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Accepting Adopt a Family Sponsors
09/21/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:12
The Ste Gen Health Department is accepting sponsors for the Adopt a Family program this year. Please call us at (573) 883-7411 for more information.
Read moreWhat is Third Hand Smoke, and Why is it a Concern?
09/21/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:9
Thirdhand smoke is generally considered to be residual nicotine and other chemicals which have been left on a variety of indoor surfaces by tobacco smoke. This residue is thought to...
Read moreTake the Action to Fight Cold and Flu this Season
09/15/2017 (Whitnie Petzoldt, SEMO Student Nurse) Hits:24
Take the time to get your annual flu vaccine which is currently available here at the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get...
Read moreNational Emergency Preparedness Month September 20…
09/11/2017 (Robert Bach, Emergency Planner) Hits:31
September is National Preparedness Month. How should you prepare? This month is National Preparedness Month (NPM), an annual initiative sponsored by FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency). Every September, FEMA encourages Americans...
Read more2017 Breast Feeding Friendly Clinic Award!
09/11/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:36
Ste. Genevieve Health Department was awarded the Breastfeeding Friendly WIC Clinic award for 2017! This is awarded to WIC agencies who provide optimal breastfeeding support. Our WIC staff does an...
Read moreCPR and First Aid Class Offered September 2017
09/11/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:27
CPR Class Open to the Public A Heartsaver CPR Certification class will be offered to the public by the Ste Genevieve County Health Department on September 19, 2017 from 12:00 pm –...
Read moreFree Pneumonia Vaccine
09/06/2017 (Brittany Killian, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:49
The Health Department currently has some Pneumococcal 23 (pneumonia vaccine) for FREE for a limited time only. Doctor's orders are required to get this vaccine. This vaccine protects against 23...
Read moreOfficial Proclamation by Governor Greitens for Nur…
09/06/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:45
Thank you to Governor Eric Greitens for the Official Proclamation of Nurse’s Week May 6-12 2017 in celebration of the ways in which registered nurses strive to provide safe and...
Read moreStart the Day with a Good Breakfast
09/01/2017 (Paula Rose, Nutritionist) Hits:56
Breakfast is the meal most neglected and missed. People accredit this to their hectic lifestyles, wanting to lose weight, or not feeling hungry in the morning. However, most...
Read moreStart Repairing - Stop Smoking!
08/30/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:62
It is possible to reverse the effects of smoking and to improve health. Once a person begins smoking they do damage to their body and others who breathe in their...
Read more2017 Flu Vaccination Clinics
08/30/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:78
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department will be offering Flu Shots at the following clinics and locations: 9-12-2017 - 1st in office vaccination clinic 8:00 m - 3:30 pm. 9-26-2017 SGC Nutrition...
Read moreInspections of Local Facilities are Available on T…
08/19/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:123
The lodging facility at Ozora truck stop is currently not approved to be opened by state or local health inspectors and currently is not licensed. Rooms are being offered for...
Read moreEye Safety is Critical During Eclipse
08/18/2017 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:92
On August 21st, people will gather from coast to coast to view a rare solar eclipse, especially in Missouri. The state will offer some of the best vantage points in...
Read moreClosed for Eclipse August 21, 2017
08/18/2017 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:81
The Ste. Genevieve County Health Department will be closed on Monday August 21st for the Total Solar Eclipse. The parking lot is reserved for Eclipse parking assigned and authorized by...
Read moreNegative Consequences of Smoking
07/20/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:117
Smoking has been proven to have a negative effect on one’s health and the health of others exposed to second hand smoke. Cigarette smoke contains over 4,800 chemicals and 69...
Read moreCommunity Drug Take Back Event August 5, 2017
07/20/2017 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:108
The Ste Genevieve Community Services Forum will host the next prescription drug take back event Saturday, August 5, 2017 from 9:00 am – 12 pm at the Country Mart Party...
Read moreAdult CERT Class Offered in August 2017
07/20/2017 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:114
Adult Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training will be held August 15th, August 22nd, August 29th and September 5th, 2017 from 9:00am - 3:00pm at the Ste. Genevieve County Health...
Read moreLimited Services Available Next Week
07/20/2017 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:113
Due to multiple grant required staff training the following services will not be available at the Health Department next week…July 25th- no TB Test can be done July 26th, 27th,...
Read moreHolly Simon's Memorial Bench
07/20/2017 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:108
The Health Department recently held a dedication ceremony for the memorial bench and garden in honor of longtime board member Holly Simons. The bench is located in the back of...
Read moreHeat Related Illness
07/20/2017 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:91
Heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion or heat stroke, happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. During extreme heat, sweating may not be enough to cool your...
Read more2017 Summer Safety Week
06/16/2017 (Robert Bach, Emergency Planner) Hits:173
Missouri Summer Weather Safety Week calls attention to dangers of excessive heat JEFFERSON CITY - The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the State Emergency Management Agency and the National...
Read moreBaby & Me: Tobacco Free Program
06/13/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:166
Baby and Me: Tobacco Free is an incentive-based program designed to help hundreds of pregnant women quit smoking during their pregnancy and stay quit after the baby is born. Ste....
Read moreIt is Tick Time!
06/13/2017 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:161
Summertime is here, and along with it is the threat of tick-borne disease. Ticks can transmit serious, and sometimes fatal illness. Many of these illnesses can be effectively prevented or...
Read moreKindergarten Vaccinations are Available!
06/13/2017 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:164
Parents of in-coming Kindergarteners: Bring your child in this week for kindergarten immunizations and receive a free bag and book! Before entry into school each kindergartener is required by state...
Read moreAccepting Resumes for Open Position
06/07/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:237
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is seeking applicants for an open position for Clerical Administrative Assistant. This is a multifaceted position that encompasses a variety of responsibilities to serve...
Read more2017 WIC Income Guidelines
06/02/2017 (Jennifer Mueller, WIC Coordinator) Hits:191
WIC is a Nutritional Education, Health Promotion and Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. Good nutrition helps provide the best possible start in life and is a necessary...
Read moreTeen CERT Class Coming July 2017
05/17/2017 (Robert Bach, Emergency Planner) Hits:278
The SGC Health Department will be offering a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training for teens this summer. Registration is now open for a class that is forming to run...
Read moreFree Tetanus Vaccine for Recent Flood Victims and …
05/17/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:214
The Health Department has free Tetanus vaccine for anyone exposed to flood waters during the time of the flood or during this time of clean up and recovery. No appointment...
Read moreFamily & Friends CPR Class in May
05/05/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:219
Ste. Genevieve County Health Department will be offering American Heart Association Heartsaver “Family and Friends” CPR classes on Thursday, May 25, 2017; 1 pm to 4 p.m. This class is...
Read morePortion Control Tips
05/05/2017 (Paula Rose, Nutritionist) Hits:238
You can enjoy your meals while making small adjustments to the amounts of food on your plate. Healthy meals start with more fruits, vegetables, grains, lean protein foods,...
Read moreHealth Department Closed Monday, May 8, 2017
05/05/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:214
The Health Department will be closed Monday, May 8, 2017 in honor of Harry Truman's Birthday.
Read moreCleaning After a Flood
05/05/2017 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:443
First steps Follow instructions of emergency personnel as to when it is safe to return. Contact your insurance agent. Give your name, address and a phone number where you can be reached. ...
Read moreFood Safety After a Flood
05/05/2017 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:216
During power outages Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. The refrigerator will keep food safely cold for about 4 hours if it...
Read moreSafe Drinking Water After a Flood
05/05/2017 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:255
How does water become contaminated in a flood? After a flood, assume that all water sources are contaminated until proven safe. Contaminated water can cause people to become sick. How will I know...
Read more2017 Breastfeeding Baby Shower
05/05/2017 (Brittany Killian, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor) Hits:212
We would like to thank everyone who was able to make it to our Breastfeeding Baby Shower on Monday. We had a great turn out. Thank you to all the...
Read moreTake Caution When Returning to Flood Damaged Homes
05/03/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:199
For Immediate Release: May 3, 2017 The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services urges Missourians to take extra precautions when returning to flood-damaged homes, apartments or businesses during clean-up efforts. The dangers...
Read moreWorld No Tobacco Day May 31, 2017
05/16/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:200
The theme for World No Tobacco Day, is "Tobacco – a threat to development." This year it will propose measures that governments and the public should take to promote health...
Read moreSecond and Third Hand Smoke
05/02/2017 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:247
Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, including hundreds that are toxic and about 70 that are cancer causing. Since 1964, approximately 2,500,000 nonsmokers have died from health problems related...
Read moreFlood Safety 2017
05/02/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:209
For Immediate Release: May 2, 2017 Flood water continues to pose serious risks, potential drowning, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services warns Parents should keep children out of harm’s way; precautions should...
Read moreDrug Take Back Event
04/26/2017 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:234
The Ste. Genevieve Community Services Forum along with the Bloomsdale Pharmacy is holding a prescription drug take back event this Saturday, April 29th to coincide with the National Prescription Drug...
Read moreRIP Holly
Thank you for all your time and devotion you gave to Ste. Genevieve County Health Department. RIP Holly, you and your family are in our thought and prayers.
SGHS CERT Class 2017
Ste Genevieve High School students completed the Citizen's Emergency Response Training (CERT) to prepare them for any emergency. Thank you to all our community partners who help us to teach…
Happy Nutrition Month to Our Nutritionist Paula Rose
March is National Nutrition Month and this year's theme is "Put Your Best Fork Forward!" Part of leading a healthy life means eating a healthy diet and being physically active. A…
Heartsaver CPR Class Offered to Public in April
A Heartsaver CPR Certification class will be offered to the public by the Ste Genevieve County Health Department on April 5, 2017 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. This course…
First Aid Class Offered to Public in April
The Health Department will be offering a First Aid class to the public on April 6 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. This course is for anyone with limited or…
2017 Missouri Fish Consumption Advisory
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) recently released the 2017 Fish Consumption Advisory, an annual report that provides a variety of useful information to people who consume…
Poison Prevention Tips
Making your home safe is critical to avoiding poisoning because more than 90 percent of poisonings occur in the home.1 Here you will find basic tips for preventing poisonings. Seasonal…
Dangers of Smoking with Kids in the Car
Pound for pound, our children are more vulnerable to the effects of secondhand smoke. They breathe more rapidly and take in more secondhand smoke than adults. Also, a child’s developing…
Eat Colorful Foods for Better Health
“Eat a rainbow of colors often,” Core Performance founder Mark Verstegen is fond of saying—and with good reason. Eating a variety of colorful food provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to…
