Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services Public Health provides a broad range of services to individuals, families and communities to promote and protect the health of those who live and work in Kandiyohi County. The focus is on promoting healthy families and communities; supporting disabled, mentally ill and elderly persons to live independently; preventing and responding to emerging diseases and health threats; and identifying and preventing environmental health risks.
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Measles is a very contagious disease caused by a virus and is no longer common in the U.S. It is still common in many other countries, and may be brought into the U.S. by unvaccinated travelers. Keeping our measles immunization levels high is critical to preventing measles outbreaks. |
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Families and Children |
Women, Infant and Children Nutritional Supplemental Food Program |
Public Health fosters partnerships with many organizations, businesses and community groups to address and resolve health issues and concerns. Minnesota Department of Health Report: |
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Immunizations and Disease Prevention and Control |
Environmental Health |
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Emergency Preparedness |
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Health Promotion |
Local Health Data |
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What is Public Health?