Public Health & Safety

Risk Assessment for Flash Flooding

Did you know that, on average, over 22,000 people visit the emergency room yearly due to grill-related injuries. Additionally, gas grills are responsible for an average of over 9,000 home fires annually.

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and what better time to celebrate than now, as summer gardens are already starting to bear some of our favorite garden crops?

LivWell Partner Relations Director Erica Schroeder-Cerda speaks with WVIK News about the organization's services and its plans to assist the community after the Center for Active Seniors Inc. had to cut its Jane's Place Adult Day Services and community-based senior advocacy program due to budget shortfalls.

YWCA Quad Cities Director of Marketing and Communications Jenna Panicucci discusses the resources and information offered at the fair to all mothers in the greater Quad Cities area. The BIPOC Maternal Health Fair is happening Saturday, June 14th, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the YWCA located at 513 17th Street, Rock Island.

Humane Society of Scott County Development Manager Celina Rippel says the shelter is currently housing 85 dogs, but they have only 71 kennels available. The Humane Society of Scott County is also waiving redemption fees for owners reclaiming lost pets.

Project of the Quad Cities Development Director, Tyler Mitchell, details the mural process and its importance, and discusses the current Trump administration's proposal to cut HIV prevention funding.

Highlighting National Fruit and Vegetable Month

This month, we have been discussing food allergies, and today's focus is navigating challenges when eating away from home.

Dealing with food allergies doesn’t mean sacrificing nutrition or flavor. With a bit of creativity and planning, you can make healthy substitutions that keep meals safe and satisfying.