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General Mils Flour Recall September 2019
09/18/2019 (Bob Kluender, environmental Specialist) Hits:3
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Recall Alert Web Link – https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/general-mills-recalls-five-pound-bags-gold-medal-unbleached-all-purpose-flour See the original announcement for examples of labels General Mills Recalls Five Pound Bags of Gold Medal Unbleached All...
Read moreFEMA Disaster Declaration to assist dislocated wor…
09/18/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:3
Breastfeeding by Alyssa Hoops, SEMO Nursing Studen…
09/13/2019 (Alyssa Hoops, SEMO BSN Student) Hits:16
Breastfeeding is the human body’s natural way of providing vitamins and nutrients to a baby. Breastmilk provides many benefits to the baby that formula does not, including antibodies to help...
Read moreFlu Vaccines Are Now Available at the Health Depar…
09/13/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:13
Flu vaccine is currently available at the health department. We have a variety of vaccines to meet the needs of everyone from 6 months of age and older. We are...
Read moreMissouri health officials report confirmed cases o…
09/13/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:13
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – To date, nine possible cases of lung illness associated with the use of e-cigarette products have been reported to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior...
Read moreNew Program Allows Increase in Vaccination Service…
09/03/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:32
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is now able to provide vaccines to anyone who is fully insured for immunizations. No appointment is necessary. Insurance cards will need to be...
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Tony Hoffman's Presentation to Ste Genevieve Commu…
08/30/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:59
The Ste Genevieve Community would like to thank Tony Hoffman for his excellent presentation last night at the Ste Genevieve High School Performing Arts Center. His personal and informative presentation...
Read moreChlamydia cases are on the rise
08/26/2019 (Julie Flieg, RN) Hits:51
Ste Genevieve County is seeing an increase in cases of Chlamydia, especially in women aged 19 to 22. The Health Department offers free condoms and free STD testing. No appointment...
Read moreHeartsaver CPR and First Aid Classes in September …
08/26/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:40
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 16, 2019 from 12:15 pm –...
Read moreHepatitis A Outbreak in Missouri
08/22/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:50
Hepatitis A Outbreak in Missouri... From September 15, 2017 to August 20, 2019, there have been 414 Hepatitis A outbreak-associated cases in 35 Missouri counties. Of the cases reported, there have...
Read morePac N Plays Now Available at Health Department
08/21/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:51
Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri donated Pack N Plays to Ste. Genevieve County Health Department. These Pack N Plays are available to help parents provide a safe sleep environment for...
Read moreNACCHO Report Features Ste Genevieve County
08/21/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:87
Ste Genevieve County is featured on page 22. (NACCHO) Much of the day-to-day work of opioid prevention and response falls to local health departments. To better understand this critical role, NACCHO...
Read moreSevere Lung Disease Associated with Vaping
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There have been 94 possible cases of severe lung illness associated with vaping in 14 states (30 cases in Wisconsin) from June 28, 2019, to August 15, 2019. As of...
Read moreChronic Disease Self-Management
08/02/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:79
Speaker Tony Hoffman Presents on Addiction
08/02/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:89
FREE Hepatitis C and HIV Testing Now Available
07/27/2019 (Sandra Bell, Admiistrator) Hits:74
The Health Department is offering FREE Hepatitis C and HIV testing during regular business hours. Results will be available within 30 minutes. Consultation with a nurse along with referrals for...
Read moreHeat Warning in Effect!
07/18/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:87
The Ste Genevieve County Health Department is urging residents to take precautions during periods of extreme heat to prevent heat-related illnesses and injuries. Stay indoors as much as possible and limit...
Read moreQuit Smoking - For Reproductive Health!
07/15/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:162
Although we don’t know exactly which smokers might have complication because of smoking, we do know that smoking can be a threat to the ability to become pregnant, to a...
Read moreOrphaned Container Reporting
07/12/2019 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:108
As the water continues to recede the Missouri Department of Natural Resources is committed to assist with any orphaned containers that may be discovered. Examples of flood-related orphaned containers, which may...
Read moreSummer CERT Class Starting July19, 2019
07/11/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:148
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training will be held this summer at the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department. This class is free and open to adults and teens. CERT educates...
Read moreMake a Healthy Splash!
07/10/2019 (Julie Flieg, RN) Hits:102
Swimming and other water-related activities are excellent ways to get the physical activity and health benefits needed for a healthy life. However, they are not risk-free. CDC’s Healthy Swimming website...
Read moreHepatitis A in Gray Summit, Missouri food handler
07/10/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:118
JEFFERSON CITY, MO -- Hepatitis A was diagnosed in an employee who handled food at Roadhouse 100 located at 2763 MO-100 in Gray Summit, Missouri. The investigation by the Franklin...
Read moreMissouri WIC Program Goes Electronic!
07/01/2019 (Jennifer Mueller, WIC Coordinator) Hits:122
Missouri WIC program goes electronic eWIC will improve user experience and strengthen program’s integrity JEFFERSON CITY, MO -- The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is offering families...
Read moreMedical Marijuana Call Center is Taking Applicatio…
07/01/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:117
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Medical Marijuana Call Center has started taking patient applications today. The website and call center are experiencing high volumes. The Medical Marijuana Cal...
Read moreHepatitis A Vaccine Available
06/28/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:120
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Tips for Teens on E-Cigarettes
06/13/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:134
Vaccinations Recommended for College Students
06/13/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:156
Have a graduating senior? Congratulations! Before you get busy preparing them to go to college, make sure they are up-to-date in their vaccines. We've got details here on the vaccines...
Read moreAction Steps for Sun Protection
06/13/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:139
While some exposure to sunlight can be enjoyable, too much can be dangerous. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can result in a painful sunburn. It can also...
Read moreMissouri medical marijuana sample application form…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is pleased to announce the release of the Medical Marijuana Registry (MMR) sample forms and instructions as...
Read moreDental Event For Adults and Children
06/11/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:132
Keep your child safe!
06/11/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:148
The Children’s Trust Fund’s “Not Even For A Minute” Campaign encourages parents and caregivers to NEVER leave children unattended in or around automobiles. Left alone in a vehicle for a...
Read moreFree A1C's on Fridays in June
06/02/2019 (Brittany Killian) Hits:142
FREE A1C’S EVERY FRIDAY IN THE MONTH OF JUNE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST: The A1C test is a simple blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 3...
Read moreClosed for Memorial Day, May 27th
05/24/2019 (Brittany Killian) Hits:170
The Health Department will be closed on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We will open on Tuesday, May 28th at 8am.
Read moreCommunity Opioid Information Program Cancelled for…
05/21/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:246
Our speaker tonight for the Community Opioid Information Program just contacted me to reschedule his presentation due to concerns with the weather forecasted for tonight. It will be rescheduled. Tonight's...
Read moreDHSS announces number of medical marijuana facilit…
05/17/2019 (DHSS) Hits:187
DHSS announces number of medical marijuana facilities to be licensed JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has determined the number of medical marijuana facilities...
Read more2019 Annual Breastfeeding Baby Shower
05/17/2019 (Brittany Killian) Hits:254
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our Annual Breastfeeding Baby Shower Monday night. Because of generous donations and gifts every attendee was able to receive 2 door...
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Measles Outbreak and the MMR Vaccine
05/17/2019 (Ste. Genevieve Health Department) Hits:195
The Health Department has been receiving many questions regarding the measles outbreak in the Untied States. At this time, we would like to offer the following recommendations: • Persons born before 1957...
Read moreCommunity Opioid Information Program
Community members are invited to attend an informational meeting to learn more about the Opioid problem, harm reduction and Narcan. Chad Sabora, co-founder and Executive Director of the Missouri Network…
Open Position For Emergency Planner
Ste Genevieve County/ St Francois Health Department are looking to hire an Emergency Planner This position will serve the role of emergency planer/manager for both health departments working in collaboration with…
Tips for Dealing with Bed Bugs
Bedbugs are small, nocturnal, wingless insects that belong to the family of Cimicidae. They feed on human blood and other warm-blooded hosts. They are oval in shape and grow up…
Health Depatment Closed Good Friday 2019
The Health Department will be closed on Good Friday, April 19. 2019. We will reopen for normal services on Monday, April 22, 2019.
Drug Take Back Event April 27, 2019
The Ste Genevieve Community Services Forum along with the Health Department and Sheriff’s Department will host a prescription drug take back event Saturday, April 27th from 9:00 am – 12 pm at the Bloomsdale…
An Opioid Overdose Can Happen Anytime
If you, a family member, or a friend is addicted to heroin or narcotic painkillers known as opioids, having Narcan readily available can save a life. Opioid overdose emergencies…
Baby & Me Tobacco Free Program Has Been Successful in Ste Genevieve
The BABY & ME – Tobacco Free Program is a smoking cessation program for pregnant women and their families. It helps pregnant women and a support partner quit smoking while…
Teens: Don't Puff!
You may disregard many messages regarding your health, but when it comes to smoking don’t be pressured to let tobacco define you. Your strength is unique, so make good choices. …
Avoiding diseases transmitted by ticks and mosquitoes
With warmer weather on the way, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) wants to remind those living in and visiting the state to take precautions against tick…
