Our Services
Immunizations
Protect yourself and your loved ones with recommended vaccines for all ages. We provide immunizations for children and adults to help prevent the spread of serious illness.
Safe Sharps
Properly dispose of needles, syringes and other sharps with our disposal program. It’s a safe, responsible way to protect your household and community.
Child & Adolescent Care
Support your child’s growth with health services designed for every stage of development. From screenings to immunizations, we help your kids thrive.
Emergency Prep
Through PHEP program, our team stays ready through regular training, drills and coordination with local partners to follow statewide standards to effectively respond to disease outbreaks, natural disasters and other emergencies.
Community Resources
Get help navigating life’s challenges. Our community resource specialist will help connect individuals and families with resources, support and services to improve health and well-being.
WIC & Maternal Health
We support women, infants and children with nutrition, health education and care during pregnancy and early childhood.
Disease Investigation
Our team monitors and responds to outbreaks of infectious diseases. We investigate cases, provide guidance and help prevent the spread of illness in our community.
Breast and Cervical Cancer
Care for Yourself provides free or low-cost breast cancer screenings—such as clinical breast exams and mammograms—and cervical cancer screenings—like Pap testing and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) testing for Iowans between 21 and 64 years of age.
Oral Health
We promote better oral health through education, community outreach and access to basic dental care – including free dental clinics, hygiene supply distribution and connections to local dental resources.
General Assistance
General Assistance is designed to serve as a last resort—support is only provided when applicants have exhausted all other potential sources of aid, including personal resources, support from relatives and other public or private programs. Eligibility is determined at the time of application once all required documentation has been submitted and reviewed.
Dementia
Buena Vista County Public Health provides information on dementia prevention, tools to help maintain brain health and promote physical activity and healthy eating habits.
Lifeline
With Lifeline medical alert system, you have quick access to the help you need 24/7, 365 days a year, whether at home or on the go, ensuring peace of mind for independent living.
Services
BV County Public Health and Home Care is here to support you and your family with care you can trust. From home visits to vaccinations and health education, our team is focused on keeping you healthy, safe and cared for. As your local public health team, we're here to help you live your best life—at every stage.
Health Screenings
Tuberculosis
Tobacco Prevention
Stay ahead of health issues with routine screenings. We offer blood pressure checks and more to help you catch problems early and stay well.
We provide TB skin testing, follow-up care and case management to keep our community safe and healthy. Our team works closely with individuals at every step.
We offer education, support and resources to help individuals and families reduce tobacco use. Our programs focus on prevention, quitting and long-term health.