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Vernon County health staff identify translation gaps for WIC, promote radon kits and community screenings
Summary
Staff reported translation challenges affecting WIC and other services, promoted free radon testing kits, and outlined plans to revive cholesterol screenings and tobacco education amid shrinking coalition funding.
Vernon County health staff told the board they are evaluating options to provide interpretation for WIC and clinic clients and described several outreach and prevention programs planned for the year.
Staff reported that the longtime WIC translator is no longer available, creating occasional barriers for Spanish- and Venezuelan-language speakers who now require alternative interpretation services. The department…
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