National Public Health Week 2022: Celebrating Our Past, Looking to Our Future
If the past two years have shown us anything, it’s that public health is critical to supporting healthy and thriving [...] Read more
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Menstrual Equity in Eastern Jackson County
Lack of access to menstrual or period products, commonly referred to as period poverty, disrupts the lives of millions around [...] Read more
Need Help Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine / Booster? Local Rides & Resources
NOTE: This COVID-19 post is over a year old and may contain outdated information. It has been left up for [...] Read more
What We Know About the Omicron Variant
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COVID-19 Booster Recommended For All Adults Before the Holidays
When the weather gets colder and we start spending most of our time indoors, COVID-19 has more opportunities to spread. […]
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COVID-19 Vaccine Options
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Eligible Missourians Can Now Apply for Medicaid
Starting November 1, eligible Missourians can apply for Medicaid health benefits by applying online, or by phone at (855) 373-9994. [...] Read more
COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
UPDATED AUGUST 4, 2022 The Jackson County Health Department is committed to keeping you updated with accurate and reliable information. [...] Read more
Bringing COVID-19 Vaccines and Medical Care to People Experiencing Homelessness
Working in partnership with Care Beyond the Boulevard, we’ve established a recurring health clinic at Independence Boulevard Christian Church to […]
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Eastern Jackson County wraps up third Complete Streets Consortium
Eastern Jackson County recently wrapped up the third Complete Streets Consortium Series in collaboration with the National Complete Streets Coalition. […]
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