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The mission of Des Moines County Public Health is to improve, protect and promote the health, the environment and well being of residents of Des Moines County.

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TBC Distribution Corporate Recalls Lucky Foods Brand Cinnamon Powder Because of Possible Health Risk

December 12, 2025

TBC Distribution Corporate of Brooklyn, NY is recalling Lucky Foods brand Cinnamon Powder 40g, best before date 15.09.2027 because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms.
Outbreak Investigation of Infant Botulism: Infant Formula (November 2025) Do not use recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. FDA’s Investigation is ongoing.
Iowa HHS Announces Investigation of Legionnaires’ Disease Cluster in Marshalltown
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Who do I call regarding bats, poor food handling techniques, or well testing?

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  • Water testing is done through Des Moines County Public Health Environmental Health services: 319-753-8290
  • To report a food-related illness complaint: 844-IowaSic (844-469-2742)
  • To report a non-illness food handling complaint contact Lee County Health Department: Phone: 319-372-5225
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This webpage was printed on December 18, 2025. For the most current election-related information, visit the Des Moines County, Iowa, Board of Health website at https://dmcountyboardofhealth.iowa.gov/.
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