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  • Region 3 Behavioral Health Services is located in Kearney, Nebraska, and their mission is to foster recovery and resiliency for individuals and their families who experience a behavioral health challenge

  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides advice on steps you can take to prepare yourself and your loved ones in the event of a bioterrorist attack.

  • Brodstone, located in Superior Nebraska, provides healthcare services to the people of South Central Nebraska and North Central Kansas.

  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strives to protect people’s health and safety, providing reliable health information to improve health through strong partnerships.

  • The Center for Preparedness Education is devoted to enhancing the preparedness skills and knowledge of interested clients.

  • Mary Lanning Healthcare, a regional health system, is committed in the provision of quality medical services and health education for the people of Central Nebraska.

  • The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services provides regional information for the residents of Nebraska about vital health issues.

  • The Nebraska Regional Poison Center is a free, 24-hour emergency telephone service designed to assess and make treatment recommendations during possible poisonings.

  • Ready America is designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to emergencies. Make a family emergency plan today.

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Community Health Improvement

The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is developed from the Community Health Needs Assessment. Priority objectives are developed to address determined priority areas of need. Collaborative work groups (1) evaluate data and trends to (2) develop goals and strategies to (3) implement interventions.

To view South Heartland District's CHIP progress, click here.

How Healthy Are We?

Local Health Data from the South Heartland District Health Department provides health information for residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties. Three survey reports provide information on health behaviors, chronic health conditions, and the use of preventive services. Click here for more information

Vaccination Program

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps immunize children whose parents or guardians cannot afford it. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of receiving recommended immunizations on time. Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and teens from 16 diseases.