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Office Closing
12/05/2013 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:7
Due to the current and predicted weather conditions, our office will be closed Friday, December 6, 2013. Please be safe if you absolutely must travel during this weather system.
Read moreNow Accepting Bids for Cleaning Contract
12/03/2013 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:12
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is currently accepting bids for cleaning services for the Health Department building.Specifications for office cleaning bids:• Pricing for cleaning upper level of health department...
Read moreNew Ex-Smoker? Tips to Stay Quit Over the Holiday…
12/03/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:15
Don't Let Stress Send You Back to the PackThe holiday season offers a double whammy to quitters because it combines both stress and other environmental factors that may trigger desires...
Read moreWinter Car Safety
12/03/2013 () Hits:8
Before you go, consider the following safety tips:• Keep others posted of your traveling plans.• Keep a full tank of gas.• Pack emergency supplies such as:blankets, matches, flashlights, candles, first aid...
Read moreNew Help for People Motivated to Quit Smoking
11/25/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN ) Hits:30
The Missouri Tobacco Quitline is a free and valuable service that can help Missourians stop using tobacco. The Quitline has added a stand- alone web coaching program and, for a...
Read moreTeen CERT Program at Valle High School
11/22/2013 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:39
Valle High School freshmen learn fire suppression with firefighter Jeff Gurley during this week's CERT class. Forty two freshmen students are learning emergency preparedness and emergency response skills through the...
Read moreHbA1c Testing
11/21/2013 (Paula Grass/Nutritionists) Hits:27
Health Department Offers HbA1c Testing Diabetes is a physiological condition that affects the way the body uses food for energy. Diabetes is broken down into three main categories: pre-diabetes, Type 1...
Read moreCongratulations to Our WIC Program Staff
11/18/2013 (Sandr Bell, Director) Hits:27
The State WIC office of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services would like to congratulate Ste Genevieve County Health Department for receiving the esteemed designation of a "Breastfeeding...
Read moreThunderstorm Safety Tips
11/18/2013 () Hits:24
Be Prepared at all Times! What To Do At Home During A Thunderstorm Warning: •Draw blinds and shades over your windows. That will prevent glass from shattering into your home if the...
Read moreStay Home if You Are Sick...
11/18/2013 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:377
Flu season is here and prevention is our first line of defense. Along with yearly flu immunization for everyone over age 6 months, diligent hand washing, and cough etiquette, the...
Read moreHelp for People Motivated to Quit Tobacco Use
11/18/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN MCH Coordinator) Hits:54
The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on Thursday, November 21, 2013. They encourage smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan...
Read moreStaying On A Healthy Track Through The Holidays
11/18/2013 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:552
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with social pressures when trying to eat healthy. There seems to be food everywhere; samples at the store, potlucks at work, and cookies around every...
Read moreDeer Hunting Safety and Venison Handling
11/15/2013 (Stephanie Fisher) Hits:25
Deer Hunting Safety and Venison Handling *Wear the bright orange hunting clothing gear so you can be easily seeing and not confused with a deer. Not only is it safe but...
Read moreFood Safety Tips for Your Family
11/07/2013 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:31
It is the beginning of the holiday season, and this will include many gatherings with family, friends, and food. As holiday plans are being made, we would like to encourage...
Read moreWIC Program Continues at Health Department
11/07/2013 (Kay Kertz, WIC Coordinator) Hits:32
The Ste. Genevieve County Health Department is pleased to announce that a contract to continue providing WIC (Women, Infant and Children) services for federal fiscal year 2013-2014 has been signed...
Read moreWarning Signs of Heroin Use
10/04/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:78
Here are some symptoms or clues that are key indicators of possible heroin use. Please note - some of these signs are common to adolescent behavior, indicative of irresponsibility or...
Read moreYoung Mother's Support Group Meeting
11/07/2013 (Kay Kertz, Facilitator) Hits:331
The next meeting of the Young Mother's Support Group will be November 20, 2013 in the lower level of the Health Department at 5pm. Childcare will be available. The Young...
Read moreAlzheimer's Support Group Meeting
11/07/2013 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:464
The next meeting for the Ste Genevieve County Alzheimer Support Group will be Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at 10:00 am in the lower level of the Health Department at 115 Basler...
Read moreThank you to School Flu Clinic Sponsors
10/10/2013 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:64
Thank you to all our sponsors, supporters and volunteers for our Stay Well in Our Schools flu vaccination program. The public and parochial schools, Ste Genevieve Ambulance District, nurses from Ste Genevieve...
Read moreDrug Take Back Event This Month
10/21/2013 (Ste Genevieve County Health Dept) Hits:60
The Drug Take Back Event held Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Klein's Pharmacy was a success. The event, sponsored by the Community Services Forum, took in 5,897 unwanted prescription and...
Read moreSecond Hand Smoke
10/21/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:64
It hurts you. It doesn't take much. It doesn't take long. When a person smokes near you, you breathe secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke is the combination of smoke from the burning...
Read moreEmergency Preparedness for Alzheimer's Patients
10/11/2013 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:61
A disaster situation of any magnitude significantly adds to the stress levels and confusion of someone with Alzheimer's. In people with moderate to severe Alzheimer's, this can lead to risky...
Read moreHalloween Safety for Kids & Teens
10/31/2013 (Stephanie Fisher) Hits:39
Kids love Halloween! They get to dress up and get free candy! What a perfect holiday! Give your kids some precious Halloween memories that they'll have for life. Some of you...
Read moreSchool Flu
10/04/2013 (Stephanie Fisher, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:69
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department will be implementing a new program this year in the public and parochial schools in Ste Genevieve County. The Stay Well in Our School...
Read moreProtect Your Family! Get Everyone a Flu Shot!
10/02/2013 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:73
Grandma and grandkids getting their flu shots together. Keep you and your family healthy this flu season. Come in to the health department to get your flu shot. Vaccinations are available...
Read moreInclude Fruits and Vegetables Everyday
10/02/2013 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:65
Fruits and vegetables play a significant role in human nutrition. Fruits and vegetables supply a vast number of vitamins and minerals along with the benefit of fiber. They also can...
Read more2009 Missouri Food Code Now Available
10/02/2013 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:71
The new 2009 Missouri Food Code, which incorporates Food and Drug Administration's 2009 model food code language as well as specific drinking water and onsite wastewater standards for regulated facilities...
Read moreDrive Thru Flu Clinic Otober 3, 2013
09/25/2013 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:72
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department will offer a Drive Thru Flu clinic Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Ste Genevieve Fire House. Flu...
Read moreStay Healthy Get Vaccinated!
09/21/2013 (Stephanie Fisher, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:77
On Radio Hill in Ste. Genevieve making sure Don gets his flu vaccine and stays well! Come on in to the Health Department and get your flu shot.
Read moreGood Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs
09/21/2013 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:77
The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop...
Read moreConfirmed Human Case of West Nile Virus Disease in…
09/18/2013 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:87
Take steps to protect yourself and your family! The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is urging people to take steps to prevent West Nile virusinfections. A confirmed case of West Nile...
Read moreFlu Shots 2013-2014
09/13/2013 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:100
Ste. Genevieve County Health Department 115 BASLER DRIVE, STE. GENEVIEVE, MO. HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS SEASONAL "FLU SHOTS", INFLUENZA VACCINE, FOR "EVERYONE 6 MONTHS AND OLDER" BEGINNING IN SEPTEMBER 2013 Why get vaccinated? Influenza ("flu") is...
Read moreBe Prepared for Weather Emergencies
09/18/2013 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:79
This would be a good time to learn to be weather-ready for some that may mean some academics and for others some best practices to follow. Whatever category you fit...
Read moreFood Safety Myths Exposed
09/09/2013 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:103
We all do our best to serve our families food that's safe and healthy, but some common myths about food safety might surprise you. Common myths about food safety at home: Myth#1:...
Read moreBe Ready! September is National Emergency Prepar…
09/13/2013 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:86
Now is the time to get ready for any type of emergency that you may be faced with, waiting until trouble is at your door step is the wrong and...
Read moreNOAA Weather Radio
09/05/2013 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Response Planner) Hits:106
NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information directly from the nearest National Weather Service office. NWR broadcasts official Weather Service...
Read moreStop Smoking-Start Repairing
09/05/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:120
The long term benefits of quitting smoking are fantastic. Of course, it is always better never to start. According to the American Heart Association non-smokers, on average, live 14 years...
Read morePower Up With Breakfast!
09/01/2013 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:109
Breakfast is the meal most neglected and missed. People credit this to their hecticlifestyles, wanting to lose weight, or not feeling hungry in the morning. However, what most people don't...
Read moreHeat Advisories Continue
08/29/2013 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:101
The heat advisory continues until 7 pm Saturday, August 31, 2013 for the following MO counties: St. Charles, St. Louisand St. Louis City. Heat Index values up to 104° are...
Read moreHeat Wave Safety Tips
08/27/2013 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:100
Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.Eat small meals...
Read moreStay Well In Our Schools!!
Public and Parochial Schools are working with the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department with providing flu vaccine in the schools. The Stay Well in Our School Grant will allow your…
Guidelines for Temporary Food Service 61 Yard Sale
The 61 mile yard sale on Highway 61 will be held this year over the first weekend of September. Many organizations as well as private individuals will be hosting food…
Hepatitis C Testing
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) now recommends a one-time Hepatitis C Virus testing for anyone born 1945-1965—regardless of their Hepatitis C Virus risk. The baby boomer population is targeted…
Hot Weather Tips for Your Pet
When temperatures and head indices soar, pet owners are advised to take special precautions to keep pets safe.High temperatures can be deadly for pets left without a cool, shady place to…
2013 Breastfeeding Lunch and Learn
The Ste. Genevieve County Health Department had their annual Breastfeeding Lunch &Learn today at the health department. This year, thirteen professionals came to eat, network, and learn from CherylWormington, BSN, RN,…
Teens: Hang Tough, Don't Puff
You may tend to disregard many messages regarding your health at your age, but when it comes to smokingdon't be pressured to let tobacco define you. Your strength is unique,…
Health Benefits of Omega 3
Research has indicated that omega-3 fatty acids can reduce inflammation, which can help prevent certain diseases such as heart disease and arthritis. In addition, they are essential to brain health…
Blue and Green Pep Rally
A good turn out for the Blue and Green Pep Rally. Hope everyone has a great start to the school year! Thank you Lee and Stephanie for all your hard…
10 Ways to Help a Loved One with a Drug or Alcohol Problem
The pain and suffering of addiction is not limited to the alcoholic or drug addict. Family members share a tremendous burden as well. Shame, guilt, fear, worry, anger, and frustration…
