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Text: Virtual Visits- Access to care online at any time.
Tuesday Tidbit
Virtual Visits--Access to care online at any time! When you don't feel well, or your child is sick, the last thing you want to do is leave the confort of your home to sit in a waiting room. Now, you don't have to. A Virtual Visit lets you see and talk to a doctor from your mobile device or computer without an appointment. Most visits take about 10-15 minutes and doctors can write a prescription, if needed, that you can pick up at your local pharmacy.
Posted: September 27, 2016
Sheriff Building
FSS Monday Tidbit
The Courthouse is looking less like a construction zone as finishing touches are being completed in the courthouse. Landscaping is being added around parts of the SECC building to aid in runoff, salt burn and to deter burrowing creatures. In addition, the construction on the new Sheriff 's building...
Posted: September 23, 2016
Money Up In Smoke
Wednesday Wellness Word
How Cigarettes Could Send Your Retirement Up in Smoke It's probably obvious even to non-smokers that cigarettes have gotten more costly over the years. About 20 years ago, in 1996, the average retail price of a pack of cigarettes was around $1.85. Today, it's close to $7.30. No matter where you live or how much you pay per pack, your smoking habit is stealing from your retirement.
Posted: September 21, 2016
'Flu Shot Myths' with image of syringe
Tuesday Tidbit
How Bad Information Might Give You The Flu There's no question the flu can be a misery maker — causing fever, chills, body aches and more. But there's a way to avoid all that unpleasantness: getting vaccinated. So why is it that many people skip this simple step? It could boil down to bad information. Don't let any of these six common myths keep you from taking your best shot at staying well this flu season:
Posted: September 20, 2016
FSS Monday Tidbit
The Inter-Departmental phone directory has been updated and is available from the Facility and Support Services Intranet web page. http://intranet.scottcountyiowa.com/pub/fss_directory/201609_Interdepartmental_Directory.pdf
Posted: September 16, 2016
image of someone hiking
Wednesday Wellness Word
Getting Started: Tips for Long-Term Exercise Success Walking, swimming, cycling, jogging, skiing, aerobic dancing or any of dozens of other activities can help your heart. They all cause you to feel warm, perspire and breathe heavily without being out of breath and without feeling any burning sensation in your muscles. Whether it is a structured exercise program or just part of your daily routine, all exercise adds up to a healthier heart. Take the first step by walking. It's free, easy to do and when you have a walking companion, you're more likely to stay motivated
Posted: September 7, 2016
American Flag with text 'Happy Labor Day'
Wednesday Wellness Word
Many people view Labor Day as the end of summer and their last chance to travel, hit the beach and fire up the grill. Here are some safety tips to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday.
Posted: August 31, 2016
IRS Phone Scam
The Sheriff’s Office has received an increase of reports in the last week of phone scams of people representing themselves as working for the IRS. Please remember and share the following information from the IRS: The IRS first contacts people by mail – not by phone – about unpaid taxes. And the IRS...
Posted: August 31, 2016
Image of a cupcake with the words "Have you been cupcaked".
Cupcakes for United Way
Until noon on September 16th, we will be taking orders for the amazing Scratch Cupcakes! Proceeds benefit Scott County United Way.
Posted: August 30, 2016
'Growing Money' in flower pots
Tuesday Tidbit
Are you participating in a 457 Deferred Compensation plan or RHS to save for Retirement? New studies show that Retirees need $130,000 just to cover health care. Today's 65-year-olds can expect to spend an average of $130,000 on health care during their retirement, from premiums to co-payments to eyeglasses, according to new estimates. The average single 65-year-old woman can expect to need $135,000 to spend on health care in retirement, while a man will spend $125,000, according to estimates from Fidelity Investments. (The difference is because the woman is expected to live longer—an additional 22 years, vs. 20 years more for the man.)
Posted: August 30, 2016

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