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National Severe Weather Week 2014
03/06/2014 (Ste Genevieve County Health Dept) Hits:3
National Severe Weather Preparedness Week is a good reminder to prepare for storms that may hit your area. Before storms strike take the first step to making sure that you...
Read moreEmotional Eating
03/05/2014 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:4
According to nutritional experts, 75% of overeating is caused by our own emotions. When people feel stressed, overwhelmed, depressed, angry – one of the easiest things to do to make...
Read moreCERT Class Graduates 2014
03/04/2014 (Ste Genevieve County Health Dept) Hits:12
Congratulations to the recent graduates of our CERT training.The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them...
Read moreHealth Department Closed March 3, 2014
03/03/2014 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:10
For the safety of our staff and clients we will be closed today, March 3, 2014. We appreciate all the road crews out working in this weather to clear the...
Read moreMarch Is National Nutrition Month!
03/03/2014 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:9
While social, emotional and health factors play a role in the foods people choose to eat, the foods we enjoy are the ones we eat most. That is why, as...
Read moreInfluenza Illness Cases are Down This Flu Season
02/28/2014 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:10
Influenza cases in Ste Genevieve are lower this year than they have been in a long time with the most significant decease seen in school aged children. In the 2012/2013...
Read moreYoung Mother Support Group February 2014 Meeting
03/01/2014 (Kay Kertz, Facilitator) Hits:11
The Young Mother's Support Group meeting was held on February 19, 2014 at the Ste Genevieve County Health Department. Donna Cummings, Health Educator from Jefferson County Health Department gave a...
Read moreBreastfeeding Baby Shower
02/25/2014 (Brittany Tripp, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor) Hits:14
Breast Feeding Support at Health Fair
02/25/2014 (Ste Genevieve County Health Dept) Hits:16
Brittany Tripp did a great job providing support and education to breastfeeding moms at the Women's Health Fair event this past weekend. We look forward to participating again next year.
Read moreWomen's Health Fair Event
02/25/2014 (Ste Genevieve County Health Dept) Hits:15
Our staff did a great job at this year's Women's Health Fair Event. Free Tdap and free flu vaccines were available to fair participants. We enjoyed seeing everyone at the...
Read moreDrug Take Back Event Women's Health Fair
02/25/2014 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:18
The drug take back event at the Women's Health Fair was a great success! 4,922 prescription medications were taken in for proper and legal disposal. The next community event will...
Read morePortion Size
02/14/2014 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:23
It can be hard to measure out every portion of food you eat. Yet, there are some simple ways to know that you are eating the right serving sizes. A...
Read moreValentine's Day Tips
02/14/2014 (Stephanie Fisher) Hits:23
Whether you plan to celebrate on your own or with someone special, use these tips to give a gift of health to you or someone you love on Valentine's Day...
Read moreYoung Mother Support Group January 2014 Meeting
02/14/2014 (Kay Kertz, Facilitator) Hits:27
The last meeting of the Young Mother's Support Group was held on January 15th. There were 9 participants. Dr Urling from Urling Dental gave a presentation on the importance of...
Read moreFebruary is Heart Month: Smoking and Heart Disease
02/14/2014 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:27
February is popularly known as the month of love, but it also has the title of "American Heart Month". This month should be a special reminder for us to take...
Read moreCERT Class at Health Department
02/11/2014 (Guest Author Tish Johnson) Hits:29
Chip Marzuco always does a great job teaching electrical hazards to our CERT classes. You might say the students really get a *charge* out of him.
Read moreHOPE Alliance Family Support Group
02/11/2014 () Hits:27
The first meeting of the HOPE Alliance family support group met last night and it went really well. Regular meetings have been set for Monday evenings, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m....
Read moreOFFICE CLOSED
02/11/2014 () Hits:31
Our office will be closed February 12 & 17, 2014 for Lincoln's Birthday and Presidents Day.
Read moreHealth Department Closed February 5, 2014
02/05/2014 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:33
As road conditions have not improved enough for our staff and clients to drive in safely, we will be closed the remainder of the day. We will open at 8:00...
Read moreDelayed Opening Today
02/05/2014 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:36
Our office will try to open at 11:00 am if the roads are cleared and safe for travel. Please call the health department before coming in for services.
Read moreH.O.P.E Alliance Family Support Group Meeting
02/03/2014 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:41
Are you the family member or loved one of someone who struggles with heroin or opiate addiction? Are you struggling to understand their disease and looking for support from others who...
Read moreInclement Winter Weather Advisory
02/03/2014 () Hits:34
Due to the currrent winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service for tomorrow, February 4, 2014, we anticipate the potential for immediate closure of the health department to...
Read moreApplication is Now Required for New and Remodeled …
02/03/2014 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:35
New and Remodeled Food Establisments are now required to fill out an application 30 days prior to the planned opening date for the facility. *Applications are available at the Ste. Genevieve...
Read moreYoung Mother Support Group Christmas Celebration
01/15/2014 (Kay Kertz, Facilitator) Hits:72
The December meeting of the Young Mother Support Group included a Christmas party for the current members and their children. Santa made a visit and pictures were taken with Santa....
Read moreCan the Flu Shot Give You the Flu?
01/15/2014 (Stephanie Fisher/Immunization Coordinator) Hits:58
The flu is particularly virulent this year and reports of vaccine shortages are being filed from around the nation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 35 states are...
Read moreFREE FLU VACCINE!!!
01/13/2014 (Stephanie Fisher/Immunization Coordinator) Hits:68
FREE FLU VACCINE!!! Have you got your Flu Vaccine Yet?? We are open Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. No appointment for Flu vaccine is needed. It is not too...
Read moreManaging Winter Colds in the Day Care Setting
01/07/2014 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:63
With the beginning of the New Year and being that it is January, cold wet weather is settling in for winter. It has been especially cold here in recent weeks...
Read moreWinter Weather Safety Tips for Your Pets
01/07/2014 (Emergency Preparedness) Hits:62
Make sure your pet has food, litter, fresh water supply and warm, soft bedding. All pets need adequate shelter from the elements and insulation against cold weather. Pets should not be left...
Read moreDon’t Lose your Resolve to Quit Smoking and Live H…
01/07/2014 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:66
Sticking to New Year's resolutions can be really tough, especially if it's a major lifestyle change like quitting smoking. Many times we start out strong then lose steam after a...
Read moreResolutions for a Healthy Lifestyle
01/02/2014 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:64
Happy New Year! It seems that with the start of every New Year come resolutions we make that we vow we are going to keep. "I'm going to lose weight",...
Read moreInfluenza has hit Ste.Genevieve County!!
12/27/2013 (Stephanie Fisher/ Immunization Coordinator) Hits:87
Influenza is here in Ste. Genevieve County!! It's not to late to get vaccinated. Influenza hit later this yearin our county, getting our Stay Well in School Program going and getting...
Read moreHoliday Hours
12/23/2013 () Hits:82
Our office will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, also we will be out New Year's Eve and New Year's Day! We would like to wish all of you a...
Read moreThere is Still Time to Get a Flu Shot!
12/19/2013 (Jenny Mueller, RN) Hits:77
When will flu activity begin and when will it peak? The timing of flu is very unpredictable and can vary from season to season. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the...
Read moreHoliday Cheer!
12/19/2013 () Hits:87
A little Happy Holidays at our Employee Christmas Party!!
Read moreFood Safety Tips for Holiday Meals
12/19/2013 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:84
Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds before and after handling any food. Wash food-contact surfaces (cutting boards, dishes, utensils, countertops) with hot, soapy water after preparing...
Read moreSafe Ways to Delight in the Holiday Season
12/19/2013 (Stephanie Fisher) Hits:84
According to the U.S. Fire Administration data from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), an estimated 240 home fires involving Christmas trees and another...
Read moreValle CERT Team Graduates
12/19/2013 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:80
Congratulations to Valle's first Student Emergency Response Team graduates. You all did a tremendous job today!
Read moreNew Ex-Smoker? Tips to Stay Quit Over the Holiday…
12/03/2013 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:119
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:103
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:131
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
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…
HbA1c Testing
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…
Congratulations to Our WIC Program Staff
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…
Thunderstorm Safety Tips
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…
Stay Home if You Are Sick...
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…
Help for People Motivated to Quit Tobacco Use
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…
Staying On A Healthy Track Through The Holidays
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…
Deer Hunting Safety and Venison Handling
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…
Food Safety Tips for Your Family
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…
