How Earning National Accreditation Strengthens Our Work
National Recognition for JCPH: What It Means for Our Community In 2025, Jackson County Public Health (JCPH) celebrated 100 years of service with…
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100 Years of Health Literacy: MCPL Partnership
Public health is not just about vaccines, and public libraries are not just about books. Both JCPH and the Mid-Continent Public Library address…
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Follow the Money: Mapping Local Public Health Investments to Drive Real Change
The world is full of wicked problems – those persistent, complex issues that defy easy solutions and quietly erode the health and potential…
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Harm Reduction Policies: Recommendations for Leaders
Missouri stands at a critical turning point. For the first time since 2019, there has been a decrease in drug overdose deaths—up to…
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Stay Cool: Tips for a Healthy Summer
Summer is a season of sunshine, exploration, and well-earned downtime for kids and families—but high temperatures and outdoor activities can also bring health…
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Measles in the US: What You Need to Know
UPDATE: On Friday, April 18, Missouri announced a confirmed measles case in Taney County connected to international travel. The patient is a child…
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2025 Missouri Legislative Wrap Up
At Jackson County Public Health, we believe public health is more than just healthcare. Laws and policies play a vital role in shaping…
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Celebrating 100 Years of Building Community Through an Interactive Display
Written by: Makayla McClenahan, Summer 2025 JCPH Communications Intern Public health isn’t just what happens inside a clinic—it’s woven into the everyday choices…
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Your Bird Flu Questions, Answered
Last updated 12/27/2024. This winter, reported cases of birds infected with avian influenza have risen in the Kansas City area. While the public…
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Community Innovation Summit: Catch The Recap
Earlier this month, Jackson County Public Health hosted a full-day Community Innovation Summit at the Stoney Creek Conference Center in Independence. Key partners…
