Iron County Health Department-Missouri

08/11/2023

Back to School is here!
Don't forget to mark vaccines off your to-do list!
Call 573.546.7121 for more information.

08/11/2023

08/10/2023

08/09/2023

Do you have a child needing vaccines for back to school?

Call 573.546.7121 to make an appointment. Walk-ins accepted.

08/07/2023

Are you up to date on your COVID vaccines?
Come see us today 9 AM- 4 PM

08/05/2023

One hour remaining! Many items left come check it out. All items are available on a donation basis.

08/04/2023

‼️TODAY‼️
Come see us 8 AM- 4PM!!
Located inside the Health Department.🚨

08/04/2023

Vaccines aren't just for babies, make sure your teen is up to date on their vaccines as well. If your child is entering 8th or 12th grade they may be due for vaccines.

08/03/2023

Boost your immune system before you go back to campus.

08/02/2023

We are sending out a big THANK YOU to Hershel and Janet Smick for the diaper donation!

This comes to us at a great time as we kick off our 2nd Annual Baby Pantry Yard Sale!

Donations are always appreciated and accepted.

08/02/2023

Does your child need vaccines before they head back to school?

07/31/2023

So, what is Hepatitis? In short, it's inflammation of the liver, and it's often caused by a virus. There are three types of hepatitis in the U.S.: A, B, and C.

Hepatitis symptoms can often go unnoticed, even for weeks, months, or decades.

It's crucial to get vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B (there is no available vaccine for Hepatitis C). Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/abc/index.htm.

07/31/2023

Looking for a cool snack to get through the hot summer days? These frozen yogurt pops will help keep your kids hydrated and nourished!

Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients:
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 banana
• 1 cup frozen berries
• 2 tablespoons honey
**Caution** Never serve honey to children under the age of one.

Instructions:
• Peel and slice banana.
• Place yogurt, banana, berries and honey in blender or food processor.
• Blend until smooth.
• Divide evenly between paper cups.
• Cover cups with aluminum foil and pierce in the center with popsicle sticks. Foil will hold sticks in place.
• Freeze 4-5 hours or until solid.

Find more yummy recipes on wichealth.org!

07/28/2023

Public Safety Fun Day!

Come out and enjoy all the public safety vehicles that we have to offer when in need of help here in the community!

Friday, July 28th at 6 p.m. at the Arcadia Valley High School parking lot.

We will have on display fire trucks, police cars and ambulances for you to look at and ask questions. We will also have the fire trucks pumping water for the kids and kids at heart to play in!

And, if you’re hungry, there will be a couple food trucks on-site.

07/27/2023

**FREE Sports and Band physicals available August 1-4. All MS and HS athletes AND band members MUST have a physical on file to participate in practices, competitions, and parades. Physicals are good for 2 years!! If you are due for a new physical the new MSHSAA physical form MUST be used. (Link below) They can also be picked up in the MS/HS office.

https://www.mshsaa.org/resources/SportsMedicine/MSHSAA-PPE-MH-SSMB.pdf

07/25/2023

Before they meet their newest BFFs, make sure they’re caught up on their routine vaccines. Help protect them from preventable diseases like measles, polio, and whooping cough by scheduling an appointment with their doctor today. More: https://bit.ly/3N4QcCf

07/21/2023

School is about a month away. Catch up on those vaccines before the rush in August! Only a few more days to get a FREE pool pass when you get your vaccines.

07/19/2023

Did you know that if you have a child entering Preschool, Kindergarten, 8th, & 12th grade there may be immunizations they need before they can attend?

Is your child up-to-date on immunizations?
Beat the back to school rush and get a pool pass!!

07/17/2023

Get your helmets and knee pads ready! By three years old, children might be able to pedal a tricycle! This is one of the movement developmental milestones for a three-year-old. To see more milestones for a three-year-old, visit https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/milestones-3yr.html.

07/14/2023

They'll be headed back to school before we know it!
Don't forget to make sure they are up to date on their required vaccines.
Call today (573) 546-7121.

JULY ONLY BACK TO SCHOOL VACCINES= 1 DAY POOL PASS

07/13/2023

In 2021, 29 children drowned in Missouri. Of the 29 children who drowned, 13 were age 4 or younger, four were 5-9 years old, seven were 10-14, and five were ages 15-17.

Always make sure that a responsible, attentive adult is ACTIVELY monitoring child who are playing in or near water. Drowning is silent, so being present isn’t enough. Be AWARE.

07/13/2023

WIC is for pregnant women. WIC provides healthy foods and nutrition counseling to help ensure healthy pregnancies and births for moms and infants!

The amount and types of food you eat is an important part of a healthy pregnancy and birth.
• Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
• Make at least half your grains whole grains.
• Move to low-fat or fat-free milk.
• Vary your protein routine.

Learn more at https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/Tips_for_Pregnant_Women_English.pdf.

07/11/2023