Watonwan County Public Health

09/07/2026

09/02/2026

September kicks off ***dePreventionMonth, and is just 7 days away!
As we count down to 9/8, let's raise awareness about the 988 Lifeline and the support available to everyone.
This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that there's no wrong reason to reach out. Whether you're having a difficult day, navigating a challenge, or simply need someone to talk to, 988 is here to listen.
Help us spread the word this and remind your community: support is always within reach.

September kicks off ***dePreventionMonth, and is just 7 days away!

As we count down to 9/8, let's raise awareness about the 988 Lifeline and the support available to everyone.

This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that there's no wrong reason to reach out. Whether you're having a difficult day, navigating a challenge, or simply need someone to talk to, 988 is here to listen.

Help us spread the word this and remind your community: support is always within reach.

09/02/2026

Every year in the first week of September, Workplace Lactation Week is celebrated. This year’s theme is “Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering a modern parent.”
At WIC, we know the challenges moms face returning to work while continuing to breastfeeding their baby. WIC supports working moms by providing breast pumps, peer counselors and lactation experts, nutritious food, and personalized support to fit your needs.
🔗 Did you know you have legal breastfeeding protections at work, in public, and more? You deserve to feed your baby with confidence, wherever you are! Learn more about your breastfeeding rights: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/your-breastfeeding-rights

09/02/2026

🚨 Are you Minnesota Ready? September is National Preparedness Month! Take a few simple steps now to help you, your family and your community prepare for emergencies.
✔️ Build or refresh your emergency kit
✔️ Make a household emergency plan
✔️ Sign up for emergency alerts
✔️ Check on neighbors, friends and family

🐾 Include your pets in your plan Severe weather, power outages and other emergencies can happen anytime. Start small. Make a plan. Take one step today. Learn more and get prepared: https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/ep/prepare.html

09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, and we’re hosting a series of free webinars to talk about su***de prevention and mental wellbeing. Visit MDH Su***de Prevention Learning Opportunities: https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/su***de/communities/communityconv.html to register. ***dePreventionMonth

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

Walk Your Wheels!

As we begin the 2026–27 school year, please review these important e-bike and e-scooter safety expectations. Students must follow Minnesota age requirements and dismount before entering school property.

You can read more in the Welcome Back message here: https://app.smore.com/n/aze8x

Thank you for helping keep arrival and dismissal safe for everyone!

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

Are you at the Minnesota State Fair? Need a quiet place to breastfeeding or pump? Here are some dedicated spaces: https://www.mnstatefair.org/faq/amenities/

08/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE!
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Sept 16 2026
4-6PM
Madelia Watona Park- White Tent on Gulf Course