As National Nurses Week draws to a close, let's remember that their essential work carries on. A final shoutout to our dedicated Polk County Public Health Nurses. Your compassion and commitment to our community never goes unnoticed. 💙 #NationalNursesWeek #CommunityHeroes

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible moms out there! We are truly grateful for all you do. 💞 Today (and every day), WIC is here to support moms. ❤️ To learn more about the services WIC offers moms, visit bit.ly/41iAGsj to find a WIC clinic near you! #MothersDay

#NationalPreventionWeek24 , May 12-18, is a national health education platform that promotes the world we want to see—where prevention helps keep people and communities healthy & safe. Learn more today: bit.ly/2WDJER1

#drugfreecommunities #communtitywellness

Polk County, in partnership with the Opioid Settlement Advisory Council, has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support opioid epidemic response strategies. Proposals are due on May 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Learn more:
bit.ly/4ciSppL

Poor air quality affects all of us, but vulnerable populations, such as seniors and people with chronic health conditions, experience greater impacts. It's important to stay informed and take appropriate precautions. To check conditions, visit: bit.ly/3UEMun0.

Life can be hard. It’s important to find coping skills that can help you process life circumstances, prioritize your mental well-being, and accept the situations in life that we can’t control.

#TogetherWeCan #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthmonth #YouMatterMN #PNMBeWell

Fresh from the garden or found wild, asparagus shines when baked or grilled. Whether added to a soufflé, wrapped in bacon, or tossed into a salad, this vegetable is a powerhouse in the kitchen.

#PNMSHIP #healthyeating #nutrition #takeitoutside #communitywellness

It's Teacher Appreciation Week and like most of us, we are guessing you still remember the teachers who made the biggest impact on our lives. Let's show some love and appreciation for all the amazing teachers out there.

Happy Teacher's Week!

🌟 Alicia, Kathy, and Kathy recently participated in the Children and Youth with Special Needs Conference, a gathering to increase understanding of available systems and services for children with special health needs. 🌟
#CYSHN #HealthcareAdvocacy

🎉 Today is National School Nurse Day! 🏫 Sending a huge THANK YOU to our incredible local school nurses in Polk County for their dedication and care.

Your commitment to keeping our students healthy and safe is truly appreciated! 💙

#NationalNursesWeek

May marks National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month. Let's celebrate the remarkable decrease in teen pregnancy rates in the US to historic lows. 🎉 But our work isn't done yet - let's stay committed to reducing unintended pregnancies among our youth.

#sexualhealth

Polk County, in partnership with the Opioid Settlement Advisory Council, has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support opioid epidemic response strategies. Proposals are due on May 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Learn more:
bit.ly/4ciSppL

Get outside and join us on May 8th for Bike to School Day, an annual, international event that promotes biking to school with a variety of fun activities!

For more resources, check out: bit.ly/3yco7SY
#communitywellness #PNMSHIP #takeitoutside #wellness

🎉 Happy Nurses Week to all the incredible nurses out there! 🩺 Your dedication, compassion, and tireless commitment to care make a difference, every single day.

#TogetherWeCan #NationalNursesWeek #community #nurses #NursesWeek #ThankYouNurses

Starting the week with mindfulness! Let's embrace positivity, authenticity, and kindness, today and every day. Have a fabulous #MindfulMonday !

#Peace #Mindfulness #PNMBeWell #ActionApril #Spring #NewWeek #Life #MondayMotivation #MondayVibes #TogetherWeCan #PublicHealth #April

Honoring our community's foster parents this National Foster Care Month. Your love and nurture truly reshape young lives. You are the difference. #TogetherWeCan #FosterCare #CommunityHeroes #MakingADifference

Every May, we come together with millions of Americans in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month by promoting awareness, offering vital resources and education, and advocating for the mental health and well-being of everyone.

#TogetherWeCan #support #mentalhealthmatters

May is National Bike Month!

🚴‍♀️BIKING IS HEALTHY
🚴‍♀️BIKING IS FUN
🚴‍♀️BIKING SAVES MONEY
🚴‍♀️BIKING IS GREEN

#community wellness #PNMSHIP #PNMBeWell #takeitoutside #community #wellness

Polk County, in partnership with the Opioid Settlement Advisory Council, has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support opioid epidemic response strategies. Proposals are due on May 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Learn more:
bit.ly/4ciSppL

Imagine a world...
💙 Where you can succeed by being nice.
❤️ Where we all pay it forward.
💜 Where people look out for each other.
💛 It all starts with an act.

Download the 2024 calendar, here: bit.ly/3OX1H0D

#makekindnessthenorm #PNMBeWell