Ralls County Health Department

09/05/2026

Today is Jamie's Birthday!

Jamie is the WIC nutritionist here at the Ralls County Health Department. Today we are shouting "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" from the Ralls County Health Department!

Help us make Jamie feel special and send her some wonderful birthday wishes!

09/04/2026

Drinking alone most nights? Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, stressed, or like you’re struggling to cope?

That’s a reason.

You don't have to be thinking about su***de or experiencing a crisis to contact the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Lifeline is available to anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, substance-use concerns, loneliness, relationship difficulties, or other challenges.

📱 Call or text 988
💻 Chat at 988lifeline.org
🕐 Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
🆓 Free and confidential

Reaching out for support doesn't mean you have to have everything figured out. Sometimes, the first step is simply talking to someone.

Whatever your reason. Your reason is reason enough. 💜

09/03/2026

Sometimes anxiety doesn’t have a clear explanation. You may not even have a name for what you’re feeling and that’s okay.

Feeling overwhelmed, worried, scared, restless, or emotionally exhausted can be difficult to manage on your own. You don't need to have the “right” words or a specific reason to ask for support. You don't have to wait until things become overwhelming to reach out.

📱 Call or text 988
💬 Chat with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
🕐 Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Whatever you're going through, your reason is enough. Take a moment today to check in with yourself and check in on someone you care about. Sometimes simply asking, “How are you really doing?” can make a difference. 💜

09/03/2026

Smoking increases your risk for various diseases earlier in life. Lower your risk by letting Missouri To***co Quit Services support your next quit attempt.

For free help to quit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669). Language options available.

09/02/2026

Strength doesn't always look like pushing through.
Sometimes it's resting.
Sometimes it's asking for help.
Sometimes it's just making it to tomorrow.

Whatever today looks like for you, you're doing enough. 💜

09/02/2026

Reminder!!

09/01/2026

Today marks Eric Murfin's 3 YEAR work-a-versary! Eric is our Emergency Preparedness Planner here at the Ralls County Health Department.

Please help us send him a big thank you for helping serve our community and for always keeping us informed and safe! We appreciate all that you do for us and the community, Eric!

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

Narcan Saves Lives!
Because Overdose Doesn’t Discriminate!

Narcan (naloxone) isn’t “just for drug addicts.” It’s for anyone who may experience an opioid overdose including someone you know, someone you love, or even a stranger.

A pill found at a park.
A counterfeit medication.
A drink or substance that was unexpectedly contaminated.
An accidental medication error.
Someone taking a medication they thought was safe.

You don’t have to know someone’s history to save their life.

Having naloxone available means you have the ability to respond when seconds matter. It is safe to administer when an opioid overdose is suspected and can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, giving emergency medical services time to arrive.

👉 Carry it. Know how to use it. Don’t be afraid to use it.
👉 Call 911 whenever an overdose is suspected.
👉 Never assume it “couldn’t happen here” or “couldn’t happen to them.”

Narcan is for ANYONE. Because accidents don’t discriminate. And being prepared can save a life!

✨ Remember, we have Narcan available here at the Ralls County Health Department!

08/31/2026

Stronger together! Healthier together! Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) to start your journey to making your community healthier.