Our Vision

We exist to ensure that people in our community have equitable opportunities and resources to lead healthier, more fulfilling, and longer lives.

Our Mission

 
We protect people in our community from health hazards, promote healthy behaviors, and prevent disease.

Public Hearing is scheduled at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at the Waterloo Center for the Arts located at 225 Commercial St. , Waterloo, IA. Click on link below to see a copy of the proposed regulation.

Notice of Public Hearing: Regulation on Face Masks

COVID-19 website

During the Coronavirus outbreak, routine public health services are available to the general public through the Black Hawk County Health Department website including online payments. Pre-scheduled appointments are available on a limited basis; walk-in services are not available at this time. Please call 319-291-2413 Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm for information and appointment scheduling.  

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Influenza Information & Updates

 

Surveillance by the Iowa Department of Public Health and Black Hawk County Public Health, and testing by the State Hygienic Laboratory indicate flu activity continues to be widespread in Iowa. The flu season typically peaks in February and can last as late as May. “As long as flu viruses are circulating, it’s not too late to get the vaccine,” said Black County Public Health Director, Dr. Nafissa Cisse Egbuonye.

For more information on the flu, go to: https://idph.iowa.gov/influenza