Mercer County Health Department

05/28/2026

Here is our June Calendar! It is a busy month - if you need services, we recommend calling ahead so that we can better serve you. Call for an appointment, especially for those lab draws and Immunizations! We have many events, staff out for training, other events, and vacations. Plan ahead, and so will we!!

05/28/2026

Ouch… it happens! 🐝

Bites and stings are common in the summer, especially when kids are playing outside.
Most cause redness, swelling, and itching… but some reactions can be more serious.
Knowing what to do can make all the difference.

👉 Want more summer safety tips?
https://missouripoisoncenter.org/poison-prevention-tips-for-summer/
Stay tuned for more ☀️👀

📞 Call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222
Free, fast, and available 24/7.

05/27/2026

STI testing available - please call for an appointment.

660-748-3630

FREE $20 gift cards to Casey's available.

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Sign up - if you have a 15-year-old, this is a wonderful program - sign up Today!!

The First Impact program empowers parents and teens to work together to build safe driving habits from the very beginning. It’s not just about learning the rules of the road—it’s about creating a foundation of trust, awareness, and responsibility.

✅ Encourages parent-teen communication about driving expectations
✅ Helps teens understand real-life risks and consequences
✅ Promotes safer decision-making behind the wheel
✅ Builds confidence for both new drivers and their families

The things we talk about before a teen gets behind the wheel can make all the difference. Let’s protect our young drivers by guiding them, supporting them, and leading by example.

Here is the link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA5A92CA3FDC16-64224225-keeping #/

💬 Start the conversation today—it could make the road safer for everyone.

05/26/2026

🚶‍♂️ Just walk—it’s one of the easiest ways to feel better every day! 🌞

You don’t need an intense workout to improve your health. A simple daily walk can:
💚 Strengthen your heart
🧠 Clear your mind and reduce stress
⚡ Boost your energy and mood
💪 Support weight management
😴 Help you sleep more soundly

Even a short 20-minute walk can make a big difference over time. Plus, it’s free, flexible, and something you can do anywhere!
So, lace up your shoes, step outside, and take time for yourself today—you deserve it. 🌿✨

05/26/2026

It’s important to know the heart attack symptoms common in women. If you experience any warning signs, call 911 right away.

05/22/2026

Our next BP clinic will be on Friday, June 5, at the Senior Center, 11-11:30 am.

05/20/2026

Before you go outdoors:

Know where to expect ticks. Ticks live in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas, or even on animals. Spending time outside walking your dog, camping, gardening, or hunting could bring you in close contact with ticks. Many people get ticks in their own yard or neighborhood.

Treat clothing and gear with products containing 0.5% permethrin. Permethrin can be used to treat boots, clothing and camping gear and remain protective through several washings. Alternatively, you can buy permethrin-treated clothing and gear.

Avoid contact with ticks. Avoid wooded and brushy areas with high grass and leaf litter. Walk in the center of trails.

Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE), para-menthane-diol (PMD), or 2-undecanone. EPA's helpful search tool can help you find the product that best suits your needs. Always follow product instructions. Do not use products containing OLE or PMD on children under 3 years old. When used as directed, EPA-registered insect repellents are proven safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

If you are using sunscreen, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/prevention/index.html