Daviess County Health Department

09/04/2026

🚨 OFFICE CLOSURE

Due to an unexpected water outage, our office will be closing for the remainder of the day.

Without running water, we are unable to safely maintain normal office operations or provide appropriate restroom and handwashing facilities for our staff and visitors.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We will reopen on Tuesday at 8AM, have a healthy and safe holiday weekend.

If you have a public health emergency, you can reach the administrator at 660-663-9772.

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

Due to the scheduled citywide water shutoff, we will be closing at 1pm on Thursday, September 3.

We apologize for any inconvenience. We will reopen for normal business on Friday, September 4 at 8am.

If you have a public health emergency, you can reach the administrator at 660-663-9772.

We appreciate your understanding 💙

09/02/2026

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications in children and immunocompromised individuals. Vaccination is the best protection for you and your family. If you're unsure if your child is up to date with their vaccines, call the Daviess County Health Department at 660-663-2414, and ensure you are protected from this preventable disease.

08/26/2026

🚲🛴 BACK TO SCHOOL = SHARE THE ROAD! 🚌🚗

School is back in session, which means more kids and teens are walking, biking, riding e-bikes and using scooters around our communities.

A few important reminders for riders:
➡️ Ride with traffic and stay to the right when safe.
🛑 Obey stop signs and traffic signals.
👀 Look both ways and never assume a driver sees you.
💡 Use lights and reflectors when riding after dark.
🪖 Always wear a properly fitted helmet.
📵 Put phones away and stay alert.
⚡ In Missouri, riders must be 16 or older to operate a Class 3 e-bike.

Drivers: Slow down, stay alert, give riders plenty of space and always watch for children in neighborhoods and school zones. 🚗

Whether you walk, pedal, ride or drive, we all have a part in keeping our roads safe! 💛

🔗 Parents can learn more about Missouri bicycle and pedestrian safety and Rules of the Road through MoDOT:
https://www.modot.org/bicycle-and-pedestrian-links

🔗 Want to read the legal guidance for ebikes specifically? Missouri’s statute can be found here:
https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=307.194

08/20/2026

💦Choose Kindness Splash Day

😎 We had such a fun time at the Gallatin City pool! Thank you to everyone who came out, joined in the fun, and helped us spread a little extra kindness throughout our community.

🎉 A special thank you to the City Pool for partnering with us to make this event possible! We appreciate you opening your doors and helping us create a fun opportunity to bring our community together around such an important message.

📌 And remember, our *Choose Kindness Challenge* doesn’t end with Splash Day! We challenge everyone to look for simple ways to choose kindness every day. A kind word, a helping hand, or including someone who feels left out can make a bigger difference than you know. Complete our challenge card, bring it back to us to receive a free gift and photo on our wall!

08/17/2026

🤱💛 Breastfeeding: A Healthy Start for Baby & Mom! 💛🤱

Breastfeeding is one of the best gifts you can give your baby! 🌟 It provides the perfect nutrition while supporting healthy growth and development.

✨ Benefits for Baby:
🍼 Complete nutrition for the first 6 months
🛡️ Helps build a strong immune system
🧠 Supports healthy brain development
❤️ Promotes bonding with mom
🤧 May reduce the risk of ear infections, asthma, allergies, and other illnesses

✨ Benefits for Mom:
💖 Helps your body recover after childbirth
👶 Strengthens the bond with your baby
🩺 May lower the risk of breast and ovarian cancers
💪 Can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure
💰 Convenient, always available, and budget-friendly

🌼 Remember: Breastfeeding is a learning experience for both mom and baby. Every family's journey is different, and that's okay! Whether you're just getting started or need extra support, you're not alone. 💕

🤝 WIC is here to help!
The Daviess County Health Department WIC Program offers:
✅ Breastfeeding education
✅ Nutrition education
✅ Healthy foods for moms and babies
✅ Referrals to additional community resources

📍 Daviess County Health Department
Gallatin, MO
📞 660-663-2414

💙 We're here to support healthy moms, healthy babies, and healthy families!

08/13/2026

💉 Your immunization records, right at your fingertips!

Missouri DHSS has made it easier to access your personal and family immunization records through the Docket® app. Docket connects with ShowMeVax (Missouri's immunization registry) so you can quickly view your records, keep track of recommended immunizations, and access records when you need them.

* Keep in mind, Missouri does not have a legal mandate for providers to report to the ShowMeVax registry; therefore, you may or may not have a record on file, or it may be a partial record.

📱 Download the free Docket app, create an account, and search for your records. It’s quick, convenient, and easy to use!

Check out the link below to learn how to get started. 👇

https://health.mo.gov/prevention/wellness-prevention/immunizations/tips-locating-maintaining-and-storing-immunization-records

08/10/2026

💙🏊‍♀️ CHOOSE KINDNESS SPLASH DAY! 🍧☀️
Join us for a FREE swim day as we celebrate the end of summer and get ready for a great school year!

📅 Friday, August 14, 2026
📍 Gallatin City Pool
🏊 FREE SWIMMING ALL DAY for everyone!

Our staff will be there between 12pm and 2pm
🍧 FREE snow cones
🎁 Fun freebies
💙 Our brand new Choose Kindness Challenge
- Complete 8 out of 10 simple acts of kindness during the first few weeks of school, then bring your completed card to office to receive a FREE gift!

😄 Kindness has the power to brighten someone's day, build friendships, and make our schools and community even stronger. We hope you'll join us as we kick off what we hope becomes a fun new tradition in Daviess County!

We can't wait to see you at the pool! ☀️💦

08/07/2026

💉 Every little sting stops many bad things! 💉

A big thank you to Gallatin Bright Futures for inviting us to be part of their Back to School Bazaar! We enjoyed spending time with families and helping our community get ready for another school year. 📚✏️

As the first day of school gets closer, don’t forget to check those vaccination records!

📞 Give us a call to schedule your appointment and make sure your child is ready before school starts!

Here’s to a happy and healthy school year! 🍎🎒