Big Teeth, Big Responsibility: Helping Kids Care for Their New Permanent Teeth
When kids start getting their permanent teeth, it’s more than just a milestone—it’s a chance to build habits that boost their health and confidence. From fresh breath to fewer cavities, good oral hygiene pays off right now in ways your child will notice every day. Here’s how to help them take care of their new smile.
Back to School and Up to Date: August Is National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. It is also back to school season. Here are the immunization your child needs to be back to school ready in Iowa.
Improving Patient Referrals: PHC and Iowa Community HUB Wrap Up National Design Sprint
Primary Health Care (PHC) and the Iowa Community HUB recently wrapped up a national Design Sprint with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), focused on improving referrals for osteoarthritis care. Over five months, the team explored ways to streamline provider workflows and connect patients with community-based resources—culminating in a national presentation of their work in Bethesda, Maryland.
Men: Ignoring Your Teeth Could Be Hurting Your Heart
Men: Take Care of Your Teeth to Protect Your Heart Taking care of your teeth and gums does more than give you a nice smile. It can also help keep your heart healthy. How Are Your...
PHC helps launch Polk County’s Blueprint to End Homelessness
Primary Health Care (PHC) is proud to help lead a new countywide effort to reduce and eventually end homelessness in our community. On May 6, 2025, Homeward Iowa and local...
Meet Nicole Schleif Sinn, PHC’s New Development Manager
We are pleased to welcome Nicole Schleif Sinn, CFRE, to PHC as our new Development Manager! Nicole is an accomplished fundraising professional with over a decade of experience...