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Pertussis Cases Increasing in US
05/16/2012 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:6
Pertussis is an endemic disease in the United States, with periodic epidemics every 3 to 5 years and frequent outbreaks. In 2010, 27,550 cases of pertussis were reported nationally —...
Read moreHow Does Smoking Damage the Lungs?
05/10/2012 (Jeanie Gettinger, RN) Hits:27
A person's lungs have a natural cleaning and protective system to prevent irritants, like smoke and debris, from causing damage. Tiny hairs in the lungs called cilia do most of...
Read moreSte Genevieve County Ranked 15th Overall in State …
04/17/2012 () Hits:46
NACCHO (National Association of County and City Health Officials) released the 2012 County Health Rankings on April 3, 2012. Ste. Genevieve County ranked 15 out of 115 counties. This means...
Read moreImmunizations are for Everyone!
04/13/2012 (Stephanie Grass) Hits:55
NIWW 2012 will be April 21-28 National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine preventable diseases and celebrate the achievements of immunization...
Read moreLiving With Hepatitis C
04/13/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:33
In those infected by Hepatitis C, 75%-85% may develop a long-term infection. Hepatitis C infection that continues over many years can cause significant complications, such as: · Cirrhosis (scarring of the...
Read moreSmoking and Cardiovascular Disease
04/13/2012 (Jeanie Gettinger, RN) Hits:49
Cigarette and tobacco smoke is one of the six major independent risk factors for coronary heart disease that you can modify or control. The Surgeon General has called it "the...
Read moreTicks Are Active Early This Year!
04/13/2012 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:39
Gardening, camping, hiking, just playing outdoors – These are all great spring and summertime activities, but don't forget about the ticks that may be in the same environment. Due to the...
Read moreHealthy Lifestyles Program
05/10/2012 (Jenny Mueller, RN) Hits:64
The Healthy Lifestyles program this month will be presented on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 4:00 pm. This month's topic is Portion Control presented by Paula Grass, Nutritionist. The Healthy Lifestyles program...
Read moreSalmonella Risks with Baby Chicks
03/29/2012 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:70
Often, live baby poultry may be put on display at stores where children may be able to touch the birds or areas where they are displayed. Because these birds are...
Read moreTuberculosis Awareness
03/16/2012 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:90
Tuberculosis (TB) rarely crosses the minds of most Americans, probably because of the fact that the disease has been declining in the United States and Missouri. In 2010, 107...
Read moreBreastfeeding Scrapbook Event
04/13/2012 (Jessica Crepps, CLC BFPC) Hits:114
Our next event will be held May 16, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the health department. All pregnant and breastfeeding mom's are welcome to attend. Bring your photos! We will supply the scrapbook supplies. Join...
Read moreSte Genevieve Head Start is Recruiting for Fall Se…
03/07/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:104
Head Start is recruiting youngsters aged three, four and five for the fall session. Eligible children need to be three years old by July 31st, but not yet eligible for...
Read moreHealth Department Campus is Now Totally Smoke Free
03/01/2012 (Jeanie Gettinger, RN) Hits:111
Ste. Genevieve County Health Department is going tobacco-free on March 1, 2012. After this time, no tobacco use of any kind will be permitted – inside or outside – on...
Read moreUnderstanding Tornado Watches & Warnings
03/01/2012 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:99
Understanding the difference in the meaning of alerts can make a difference in the outcome for your safety. Read about what to do when a watch and a warning is...
Read moreLearn About Shingles!
02/29/2012 (Jenny Mueller, RN) Hits:128
The Shingles vaccine is available at the Ste Genevieve County Health Department for individuals aged 60 and older. Shingles is a disease caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. ...
Read moreArthritis Exercise Class Offered at Health Departm…
02/29/2012 () Hits:124
Arthritis Exercise Class is offered every Tuesday and every Thursday 9:30 am – 10:30 a.m. in the lower level of the health department. Newcomers are always welcome. The class will...
Read moreMercury Collection Program
02/10/2012 () Hits:141
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources in conjunction with the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department, will be accepting mercury thermometers, thermostats, and other mercury related items (no CFL light bulbs)...
Read moreFebruary Heart Health Month
02/10/2012 (Jeanie Gettinger, RN) Hits:131
Smoking damages nearly every part of the body. February is American Heart Month and smoking cessation can be an important goal to set for Valentines' Day. Smoking can cause heart disease...
Read moreConfirmed Cases of Influenza in Ste Genevieve Coun…
03/29/2012 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:164
The number of confirmed cases of influenza in the county has reached a seasonal peak, and is now begining to show a gradual decline. This is an unusually late flu...
Read moreUndesirable Chemicals That Are Found in Cigarette …
01/28/2012 (Jeanie Gettinger, RN) Hits:164
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 morePrescription Drug Take Back Event
05/10/2012 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:181
The Ste Genevieve Community Services Forum will host a prescription drug take back event Saturday, May 19, 2012 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at Kleine's Pharmacy in Ste Genevieve. These events have yielded over...
Read moreSafe Options for Home Needle Disposal
01/28/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:145
Ste. Genevieve County residents who are in need of a safe option for disposal of needles or lancets used for medically required treatment of their medical conditions can participate in a...
Read morePassports Acceptance Available at Health Departmen…
01/28/2012 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:145
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. United States citizens planning international travel may now apply for their passports...
Read moreTips To Protect Yourself From Noroviruses
01/28/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:170
Noroviruses spread easily, causing more than 20 million gastroenteritis cases each year in the U.S. There's no vaccine to prevent norovirus infection and no drug to treat it. Follow these...
Read moreSevere Weather Preparedness
01/28/2012 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:157
Severe weather will happen, and eventually it will affect you in some way. So the only thing you can do is to try and be prepared the best you can....
Read moreCERT Class Offered in June 2012
04/13/2012 (Howard Dohack, Emergency Planner) Hits:177
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department will offer a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training June 19, 21, and 22 at the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department. Registration is required as...
Read moreTips To Prevent Toy Injuries
01/28/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:147
Choose safe toys. • Before shopping for toys, consider the child’s age, interest and skill level. • When shopping, read labels. Look for well-made toys and follow the age and safety information...
Read moreStaying On A Healthy Track Through The Year
03/01/2012 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:163
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 moreKeep Your Family Safe From CO2 and Fire
04/16/2012 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:176
Remember to replace smoke alarm and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm batteries every six months. Keeping fresh batteries in your alarms keeps you and your family safe. The following safety tips will...
Read moreFood Safety Tips for the Home
03/01/2012 (Bob W. Kluender, Environmental Specialist ) Hits:166
We would like to encourage a few reminders of safe food handling guidelines to reduce the chance of acquiring a food borne illness during food preparation times in the home....
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