2017 News Releases

Dec. 29, 2017
State health department advises Missourians to take precautions against bitter cold temperatures

Dec. 18, 2017
Don't bring bed bugs home this holiday season

Dec. 14, 2017
Hepatitis A case identified in Dexter, MO

Dec. 13, 2017
State completes nine opioid summits with significant community engagement

Dec. 13, 2017
Update: Public health response to Bourbon virus

Dec. 04, 2017
Flu season hitting hard in Missouri

Nov. 20, 2017
Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services director joins board of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials

Oct. 30, 2017
First Meeting of the Missouri Women's Health Council

Oct. 26, 2017
National Drug Take Back Day Saturday October 28

Oct. 17, 2017
#MoFightsOpioids - fighting the crisis on multiple fronts

Oct. 12, 2017
Adoptees will soon be able to request original birth certificates

Oct. 10, 2017
Why worry about the flu in Australia? It could save your life.

Sep. 20, 2017
Public health response to Bourbon virus

Aug. 28, 2017
New measures in fight against opioid crisis take effect today

Aug. 24, 2017
Keeping children healthy: back-to-school immunizations

Aug. 16, 2017
Eye Safety is Critical during Upcoming Eclipse

Jul. 31, 2017
Department of Health and Senior Services Announces Public Rule Review Process to Streamline State Regulations

Jul. 21, 2017
Drug disposal pouches donated to keep drugs off streets

Jul. 17, 2017
Missourians are dying every day from opioid overdoses

Jul. 03, 2017
Safely remove mold to protect health

Jun. 30, 2017
Bourbon virus and other tick-borne diseases in Missouri

Jun. 16, 2017
Weekend temperatures soar as Missouri prepares for Summer Weather Safety Week, June 18-24

Jun. 05, 2017
Online map will help families locate local summer food programs

May. 31, 2017
Statement from the Director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

May. 11, 2017
Missouri Department of Health and Services announces fees for vital records will be waived in flood affected counties

May. 05, 2017
'When in doubt, throw it out,' Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services urges regarding food stored near flood water

May. 03, 2017
Be careful returning to flood-damaged homes, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services says

May. 02, 2017
Flood water continues to pose serious risks, potential drowning, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services warns

Feb. 03, 2017
State seeking organizations to serve meals to children during summer months