Wabasha County Public Health

10/15/2026

LAST CALL! Grant applications are due TOMORROW, Friday, October 16!

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

10/13/2026

Traffic crashes remain a leading cause of injury and death for 15- to 18-year-olds nationwide. Studies consistently show that teens whose parents establish firm driving rules engage in fewer risky behaviors and experience far fewer crashes. With National Teen Driver Safety Week beginning Sunday, Oct. 18, now is an ideal time to sit down with young drivers to establish clear expectations and reinforce the importance of safe choices behind the wheel.

Five Lifesaving Rules of the Road to Discuss with Teen Drivers
•Buckle up: Seat belts are the single most effective defense against serious injury.
•Put devices away: Minnesota law strictly prohibits drivers under 18 from using cell phones behind the wheel – even hands-free.
•Watch the speed: Excess speed reduces reaction time and increases crash severity.
•Drive sober: Minnesota has a zero-tolerance "Not a Drop" law for drivers under 21.
•Limit passengers: Peer passengers are a major distraction for new drivers.

Quick Refresher on Minnesota’s Provisional License Law
•First 6 Months: Only 1 passenger under 20 (who isn’t immediate family) permitted and no driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m. (unless traveling for work or school).
•Second 6 Months: A maximum of 3 non-family passengers under 20 permitted.

Leading by example and having regular conversations with teen drivers about making good choices behind the wheel can prevent tragedies. Visit the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety (https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ots/safe-driving-information-and-laws/driver-and-passenger-safety/teen-driving ) for valuable information, including frequently asked questions, parent-teen driving contracts, and driver’s license information. Together, we can drive Minnesota toward zero deaths.

10/12/2026

The sun and warm weather won't stick around forever! Please help us get these coats into the hands of children who could use a little warmth before the weather changes!

We have FREE winter coats available in our Public Health lobby. Sizes vary and will be first-come, first served, until gone. Families in need may stop in between our open office hours of 8am - 4pm, Monday thru Friday, to check availability.

10/09/2026

We have FREE winter coats available in our Public Health lobby. Sizes vary and will be first-come, first served, until gone. Families in need may stop in between our open office hours of 8am - 4pm, Monday thru Friday, to check availability.

10/08/2026

Blood Drive coming up next month, November 10!🩸
Schedule your appointment: www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=wabashacounty&driveType=all
**Donors will be eligible to receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email.

10/08/2026

The application deadline is coming up with one more week to go--applications are due Friday, October 16!