The safety of Nebraska children has always been a priority for Panhandle residents, personally and professionally – not just because it is the right thing to do, but also for the long-term prosperity of our state. “All citizens share the responsibility of preventing child abuse and neglect before it ever occurs,” Kim Engel, director with Panhandle Public Health District said. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Click here for more information.

Are you ready to feel refreshed and renewed to push through the afternoon workday slump? Then get ready for National Walk @ Lunch Day April 24, 2013. Where do you go to walk? Step right out your worksite door. Click here for more information.

Influenza Illness in the Panhandle Panhandle medical facilities are experiencing high numbers of patients seeking medical care for upper respiratory symptoms: fever, cough and/or sore throat, body aches, fatigue. If you become ill with these influenza-like-symptoms, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people. Click here for more information.

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 Updated April 17, 2013