Polk County approves new public-health contracts, opioid-funded medication-disposal pouches; expands TB testing options Polk County Public Health won board approval for several contracts (LUMA, Crookston High School outreach, KRX radio, Recovery Partners, Vocal Fuel) funded through children services allocations, grants and opioid settlement funds; the board approved an initial $2,205 purchase of Deterra medication-deactivation pouches and updated TB testing fees to cover costs and offer IGRA blood testing.

Polk County is stepping up its public health game with new mental health services, opioid disposal initiatives, and expanded TB testing options!

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Polk County board approves $500,000 in opioid‑settlement RFP awards An advisory council and public health staff recommended partial funding for 12 of 14 applicants; commissioners approved roughly $500,000 in awards to local recovery, prevention, and school programs to support prevention, treatment and recovery efforts.

Polk County is investing $500,000 from opioid-settlement funds into local initiatives aimed at prevention and recovery, impacting schools and community programs across the region.

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Polk County Board Supports Aaron Kessler as New Health Officer Following Retirement of Dr. Jackson Polk County seeks approval for Aaron Kessler to become the new health officer.

Polk County is set to welcome a new health officer, Aaron Kessler, whose extensive experience promises to transform local public health leadership.

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Local Doctor shares personal experience with Mayo ER visits Doctor discusses recent personal health issues including multiple visits to Mayo ER.

The Polk County Board is taking bold steps to tackle public health, improve infrastructure, and boost community engagement—find out what changes are on the horizon!

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University of Minnesota regents meet as public health faces revenue challenges University regents discuss health funding while local officials review budget and staffing updates.

Polk County's latest board meeting revealed both the challenges of shrinking public health funding and the vibrant community spirit showcased at the county fair.

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