What's New
& Upcoming Events!
Immunization Clinics - Paula Sheeder, R.N., Program Coordinator
Set for 2nd & 4th Wednesday afternoon from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Appointments required. Call 641-747-3972 for an appointment
Donations accepted of $8.00 per visit.
Stork's Nest Parent Education Classes
Parent education classes are held every 3rd Wednesday of the month (unless notified otherwise.) The Guthrie Co. Stork's Nest offers a variety of educational presentations to encourage good parenting practices. The class is open to both Stork's Nest and HOPES participants, but attendance from the public is welcomed. Classes usually start at 6:30 p.m. at the Public Health Office and lasts about an hour. Questions regarding the classes can be directed to Jo Rasmussen or Rita Petersen, secretaries at Guthrie Co. Public Health.
UPCOMING PARENT ED CLASSES
October 15, 2008 - "Nutrition/Healthy Meals in a Hurry" - at ISU Extension Office at 6:30 p.m.
November 19, 2008 - "Family Life/Relationships" - at ISU Extension Office at 6:30 p.m.
Watch for the newsletter for more information and details about parent education classes.
Public Health Office Business Hours - Monday through Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DTV (Digital TV) Transition
The Iowa Department of Public Health has recently received information from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding the upcoming transition to Digital TV viewing.
As you may know, on February 17, 2009, full power broadcast stations will stop broadcasting in analog format and will continue broadcasting in digital only. This change, known at the DTV (Digital TV) transition, was mandated by Congress and will provide many benefits to the public, including more spectrum for use by public safety (police, fire and emergency rescue workers). This transition will require many consumers with analog television sets who receive only free over the air television through either a rooftop broadcast antenna or "rabbit ears" to take action in order to continue to receive a television signal.
This transition will affect consumers who have older, analog television, who are not connected to cable or satellite, and those who are less likely to be able to go out and buy a digital TV. Consumers with an analog television who are not connected to cable or satellite will need a converter box to continue to watch television after the transition. Every household is entitled to two $40 coupons to help purchase up to two converter boxes through a program administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Coupons may be requested from www.dtv2009.gov or by calling 888-DTV-2009.
Please click on this link: http://www.dtv.gov/dtvlogos.html for instructions on how to link to the DTV website.