Tick Bites Cause Allergies? AGS 101
Did you know that tick encounters have been steadily increasing in Missouri? As the world’s climate changes, we can expect to see an…
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Quick Guide to Flu Shots and Test Kits
UPDATE as of December 9, 2025: If you picked up a COVID-19 and Flu A/B test kit from JCPH on or before 12/3/2025,…
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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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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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Extreme Cold Preparedness Tips
Winters in Missouri can be unpredictable and almost always have periods of extreme cold weather. Even short periods of exposure to extreme cold…
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An Interview with University Health’s LGBTQ Clinic
This month, we talked to our partners at University Health’s LGBTQ Specialty Clinic about their work in providing compassionate, affirming care to all…
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How Public Health Impacts Voting in Missouri
Update as of February 2024: We are proud to be an official voter registration site for Jackson County residents! Simply ask our staff…
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For Missouri Moms, Extending Postpartum Coverage is Essential
In Missouri, a pregnant woman’s concerns are not limited to the health of her future child—she must also worry for her own health….
