Food is a basic human need, yet several of the leading causes of death in Iowa are the result of diet-related chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabete . Ringgold County Public Health (RCPH) is helping to lead efforts that address the impacts of the current food system, including obesity, food insecurity, food […]

Southern Iowa Regional Housing Authority (SIRHA) manages many apartment complexes in southern Iowa. Their Executive Director, Cathy Seddon, recently explained how making the change to smoke-free buildings in Ringgold County has worked well.  A survey completed by tenants showed that a majority were in favor of going smoke free. SIRHA also had open meetings for […]

Thanks to a generous donation from the late Kate Crawford from Tingley, Iowa, home health clients who pay privately for their services will see a decrease in their bills for service beginning January 1, 2014, reflected in their February statements.  For the next six months, 50% of those bills will be paid through “Kate’s Fund.”  Ongoing rate reductions will be dependent upon […]