Polk County Health Center

08/31/2026

Happy last day of August!

Join us this Thursday for our monthly meeting! 📚 In the spirit of back to school season, we will be hearing from local administrators in Polk County. They will share updates about their schools and what to expect in the upcoming school year.

👋 See you Thursday, September 3rd, at Bolivar First Assembly - BFA at 7:30 am! In case you forgot, there is always breakfast! 🍩

08/31/2026

Unfortunately, we'll experience extreme heat this week.
We're expecting daily highs in the middle to upper 90s, with a few locations around 100.
Maximum heat index values will be around 100 to 105. We'll have minimal overnight relief with lows in the middle to upper 70s.
Stay cool and hydrated this week!

Daily highs in the middle to upper 90s, with a few locations around 100. Maximum heat index values around 100 to 105. Minimal overnight relief with lows in the middle to upper 70s. Stay cool and hydrated this week!

08/27/2026

Missouri, we need to talk about measles.
We’ve been healthy long enough to forget how devastating this disease really is, but measles hasn’t forgotten us.
Measles is more than "just a rash." It also isn't a simple childhood illness. Measles can cause pneumonia, brain swelling, hospitalization and even death.
Missouri’s vaccination rate is too low to protect our kids. We’re below the 95% needed for herd immunity, which means outbreaks can spread fast in our communities. One measles case can infect 9 out of 10 unvaccinated people, and the virus can hang in the air for up to two hours after someone coughs or sneezes.
Two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine give 97% lifetime protection. Outbreaks are actively happening across the country. If you are not already protected, it's not too late to vaccinate!
We can stop measles. We can protect our kids and our communities.
But we have to act now.
🔁 Please share this post. Tag a friend. Help Missouri stay measles‑free.

08/11/2026

We had an incredible time at our Back to School Extravaganza, helping local students head into the new school with new supplies. Some of our staff handed out folders, wipes, and deodorant sticks. We’re proud to support our community and help students start the school year off right!

08/11/2026

It's back to school season and we are excited to serve our community! Call the Polk County Health Center to get your child scheduled for immunizations today at 417-326-7250 or stop by our office at 1317 W Broadway in Bolivar.

08/10/2026

Did you know that August is National Summer Sun Safety Month? Before going out in the sun remember the six S's of sun safety:
1. Seek shade
2. Slop on sunscreen
3. Slap on a wide brimmed hat
4. Slip on a light colored long sleeve
5. Slide on sunglasses
6. Sip water

For more tips on summer sun safety contact the Polk County Health Center at 417-326-7250 or visit our website at polkcountyhealthcenter.org

08/10/2026

Goal of the week! Drink at least 64 oz of water daily!
For questions or more information contact us at 417-326-7250 or visit our website .org

08/07/2026

Have you ever wondered what are the signs of dehydration? For more information on dehydration visit the Mayo Clinic's website at https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dehydration/symptoms-causes/syc-20354086

OR contact the Polk County Health Center at 417-326-7250 or visit our website at polkcountyhealthcenter.org

08/07/2026

Looking a free lunch for kids under 19? Here's the menu for next week's Summer Lunch program serving free meals Monday - Friday for those 0-18 11:30 - 12:30 at participating locations.

For questions or more information contact the Polk County Health Center at 417-326-7250.

08/06/2026

Thank you to our vendors, donators, and participants that helped us celebrate World Breastfeeding Week! Congratulations to the prize winners!

For more information about World Breastfeeding Week or breastfeeding questions or information call the Polk County Health Center at 417-326-7250 or visit our website at polkcountyhealthcenter.org