Polk County Health Department

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates freedom, resilience, culture, and community.

As we reflect on the significance of Juneteenth, we recognize the ongoing work of building communities where all people can live healthy lives and be free to thrive.

In observance of Juneteenth, the Polk County Health Department will be closed on Friday, June 19. We will reopen Monday with our normal hours.

Find local events and education about Juneteenth at iowajuneteenth.org ❤️🖤💚

We provided free STI and HIV testing to 108 people at Capital City Pride this year alongside our partners at The Project of Primary Health Care!

Access to testing is an important part of community health. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect people with care, answer questions, and help make health services more accessible for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

The vitamin K shot helps prevent serious bleeding in newborns during their first weeks and months of life—often before parents would know there’s a problem. Learn why this routine newborn care recommendation is so important.