Ralls County Health Department

Ralls County Health Department Achieving quality of life in Ralls County by valuing health and safety

📚✏️ WHY A BACK-TO-SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE? ✏️📚The Ralls County Health Department collects school supplies and monetary donat...
06/01/2026

📚✏️ WHY A BACK-TO-SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE? ✏️📚

The Ralls County Health Department collects school supplies and monetary donations to help provide FREE school supplies to local students and families in our community!

We understand that many families are facing financial struggles, and the cost of school supplies can place an added burden on households already trying to make ends meet. Our goal is to help ease that stress and ensure every child starts the school year prepared and confident. ❤️

Thanks to the generosity of our community:
🎒 We provided 63 bags of school supplies for the 2024–2025 school year
🎒 We provided 47 bags of school supplies for the 2025–2026 school year

It is important to us to continue supporting the families and children in our community through a school supply event, and we will need your help to make it possible again this year!

🖍️ Needed items include:
• Backpacks
• Notebooks & folders
• Pencils, pens & crayons
• Glue sticks & scissors
• Markers & colored pencils
• Loose leaf paper
• Hand sanitizer & tissues
• And other classroom essentials!

💵 Monetary donations are also welcome and will be used to purchase additional school supplies for students in need.

This year we will be collecting School Supplies during the months of June and July! Donations of school supplies or monetary donations may be dropped off at our office Monday-Thursday from 8am-5pm.

Together, we can help local students start the school year ready to learn and succeed. Thank you for continuing to support the children and families of Ralls County! 🍎

📢 Office Closure Notice ‼️The Health Department will be closed all day on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, as our staff particip...
05/27/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice ‼️

The Health Department will be closed all day on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, as our staff participates in Youth Mental Health First Aid training. This important training helps equip our team with tools to better support youth in our community.

We will reopen on Thursday, June 4, 2026, for normal business hours.

Thank you for your understanding!

🎉 Why, How, What – New London Park Days 🎉The Ralls County Health Department loves participating in New London Park Days ...
05/25/2026

🎉 Why, How, What – New London Park Days 🎉

The Ralls County Health Department loves participating in New London Park Days because we enjoy supporting our community, local events, and the many organizations and agencies that make our area special.

This event gives us the opportunity to connect with community members, share information about the services we provide, and offer educational resources that help keep our community healthy and informed.

So how do we do that?
We set up a booth at New London Park Days almost every year! (We missed last year because we were moving into our new location.) At our booth, you can:

✔️ Learn about the services we offer
✔️ Get helpful health education information
✔️ Ask questions and speak with our staff
✔️ Pick up a few goodies while you’re there!

What can you do?
Come out and support New London Park Days on June 5–6, 2026, and be sure to stop by and see us on Saturday, June 6! Meet some of our employees, ask questions, and learn more about the services your local health department offers.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, June 6th! 😊

🚨**Reminder**🚨Our office will be closed today for Memorial Day. We appreciate every single person who has served and die...
05/25/2026

🚨**Reminder**🚨

Our office will be closed today for Memorial Day. We appreciate every single person who has served and died in our military services.

We will be back in office tomorrow, May 26th.

Thank you!

Just a reminder that our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th, 2026.We will return to...
05/18/2026

Just a reminder that our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th, 2026.

We will return to office on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026.

Be sure to take some time to remember those who served and died in our military services. We appreciate every single person who has served.

Today marks Kim Keith's 15 YEAR work-a-versary! Kim is our WIC Coordinator and is a secretary in the front office.Please...
05/18/2026

Today marks Kim Keith's 15 YEAR work-a-versary! Kim is our WIC Coordinator and is a secretary in the front office.

Please help us send her a big thank you for helping serve our community! We appreciate all that you do for us and the community, Kim!

Please check out this attached flyer with a great training opportunity for LPHA staff- Youth Mental Health First Aid (YM...
05/18/2026

Please check out this attached flyer with a great training opportunity for LPHA staff- Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) training on June 3. This training is being offered at no cost, funded through the Public Health Infrastructure Grant.

Youth Mental Health First Aid equips participants with the skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among youth. This is a valuable opportunity for staff who interact with young people or want to better support youth in their communities.

Training Details:
Date: June 3, 9am-3pm
Cost: Free
Location: Virtual

Registration Link: https://mhfamissouri.org/lpha/

💉 IMMUNIZATIONS—keeping you one step ahead of preventable disease!Have you ever heard a mother speak up for vaccines aft...
05/18/2026

💉 IMMUNIZATIONS—keeping you one step ahead of preventable disease!

Have you ever heard a mother speak up for vaccines after losing her child to a disease that could have been prevented? Or heard a former athlete share how meningitis changed their life in what felt like overnight? These are real stories.

When we understand what preventable diseases can take from people—the fear, the hospital stays, the missed moments, and families holding on to hope—it reminds us why making vaccines easy to access is so important.

DID YOU KNOW the health department helps keep vaccines safe? We also work with a vaccine registry to track which vaccines people have received, giving healthcare providers quick and accurate access to that information.

For many people, vaccines are more than a medical service. They mean safety, stability, and the chance to live life without the worry of preventable disease. For others, feelings about vaccines may not be so simple.

That’s why we take time to listen. We want each person to feel respected, heard, and supported.

Sometimes, stories about vaccine risks can cause fear or uncertainty. How do we handle those situations? We provide clear, fact-based information and take time to listen and answer questions. We support people in making confident decisions by giving them the time, space, and information they need.

WE VALUE OUR COMMUNITY AND WOULD LOVE YOUR HELP!

Learn how to spot vaccine misinformation and understand the facts so you can make informed choices for yourself and your family. Encourage others to reach out when they have concerns. Join us in making sure vaccines are available to everyone—regardless of income or social status—and easy to access.

💡 Have an idea for an immunization clinic? Maybe at your workplace, a church event, or another location in the community.

We would love to hear from you—email your ideas to [email protected]

Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible nurses who serve our community with compassion, dedication, and...
05/13/2026

Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible nurses who serve our community with compassion, dedication, and strength. Your commitment to caring for others- often in the most challenging moments—does not go unnoticed.

Thank you to Carrie Fogle, Jessica Schindler, Shelly Taylor and Eva Erby for the hours, the comforting words, and the lifesaving work you do each and every day. You are truly the heart of public health.

Join us in showing appreciation for our amazing nurses today and every day! 👩‍⚕️

Hello, I’m Eric Murfin, and I’m proud to serve our community through the CCHC Program at the Ralls County Health Departm...
05/11/2026

Hello, I’m Eric Murfin, and I’m proud to serve our community through the CCHC Program at the Ralls County Health Department.

The Child Care Health Consultation (CCHC) Program is a partnership between the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and local public health agencies. Our mission is simple: to help ensure children from newborn through kindergarten age are cared for in the safest and healthiest environments possible.

I strongly believe that children develop significantly in their early years, and that building a strong foundation can lead to healthy habits that last a lifetime. As a father of four, I place the needs of children and families in our community at the highest priority.

What I enjoy most about this program is the opportunity to support both child care providers and families. Whether it’s providing health and safety consultations, offering training opportunities, or promoting healthy habits for children, every interaction is a chance to make a positive impact on a child’s future.

I encourage daycare providers throughout our community to partner with the CCHC Program to better support the children in their care. Together, we can continue creating safe, healthy, and supportive environments where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Thank you to all the child care providers, families, and community partners who work every day to support the health and well-being of our youngest community members.

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16369 Business 61
New London, MO
63459

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

Website

https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/frauddatalinks/nondiscrimination

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