@UCHD

The mission of the UCHD is to promote health and prevent avoidable disease. Social Media policy: https://xitter.cf/t.co/3bHm5ZCRru

 Provo, Utah
health.utahcounty.gov
Joined February 2009
  • Tweets8.1K
  • Following376
  • Followers3.7K
6.7KMedia
Measles symptoms usually appear 7–14 days after exposure. Watch for: 🤒 Fever (101°F+), cough, runny nose, red eyes ➡️ Rash appears ~4 days after fever starts If you have symptoms: 🚫 Stay home 📞 Call your provider BEFORE visiting a clinic More: epi.utah.gov/measles-respons…
1
154
Explore and collect stories worth telling. And make time for a mammogram—because there are still so many places to see. To see if you qualify for a free mammogram, call 801-851-7031 or visit cancer.utah.gov/do-i-qualify…
35
Bring unused or expired medications to DEA Take Back Day for safe and convenient disposal. Find the closest site near you! dea.gov/takebackday
46
School nurses help keep students healthy, safe, and ready to learn throughout Utah County. They provide care for illnesses and injuries, help students manage ongoing health needs, respond to emergencies, and connect families with helpful resources and support.
51
Food safety protects customers and supports local businesses. In 2025, our Environmental Health division completed 3,973 routine food inspections across Utah County.
40
Cleaner air starts with effective monitoring. In 2025, Utah County’s Environmental Health team monitored 487,967 emissions tests to help protect local air quality.
52
A quiet place. A good book. A little time just for you. Because taking care of yourself belongs in every chapter. To see if you qualify for a free mammogram, call 801-851-7031 or visit cancer.utah.gov/do-i-qualify…
A woman with curly hair reads a book on a bed while a Shiba Inu sits nearby in a cozy room. Overlaying text reads, "More of this and a mammogram."

ALT A woman with curly hair reads a book on a bed while a Shiba Inu sits nearby in a cozy room. Overlaying text reads, "More of this and a mammogram."

52
Bring unused or expired medications to DEA Take Back Day for safe and convenient disposal. Find the closest site near you! dea.gov/takebackday
2026 DEA National Rx Take Back Day on October 24th from 10 am to 2 pm with free Utah County medication disposal locations.

ALT 2026 DEA National Rx Take Back Day on October 24th from 10 am to 2 pm with free Utah County medication disposal locations.

35
TB test are available at the Utah County Health Department. The TB skin test is administered by placing a small amount of testing fluid just under the skin. It must be read 48–72 hours after placement to ensure accurate results. ow.ly/P7G150ZTktS
Two people showing their arms after TB tests with text about results timing from Utah County Health Department.

ALT Two people showing their arms after TB tests with text about results timing from Utah County Health Department.

57
Fall into a new habit of quitting nicotine. Help start your quit journey at WayToQuit.org
45
Make time for the friends who bring out the best in you. And make time for a mammogram—so you can share more of life’s best moments together.💗 To see if you qualify for a free mammogram, call 801-851-7031 or visit cancer.utah.gov/do-i-qualify…
49
Don't rely on luck this flu season—schedule your flu shot today.
60
Bring unused or expired medications to DEA Take Back Day for safe and convenient disposal. Find the closest site near you! dea.gov/takebackday
Reminder to dispose of unused medication to keep families safe, dated October 24, 2026, from Utah Valley Drug Prevention Coalition and Utah County Health Department.

ALT Reminder to dispose of unused medication to keep families safe, dated October 24, 2026, from Utah Valley Drug Prevention Coalition and Utah County Health Department.

44
Make it a family event and build your emergency kit! ow.ly/EzEV50ZTks4
51
A good cup of coffee. A walk outside. A laugh with someone you love. The little things matter. So does taking care of yourself. Make time for this—and a mammogram. If you’re due for a mammogram, schedule yours today.
52
Flu season thinks it’s the king of the jungle. Cute. 🦁💅
73
This fall bring unused or expired medications to DEA Take Back Day for safe and convenient disposal. Find the closest site near you! dea.gov/takebackday
Smartphone screen showing a notification asking if the user has leftover meds at home, with options Yes or No for DEA Drug Take Back Day on October 24th.

ALT Smartphone screen showing a notification asking if the user has leftover meds at home, with options Yes or No for DEA Drug Take Back Day on October 24th.

99
Sign up for a food handler permit class online! ow.ly/Tjo150ZTkm2
76
Older adults can be more vulnerable to RSV infections. Vaccination is the best way to prevent serious illness in older adults.
68
Public health in Utah County means safe food, clean water, disease tracking, and family support. Our 2025 Annual Impact Report shows how we’re building a healthier community—together. Read more: health.utahcounty.gov/media/… #UtahCounty #PublicHealth
63
The Utah County Board of Health meeting will be held on September 28, 2026, at 4 pm in the Health and Justice building in Provo, Suite 2500.
Agenda for Utah County Board of Health meeting on Sept 28, 2026, listing topics like opioid prevention, regulations, and health promotions.

ALT Agenda for Utah County Board of Health meeting on Sept 28, 2026, listing topics like opioid prevention, regulations, and health promotions.

88
Load more