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Washing Your Hands Saves Lives

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Did you know one of the most effective ways to keep you and your family healthy is also the simplest? We’re talking about good handwashing. What your mother said is true: If you don’t wash your hands, you’re going to get sick. You can get the common cold, yes, but the risks of skipping this important health habit are much more far-reaching and can be severe.

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Washing Your Hands Saves Lives

person washing their hands

Did you know one of the most effective ways to keep you and your family healthy is also the simplest?

We’re talking about good handwashing.

What your mother said is true: If you don’t wash your hands, you’re going to get sick. You can get the common cold, yes, but the risks of skipping this important health habit are much more far-reaching and can be severe.

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Polk County 2019 Swim Lesson Facilities (PDF, 578kB)

Polk County 2019 Swim Lesson Facilities

Did you know that in Polk County, children ages 0-9 are more likely to drown in home swimming pools than any other body of water? One way to keep your kids safe is by teaching them how to swim. Swim lessons are being offered across Polk County. Click the link below to download the Polk County 2019 Swim Lesson Facilities PDF.

Click the following link for more information (PDF, 578kB)

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