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Tips for Teens on E-Cigarettes
06/13/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:31
Vaccinations Recommended for College Students
06/13/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:38
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:32
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…
06/11/2019 () Hits:49
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:37
Keep your child safe!
06/11/2019 (Ste. Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:42
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:36
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:71
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:90
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:80
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:97
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:86
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
05/17/2019 (Sandra Bell, RN Administrator) Hits:84
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...
Read moreOpen Position For Emergency Planner
05/10/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:110
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...
Read moreTips for Dealing with Bed Bugs
04/18/2019 (Bob Kluender, Environmental Specialist) Hits:149
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...
Read moreHealth Depatment Closed Good Friday 2019
04/17/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:156
The Health Department will be closed on Good Friday, April 19. 2019. We will reopen for normal services on Monday, April 22, 2019.
Read moreDrug Take Back Event April 27, 2019
04/17/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:121
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...
Read moreAn Opioid Overdose Can Happen Anytime
04/17/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:123
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...
Read moreBaby & Me Tobacco Free Program Has Been Succes…
04/17/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:129
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...
Read moreTeens: Don't Puff!
04/04/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:160
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. ...
Read moreAvoiding diseases transmitted by ticks and mosquit…
04/04/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:152
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...
Read moreFree Adult Measles Vaccine
03/21/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:284
You may be hearing a lot about measles lately. And all of this news on TV, social media, Internet, newspapers and magazines may leave you wondering what you as a...
Read moreIs Having Great Teeth Just a Matter of Luck??
03/19/2019 (Sandy Holifield, RDH, EFDA) Hits:194
In celebration of the luck o’ the Irish, who have a stereotype of not brushing their teeth, we wanted to discuss where your oral health REALLY comes from! https://www.irishcentral.com/news/pan-european-survey-helps-to-confirm-unfortunate-irish-teeth-stereotype-170012526-237528801 According to the...
Read moreFree CERT Class Offered in April
03/19/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:188
CERT is a Community Emergency Response Team group of organized and trained volunteer disaster workers that operates at the neighborhood level. They are prepared to be self-sustaining for five days following a large...
Read moreNational Nutrition Month 2019
03/06/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:248
March is National Nutrition Month. We would like to recognize our Nutritionist, Paula Rose for all the work she does in the community teaching healthy lifestyle standards.
Read moreSafety Tips During a Tornado Threat
03/05/2019 (Ste Genevive County Health Department) Hits:215
Pick a safe place in your home where family members could gather during a tornado. The safest place to be is underground, or as low to the ground as possible,...
Read moreThe Dangers of Smoking in Pregnancy
03/04/2019 (Diana Giesler, RN) Hits:210
Pregnancy complications: Smoking is known to increase the chance of an ectopic pregnancy, a condition in which the fetus develops outside the uterus. The fertilized egg attaches to other organs...
Read moreTaste of Nutrition Program
03/04/2019 (Ste Genevieve County Health Department) Hits:248
March is National Nutrition Month. March into the Health Department when our Nutritionist, Paula Rose, will host a special event highlighting a sampling of nutritious snack foods while answering any...
Read moreAging With Taste in 2019
03/04/2019 (Paula Rose, Nutritionist) Hits:285
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...
Read moreFree Friends and Family CPR Class 3-19-2019
03/01/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:319
Family and Friends CPR CLASS Ste. Genevieve County Health Department will be offering American Heart Association Heartsaver “Family and Friends” CPR classes on Tuesday, March 19, 2019; 1 pm to 4...
Read moreClosed Today Due to Weather and Road Conditions
02/28/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:217
After reviewing the road conditions, and accident reports, we are going to remain closed today.
Read moreWeather SpotterTraining Class Cancelled
02/18/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:237
The Weather Spotter Training class scheduled for tomorrow evening has been cancelled by the National Weather Service due to the adverse weather conditions expected to arrive in the area late tomorrow...
Read moreClosed in Observance of President's Day February 1…
02/15/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:215
The Health Department will be closed Monday, February 18, 2019 in observance of Presidnt's Day. We will open Tuesday at 8:00 for normal business hours.
Read moreHow to Protect Yourself from HPV
02/15/2019 (Makenzie Hunt, SEMO Nursing Student) Hits:231
How to Protect Yourself from HPV By: Makenzie Hunt, nursing student What is human papillomavirus (HPV)? HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection for teens and young adults. Approximately 80% of people...
Read more4th Annual Caregiver's Conference
02/14/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:271
FREE CONFERENCE FOR CAREGIVERS TO BE OFFERED IN STE. GENEVIEVE MARCH 16, 2019 The fourth annual Ste. Genevieve Caregivers Conference will be held on Saturday, March 16 from 8:30 a.m. to...
Read moreBreastfeeding Friendly Wic Clinic Award 2019
02/14/2019 (Sandra Bell, Administrator) Hits:312
Ste. Genevieve County Health Department WIC staff were presented the “Breastfeeding Friendly WIC Clinic” Award. Our WIC staff provides optimal breastfeeding support and education to all participants. Great job ladies...
Read moreEarthquake Awareness Month 2019
02/14/2019 (Barbara Miller, Emergency Planner) Hits:420
Missouri Earthquake Awareness Month calls attention to risks of New Madrid Seismic Zone Missourians are encouraged to prepare and learn how to respond in case of a large-scale earthquake Southeast Missouri –...
Read moreThe Addiction Crisis No One Is Talking About
02/14/2019 (Stephanie Fairyington, Thrive Global) Hits:298
Stress levels continue to soar in our society — a 2017 Gallup poll found that 8 in 10 Americans consider themselves stressed, and 40 percent of U.S. citizens said they were more anxious...
Read moreRotary Food Drive 2019
Residents have the opportunity to help stock the shelves of the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry on February 15 and 16 at two Ste. Genevieve locations, Country Mart and…
Smoking & Conception
Smoking sometimes hurts people hoping to become parents. It reduces a women’s chance of getting pregnant. Chemicals in smoke interfere with the functioning of the tubes that eggs travel through…
Dangers of Hypertension
About 1 in 3 adults have high blood pressure, or hypertension. This is a serious health condition as it increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. This is why…
Delayed Opening Today January 31, 2019
Due to road and parking lot conditions, the health department will delay opening today until 9:00 am to allow road crews time to safely work on clearing the roads. We…
Winter Car Safety Checklist
Road emergencies can happen to anyone during winter weather. Keeping a winter car kit on-hand can help you get back on the road safely and avoid being stranded. https://on.mo.gov/2CvJgd5
Dangers of Vaping Program Presented to Valle Students
Valle Catholic Middle and High School students attended a presentation on vaping on Wednesday, January 16. Heather Craig spoke to the students on the dangers of... vaping and nicotine. Heather…
Heart Saver CPR and First Aid Class Februrary 4th and 5th 2019
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 February 4th from 5:30 pm to…
Johnsonville Recall January 2019
Johnsonville, LLC Recalls Raw Ground Frozen Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Flavored Pork Patty Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2019 – Johnsonville, LLC, a Sheboygan Falls,…
Teen Vaping
Is it a flash drive or a Juul attached to your child’s computer? Look closely because it could actually be a Juul, a type of electronic cigarette, the most popular…
