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Infant Mortality and Smoking
09/26/2016 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:17
September is infant mortality awareness month. The death of a baby before his or her first birthday is called infant mortality. The infant mortality rate is an estimate of the...
Read moreKona Ice Fundraiser is a Success!
09/15/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:45
Thank you Mary for the successful Kona Ice fundraiser to support our School Flu vaccination program. Your continued support is most appreciated. We look forward to working with you again...
Read moreCERT Class September 2016
09/15/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:48
Congratulations to our recent CERT graduates who completed the class this week. You all did a great job! Thank you to all our community partners who helped to teach this...
Read more2016 Flu Clinic Schedule
09/15/2016 (Stephanie Fisher, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:46
FLU SHOT CLINICS SCHEDULED IN 2016: October 6, 2016 1:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Drive Thru Flu shot clinic will be at Ste. Genevieve Fire House. SEPTEMBER 22, 2016 (Thurs.) at Ste....
Read moreZika Update
09/15/2016 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:39
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services confirmed two cases of Zika virus found in one pregnant woman and one non-pregnant woman. Both had been to areas where Zika...
Read moreInfluenza!
09/08/2016 (Klaire Telle, SEMO Nursing Student) Hits:56
Influenza, or better known as just the “flu,” is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause a person to become very sick. A healthy person with a healthy immune...
Read moreThe Power of Preparedness
09/08/2016 (Robert Bach, Emergency Planner) Hits:48
Throughout September, CDC and more than 3000 organizations—national, regional, and local governments, as well as private and public organizations—will support emergency preparedness efforts and encourage Americans to take action. For...
Read moreSeptember is Cholesterol Education Month
09/08/2016 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:55
September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high. National Cholesterol Education Month is...
Read moreFDA Ruling on Antibacterial Washes
09/08/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:46
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a final rule establishing that over-the-counter (OTC) consumer antiseptic wash products containing certain active ingredients can no longer be marketed. Companies will...
Read moreSeptember is Alzheimer Awareness Month
09/08/2016 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:49
World Alzheimer's Month 2016 focuses on learning to spot the signs of dementia and supporting loved ones who are living with dementia. Scientists still need to learn a lot more about...
Read more2016 Lunch and Learn Event
09/08/2016 (Jennifer Mueller, RN, WIC Coordinator) Hits:50
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Kathy Loughren, RN, MSN, NNP-BC, IBCLC for her wonderful program presentation at our professional lunch and...
Read more2017 WIC Contract Awarded
08/31/2016 (Jennifer Mueller, RN, WIC Coordinator) Hits:60
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 2016-2017 has been signed...
Read moreLiving Well with Chronic Conditions Workshop
08/18/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:115
Living Well with Chronic Conditions Program Workshops will be offered November 2, 2016 through December 7, 2016 at the Ste Genevieve County Health Department. The program will be held 9:00...
Read moreThank You Comtrea Dental
08/18/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:90
Thank you Comtrea Dental for providing much needed services to our residents who are under served for dental care in our community. A special thank you to Sandy Lee Holifield, Sandy...
Read more2016 National Immunization Month
08/18/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:101
It is National Immunization Awareness Month! Vaccines protect you and your family. We are ready to help keep everyone up to date on their immunizations
Read moreSeptember First Aid Class Scheduled
08/18/2016 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:83
The Health Department will be offering a First Aid class to the public on September 16, 2016 from 12:15 pm – 4:00 pm. This course is for anyone with limited...
Read moreSeptember CPR Class Scheduled
08/18/2016 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:91
A Heartsaver CPR Certification class will be offered to the public by the Ste Genevieve County Health Department on September 14, 2016 from 12:15 pm – 4:00 pm. This course...
Read moreAnything Dangerous in Your Garage?
08/04/2016 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:106
There *may* be room for a car among the bicycles, ladders, holiday decorations, hoses, tools and equipment, leftover home improvement supplies, birdseed, paint cans, toys, car maintenance and lawn care...
Read moreHealth Department WIC Staff Earn National Recognit…
08/04/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:119
WASHINGTON, D.C., August 1, 2016 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awards eight Mountain Plains Region local agencies of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children...
Read morePassports Applications Available at Health Departm…
08/02/2016 (Lee Jacobs, Passport Agent) Hits:118
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 moreJoin the Active Arthritis Exercise Class
08/02/2016 (Jennifer Mueller, RN) Hits:104
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is offering an Arthritis Exercise Class every Tuesday and every Thursday 9:30 am – 10:30 am in the lower level of the health department....
Read moreTaste Changes as We Age
08/02/2016 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:108
It is no secret that the way we eat and how active we are has a lot to do with our biological age. Smart food choices and active living today...
Read moreHow Cancer Relates to Smoking
08/02/2016 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:124
Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States. It kills more than 480,000 Americans each year. It causes immediate damage which often leads to...
Read moreReminder! Time for Back to School Immunizations
07/29/2016 (Stephanie Fisher, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:145
Don't forget to put school immunizations on your back to school list this year. Our office will be closed on the August 16, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m....
Read moreHiring Facilities Maintenance Position
07/29/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:112
The Health Department is looking to hire a part time facility maintenance staff person to perform general maintenance duties on an as needed basis. Pay is hourly. Please send employment...
Read moreChronic Disease Management Classes
07/25/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:121
Living Well with Chronic Conditions ProgramWorkshops will be offered September 7, 2016 through October 12, 2016 at the Ste Genevieve County Health Department. The program will be held 9:00 am...
Read moreImportance of Calcium
07/15/2016 (Paula Grass, Nutritionist) Hits:152
Calcium is an important mineral that not only helps to strengthen your teeth and bones, it also helps your nerves and muscles function properly. Calcium is not something that your...
Read moreA1C Testing for Diabetes Diagnosis
07/15/2016 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:172
Are you diabetic? Are you at risk of becoming diabetic? A simple test could let you know. If you are in the early stages of Type II diabetes, small changes...
Read moreThe Health Effects of Tobacco Use on Pregnancy
07/15/2016 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:142
Smoking during pregnancy is one of the most common preventable causes of pregnancy complications and death among infants. Women who quit smoking before or during pregnancy reduce their risk for...
Read more2016 Teen CERT Graduates
07/15/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:161
Congratulations to our 2016 Teen CERT graduates. You all did an awesome job in the class. A special thank you to our voulnteer victims. We could not do this class...
Read moreCongratulations to the WIC Staff!
07/11/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:171
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department WIC agency has been awarded the distinction of Breastfeeding Friendly WIC clinic for the third year in a row. Congratulations to Lee Jacobs, Paula...
Read more8th and 9th Traveler From Missouri Infected with Z…
07/08/2016 (Mary Roth, RN) Hits:284
Tests confirm eighth and ninth travelers infected with Zika virus The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services confirmed two additional cases of Zika virus both in non-pregnant females. One travelled...
Read moreOutdoor Cooking Safety
07/08/2016 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:157
Whether you are cooking in your own backyard, at a picnic area or in a campground, being aware of outdoor cooking safety practices and procedures will help to ensure that...
Read moreAdult CERT Class Offered in August
07/30/2016 (Robert Bach, Emergency Planner) Hits:159
Adult Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training will be held August 23rd, August 30th, September 6, and September 13th, 2016 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Ste. Genevieve...
Read moreBreastfeeding Booth Available at the County Fair
07/08/2016 (Brittany Killian, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor) Hits:167
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department will have our Breastfeeding Booth at the Ste Gen Fair this weekend! It will be located in the youth building so you'll have a...
Read moreDental Event for Kids and Adults
07/29/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:176
The SGCHD will be hosting a dental event with Comtrea Dental Services for children and adults without dental insurance, or who have Medicaid Insurance August 8th, through August 12th from...
Read moreOpen Position Facility Maintenance
06/30/2016 (Sandra Bell, Director) Hits:168
The Health Department is looking to hire a part time facility maintenance staff person to perfom general maintenane duties on an as needed basis. Pay is hourly. Please send employment...
Read moreTetanus: Make Sure your Family is Protected
06/28/2016 (Stephanie Fisher, Immunization Coordinator) Hits:160
Three people's feet in grassMake sure your family is up to date with their tetanus vaccine so they are protected against this serious infection commonly known as "lockjaw." The bacteria...
Read morePet Friendly Environment Makes for a Positive Work…
06/28/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:158
A survey conducted by the Banfield Pet Hospital found that pet-friendly workplaces are viewed as highly positive, help boost morale and contribute to talent retention. The employees surveyed also agreed...
Read moreHeat Exhaustion - Know the Signs
06/16/2016 (Ste Genevieve Health Department) Hits:181
Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to an excessive loss of the water and salt contained in sweat. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, people with high...
Read moreWhooping Cough
Pertussis or whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can affect people of all ages. It is especially serious for babies under one year old. People with whooping…
Keep Hydrated!
Drink more water! Water should be a large part of any diet. It is readily available with no preparation or leg work required. It is an extremely important weight loss factor. …
Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory effective from noon to 7 pm, Thursday, June 16, 2016 for the following MO counties: Boone, Callaway, Cole, Crawford, Franklin, Gasconade,…
Tests confirm two travelers infected with Zika virus
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services confirmed two additional cases of Zika virus. One case is a male Missouri resident who had travelled to the Dominican Republic. Another…
Stop Smoking and Start Repairing
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…
Community Foundation Grant Award 2016
The Health Department appreciates the receipt of funding from The Ste Genevieve Community Foundation for the installation of ADA openers for the front entrance doors of the building. The project…
Free Teen CERT Class This Summer 2016
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…
Community Services Grant Awards
The Health Department greatly appreciates To the Community Service Forum for their donation to the Stay Well In School Program for all the students in our county for school flu immunizations.…
May is Arthritis Awareness Month
Arthritis is a condition that affects your joints, the places in your body where two bones meet, like elbows, shoulders, and knees. People with arthritis can feel pain and stiffness…
