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Making a Difference with Operation Heart to Heart
How Operation Heart to Heart has made an impact in the community and surrounding areas.
To learn more about Operation Heart to Heart and how you or your organization can get involved, contact Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department at 402-529-2233
Prescription Drug Take Back Event
The Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Deparment will be hosting this event April 27, 2013.
The event will be held within all four counties in our service area.
Free Colon Cancer Test Kits
The month of March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.
Click here to learn how to obtain your own free kit.
Heart Disease
Know the Risks.
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Operation Great Start
Services for You.
Operation Great Start is a home visitation program that provides free one-on-one health education to pregnant families until the child turns one.
Prostate Cancer
Know the Risks.
Prostate cancer usually affects older men, developing in the tissue of the prostate gland in the reproductive system. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death for men in the US.
Radon in the Home
Know the Risks.
Winter is the time of year when most houses are closed up to keep the cold out, making it the best time to have your home tested for radon.
Colon Cancer
Know the Risks.
We partner with two colon cancer programs, the Colon Cancer Coalition and the Nebraska Colon Cancer Screening Program, to bring awareness and prevention methods to local communities.
Diabetes
Know the Risks.
EMT Program
In the Know.
Being prepared in case of emergency is extremely important. With this as a priority, ELVPHD works with Northeast Community College to offer a course in basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) skills.
Exercises for Kids
Prevention is Key.
Exercise for at least 20 minutes three to four times each week. Even moderate exercise like walking or climbing stairs may reduce your risk.