactive blog with Daniel Wright and Rebecca Meyer, Fitness Wright Now and former contestants of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser.”

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Heath offers Senior Health Clinics to county residents age 55 and older. There is no charge. However, contributions are encouraged in order to keep the clinic running.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health is offering county businesses a FREE and unique opportunity to participate in a year-long Worksite Wellness Programming initiative.

The purpose of the Iowa Food Code (Iowa Code Chapter 137F) is to safeguard the public health and provide to consumers food that is safe to eat. Currently, the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health follows the 2005 version of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) code requirements. The FDA Food Code is scientifically based to protect the public from foodborne illnesses.

The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health released its latest strategic plan for 2012-2014. Our strategic plan helps the Health Department achieve its goal to make Cerro Gordo County the healthiest county in Iowa. To read the full strategic plan, click here.

On Thursday, December 22, 2011, The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health walked in support of the Blue Zones.

Arsenic in groundwater is a serious problem.
To have your well tested for arsenic, please call (641)421-9318 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Watch this video to learn more about the dangers of arsenic in your groundwater.

Watch this informational video to learn more about the services and programs offered to you by the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health.