Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board of Supervisors Room in Mitchell County Courthouse
212 S. 5th St.
Osage, IA
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August 26, 2025
8:30 am

Free Car Seat Safety Check Event

Mitchell County Public Health
415 Pleasant St
Osage, IA
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August 26, 2025
1:00 pm · 3:00 pm

Osage, Iowa — Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health is proud to announce that two of its team members, Jessa Ketelsen & Laura Huisman, have recently become nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) through the Safe Kids Worldwide certification program. This achievement makes them the only two currently certified technicians in all of Mitchell County.

With this new certification, Mitchell County families now have direct access to expert guidance on how to safely install and use car seats, booster seats, and seat belts for children of all ages. The technicians are equipped to perform hands-on seat checks, educate caregivers, and ensure that every child travels safely.

“We are thrilled to offer this service to our community,” said Laura Huisman, Administrator of Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health. “Car seat misuse is common, and having trained technicians locally means we can offer timely, expert help that may save lives.”

This initiative reinforces Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health’s ongoing commitment to improving the health and safety of local families.

Upcoming Car Seat Check Events
To celebrate and put this expanded capacity to work, Mitchell County Public Health is hosting two Car Seat Check Events:

• Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, August 26, 2025 - 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
   

Location: Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health, 415 Pleasant Street, Osage, IA 50461

Appointments Are Required
To ensure every family receives personalized assistance, appointments must be scheduled in advance by calling (641) 832-3500.

During the event, certified technicians will:

• Inspect car seats for proper installation
• Educate caregivers on correct seat use for various ages and sizes
• Check for manufacturer recalls or expiration
• Provide hands-on support in both rear- and forward-facing installations

To schedule a car seat inspection or learn more, contact:
Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health
Phone: 641-832-3500
Website: www.mcpublichealth.com

 

For More Information
Contact: Mitchell County Public Health
641-832-3500

Wellbeing and Community Health Clinic

10th Hole
402 E. Main St.
Riceville, IA
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August 27, 2025
8:30 am · 9:00 am

A Mitchell County Public Health Nurse travels throughout the county monthly to our well-being and community health clinics. At these clinics, the nurse focuses on connecting with individuals to discuss overall health, disease prevention, and social determinants of health within our county. Blood pressure services are provided at these clinics, as well as vaccines and cholesterol checks (upon request).

For More Information
Contact: Mitchell County Public Health
641-832-3500

Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board of Supervisors Room in Mitchell County Courthouse
212 S. 5th St.
Osage, IA
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September 2, 2025
8:30 am

Wellbeing and Community Health Clinic

Cedar Valley Seminary
200 N 7th St.
Osage
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September 2, 2025
11:15 am · 12:00 pm

A Mitchell County Public Health Nurse travels throughout the county monthly to our well-being and community health clinics. At these clinics, the nurse focuses on connecting with individuals to discuss overall health, disease prevention, and social determinants of health within our county. Blood pressure services are provided at these clinics, as well as vaccines and cholesterol checks (upon request).

For More Information
Contact: Mitchell County Public Health
641-832-3500

Flu Vaccination Clinc - Walk in

Osage
415 Pleasant St
Osage, IA
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September 3, 2025
1:00 pm · 5:00 pm

2025 Flu Vaccination Clinics

Mitchell County Public Health is offering both drive-thru and walk-in flu vaccination clinics across Mitchell County. Convenient times and locations are available in Osage, Saint Ansgar, Stacyville, and Riceville.

No appointment required

Most insurances accepted (please bring insurance card & ID)

Limited supply of high-dose flu vaccine available

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season!

Questions? Call us at 641-832-3500 or visit www.mcpublichealth.com

 

For More Information
Contact: Mitchell County Public Health
641-832-3500
lhuisman@mitchellcoia.us