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Protect Yourself and Others from Tick Bites
Two minutes is all it takes to prevent tick bites and tick borne illnesses by applying insect repellant while enjoying the outdoors this Memorial Day weekend. The upcoming Memorial Day Weekend gives Missourians a chance to honor those who have lost their lives serving our country and many of us will spend time outdoors attending…
Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, Stay Informed
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is urging everyone to prepare for summer heat by staying cool, staying hydrated and staying informed. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The heat and humidity of Missouri can affect everyone, but can be especially dangerous to small children, the elderly and the chronically ill. Each year many Missourians…
WIC Press Release
Kirksville, MO- Although the federal government shutdown has been announced, the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, known as WIC, will remain in operation in Missouri. The Adair County WIC agency has been notified that there is sufficient funding to continue Missouri WIC operations in the event of a federal government shutdown. The…
Influenza Information
Influenza is widespread in Adair County with 51 cases reported during December 2017 and 192 cases reported during January 2018. Precautions the public should take are as follows: See your physician or health care provider should you feel sick and/or have flu symptoms: Fever and chills Cough Sore throat\Runny and stuffy nose Muscle or body…
WIC 2019 News Release
The Adair County Health Department is pleased to be able to continue offering nutritional education services and support to nearly 700 women, infants and children through the Adair County WIC Program thanks to a renewed contract and funding from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. WIC (the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women,…
The Health Department Needs Your Help!
The Adair County Health Department is conducting a community assessment, to help us determine the direction we need to take with our next Maternal Child Health grant. With this program, we can work together to strive toward a greater quality of health care services to the community. We are asking for your help on this…
2017 OPIOID Summit
Tue, November 7, 2017 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM CST To register or to get more information please click here.
Solar Eclipse Safety-ACHD Glasses Recalled
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Solar eclipse glasses purchased by the Health Department through Amazon have been recalled. Community members that acquired glasses from the health department are being advised to not wear them during the eclipse. Click here to read the official news release from Jim LeBaron, Adair County Health Department Administrator. Your eye health is important…
Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
Heat related illnesses are no joke and prevention is key in order to avoid health problems during extremely hot temperatures. Be smart about outdoor activities. Toughness has nothing to do with protecting yourself against the heat and sun. You are not a wimp if you take water breaks, wear sunscreen, and limited your time outside…in fact you are staying…
NEMO Fair Food Safety
A big part of summer for many people is attending the annual NEMO Fair. One of the biggest draws to the event, aside from the entertainment and carnival rides, is the many different types of foods and drinks available. Foodborne illnesses increase during the summer months, making it even more important to follow food safety steps. There…
