Cedar County Health Department

06/15/2026

Longer days mean more road trips, vacations, motorcycles, bicycles, and kids enjoying summer break. Before you hit the road, remember these simple ways to keep everyone safe:

✅ Buckle up every trip, every seat.
📱 Put your phone away while driving.
🚸 Watch for children playing near roads and neighborhoods.
🚴 Give cyclists at least 3 feet of space when passing.
🏍️ Double-check for motorcycles before changing lanes.
🚫 Never drive impaired or while overly tired.

A few extra seconds of attention can prevent a lifetime of regret.

Let's make June a month of safe travels for everyone in Cedar County.

06/11/2026

Updated WIC income eligibility guidelines were just released! A family of 2 with a pre-tax (gross) income at or below $40,034 annually now qualifies. Participants in SNAP, TA and most MO HealthNet programs are automatically income-eligible for WIC. To find out if you qualify for WIC, complete our Online Interest Form to have a WIC local agency contact you: https://moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9yOkwmd0Zv93emO.

06/05/2026

Tomorrow, June 6th, is Naloxone Awareness Day.

Naloxone (Narcan) is a life-saving medication that can help restore breathing during an opioid-related emergency. Raising awareness and increasing knowledge about naloxone helps strengthen community preparedness and supports public health.

The Cedar County Health Department has free naloxone available 24/7 from naloxone distribution boxes located outside the Cedar County Health Department and the Cedar County Courthouse.

06/04/2026

‼️Don’t forget—Call or stop by to schedule.

With summer approaching and the next school year not far behind, now is a great time to plan ahead.

If your family plans to have your child vaccinated for school, we encourage you to schedule those appointments early. Each year we see a rush of appointments right before school starts, and scheduling ahead can help families avoid the last-minute scramble.

This is especially helpful for students entering Kindergarten, 8th grade, or 12th grade, when additional vaccines are commonly recommended for school-aged children.

📞 To schedule an appointment with the Cedar County Health Department, please call (417) 876-5477.

05/26/2026

This month, the Cedar County Health Department continued promoting safer driving awareness throughout Cedar County schools!

On May 12, Hollee Walker, RN of the Cedar County Health Department delivered 26 gift bags filled with safer driving information and novelty items with safe driving messaging to students in grades 9–12 at El Dorado Springs Christian School. Pictured is Hollee Walker, RN, and Chelsey Nissley, Principal.

Later that day, a traffic safety table was set up during lunch at Stockton R-1 School District, where 36 high school students learned about safer driving practices and received educational materials and giveaway items. Pictured is Hollee Walker, RN, and Brandon Foley, Principal.

On May 13, safer driving education continued during high school physicals at El Dorado Springs R-2 School District, reaching 87 students with important traffic safety information and promotional items. Pictured is Cedar County Memorial Hospital Staff and Hollee Walker, RN.

Thank you to our local schools and community partners for helping support teen driver safety!

05/25/2026

The Cedar County Health Department is CLOSED today (Monday, May 25th) for Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Now Hiring: Front Office Receptionist

Cedar County Health Department is seeking a friendly and dependable Front Office Receptionist to join our team.

Responsibilities include:
-Greeting clients and answering phones
-Scheduling appointments
-Collecting payments
-Filing, scanning, and clerical support
-Assisting office and nursing staff as needed

Cedar County Health Department is an equal opportunity employer.

05/08/2026

The Cedar County Health Department is CLOSED today for Harry Truman Day.

05/07/2026

Hey Cedar County!

Let's talk safe driving. A few simple habits can save lives:

-Slow down and follow speed limits
-Put the phone down and avoid distractions
-Always wear your seatbelt
-Never drive impaired
-Stay alert for other drivers, pedestrians, and farm equipment on rural roads

A few extra seconds of caution can make all the difference. Let’s work together to keep our roads safe for everyone.

04/29/2026

Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is now found in many unexpected places. It only takes a tiny amount to be fatal, and you often can’t see, smell, or taste it.

What you can do:
-Spread the word: Talk to your friends and family about the risks.
-Be prepared: Carry Narcan.
-Stay safe: Only take medications prescribed specifically for you by a professional.