Daviess County Health Department

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📢 Registration for our annual Mental Health Matters 5K is now open! We hope you join us as we spread awareness and promo...
06/23/2026

📢 Registration for our annual Mental Health Matters 5K is now open! We hope you join us as we spread awareness and promote a great cause because mental health really does matter!
👉 Register at this link: https://forms.gle/9bPCKDASEa4syiwf6
OR
👉 Call our office at 660-663-2414.
This event is FREE. All ages are welcome!
📍 Jamesport City Park
708 S. Broadway Street
Jamesport, MO 64648
Preregistered participants are guaranteed a free t-shirt IF registered by July 11th! Supplies will be limited after.

💚 We are also accepting sponsors! The $100 sponsorship includes your name/logo on the back of our custom t-shirts, advertising, and verbal recognitions. Call 660-663-2414 if you are interested in supporting this event.

We hope to see you there!
https://forms.gle/9bPCKDASEa4syiwf6

💜 June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 💜More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, and mi...
06/22/2026

💜 June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 💜

More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, and millions of family members and friends provide care and support every day. This month, we honor those affected by Alzheimer's, remember those we've lost, and raise awareness about the importance of brain health.

🧠 Know the warning signs.
🧠 Stay physically and mentally active.
🧠 Support caregivers and families.
🧠 Help advance research and awareness.

By learning more and sharing information, we can work together toward a future without Alzheimer's disease.

Join us in wearing purple this month and showing your support for the Alzheimer's community. 💜

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in ...
06/18/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

We will resume normal hours on Monday, June 22. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Juneteenth!

🧠💜 June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 💜🧠If you know someone who is repeating questions or forgetting informatio...
06/09/2026

🧠💜 June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 💜🧠
If you know someone who is repeating questions or forgetting information, appearing confused about time or place, misplacing items, or having trouble finding the right words, consider speaking to a healthcare provider.

06/05/2026

UPDATE 6/5/26 @1:30pm Internet is restored.

🚨 INTERNET OUTAGE 🚨 6/5/2025
Our office internet is currently out, due to this our phones are also unavailable. At this time, we cannot schedule appointments or look up any records which also means we are also unable to print birth/death certificates. We will update once we are restored.

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

🌎 Happy World Environmental Day! 🌿Today, we would like to recognize the importance of protecting our environment and pro...
06/05/2026

🌎 Happy World Environmental Day! 🌿

Today, we would like to recognize the importance of protecting our environment and promoting healthier communities for generations to come.

We also want to give a huge shoutout and heartfelt thank you to our Environmentalist, C**t Bohannon, for the incredible work he does every single day. Covering not just one county, but THREE counties in NW Missouri keeps him busy and pulled in every direction- yet he continues to handle it all with professionalism, dedication, and a positive attitude. 👏

A lot of the work he does often goes unnoticed, but it plays a major role in keeping our communities safe and healthy. From sewer permits and regulations to inspections, environmental safety, public health education, and responding to concerns throughout the counties he serves, his work behind the scenes truly matters every day. 🌱

Thank you, C**t, for all you do for Daviess, Grundy and Harrison County. Your hard work and commitment do not go unnoticed! 💚

The new school year is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to make sure your child's vaccinations are up...
06/03/2026

The new school year is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to make sure your child's vaccinations are up to date. Call 660-663-2414 to schedule your child's back to school immunization appointment.

🌡️🔥 Can You Spot the Difference? Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke 🔥🌡️Summer is here, and so is the Missouri heat! ☀️ Whet...
06/02/2026

🌡️🔥 Can You Spot the Difference? Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke 🔥🌡️

Summer is here, and so is the Missouri heat! ☀️
Whether you're mowing the lawn, working outside, heading to the ball field, or enjoying the lake, it's important to know when the heat becomes dangerous.

🥵 HEAT EXHAUSTION
Watch for:
✅ Heavy sweating
✅ Dizziness or headache
✅ Weakness or fatigue
✅ Nausea
✅ Cool, pale, clammy skin

👉 Move to a cool place, sip water, and rest.

🚨 HEAT STROKE — A MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Watch for:
❌ Body temperature of 103°F or higher
❌ Confusion or unusual behavior
❌ Hot, red skin
❌ Loss of consciousness

☎️ Call 911 immediately if someone shows signs of heat stroke.

💧 Stay Safe in the Heat:
✔️ Drink water regularly—even if you're not thirsty
✔️ Take breaks in the shade or air conditioning
✔️ Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing
✔️ Avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.)
✔️ Never leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked vehicle

🐶 Fun fact: On an 85°F day, the temperature inside a parked car can reach over 100°F in just 10 minutes!

💬 Tell us: What's your favorite way to stay cool during the summer?

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Heat & Health Program and National Weather Service Heat Safety Resources.

05/27/2026

REQUEST FOR BIDS
Lawn Care & Landscaping

The Daviess County Health Department is accepting bids for lawn care and landscaping services for department property maintenance. Services will include regular lawn mowing, trimming, edging, and general landscaping maintenance, as well as additional landscaping services on an as-needed basis.
The selected contractor will be expected to provide reliable and professional grounds maintenance throughout the service period and maintain the property in a clean, safe, and presentable condition.

Interested parties may obtain additional information by contacting the Daviess County Health Department administrator, RaCail King, at 660-663-2414. Bids may be submitted by email to [email protected] or in person at 609A S. Main St. Gallatin, MO 64640. Bids must be submitted no later than June 8th.

The Daviess County Health Department reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding process when deemed to be in the best interest of the department.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Equal Opportunity Contracting Entity

🔆😎Summer is a busy time for everyone but make sure you take a few moments to protect yourselves and your kids. 🏖️May is ...
05/26/2026

🔆😎Summer is a busy time for everyone but make sure you take a few moments to protect yourselves and your kids. 🏖️
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the most common form of cancer in the United States. Let's emphasize on protecting skin, recognizing warning signs, and getting annual skin checks.
☀️Key Prevention and Awareness Tips:
-Use Sunscreen: Apply a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher daily.
-Seek Shade: Avoid direct sun exposure, particularly between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
-Wear Protection: Wear UV-blocking sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, and sun-protective clothing.
-Check Skin: Perform monthly self-exams to look for new or changing spots, and see a dermatologist yearly.

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609A S Main Street
Gallatin, MO
64640

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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