Laclede County Health Department

05/28/2026

Someone you love may face both a mental condition and a substance use challenge.
They deserve steady support, starting with you. When more is needed, help is available 24/7.
Call or text 988 anywhere in the U.S. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/27/2026

The survey will let us know what health issues are most important in our community. Here is the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Laclede

Please come to the kick-off meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 2:00 pm at the Wallace Building. RSVP https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/June2-RSVP

Why should you take the survey?

Community Health Assessments justify where and how limited funding and healthcare resources should be directed for the greatest impact. Your opinion is important!

05/23/2026

Language matters. Choosing supportive words can help people feel seen, heard, and respected. Let’s commit to talking about Mental Health with the care and honesty it deserves.
Learn More: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk

05/23/2026

05/19/2026

A Flood Advisory is in effect for Benton, Camden, Cedar, Dade, Dallas, Hickory, Laclede, Miller, Polk, St. Clair, and Vernon counties in Missouri.

05/19/2026

This survey will take 5 – 10 minutes to complete. The information you provide will help us better understand what needs to be done to make Laclede County a healthier place to live, work, and play!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Laclede

Your opinion matters! Help us help you!

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05/18/2026

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/18/2026

Sun and insect protection is a must… but use it safely. ☀️🧴🦟

Sunscreen and bug spray help protect your kids during summer, but improper use can lead to irritation or accidental exposure.

👉 Want more summer safety tips?
https://missouripoisoncenter.org/poison-prevention-tips-for-summer/

A few simple habits can make all the difference.
📞 Call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222
Free, fast, and available 24/7.

05/15/2026

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05/13/2026

We want to hear from you! Your input is important.
Take a moment to complete this survey.
Help make Laclede County a healthier place to live, work, and play!

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05/07/2026

Happy National Nurses Week! 🩺We want to give a huge shout-out to the incredible nursing team at the Laclede County Health Department! 🏆They say nurses are the heart of healthcare (and they are), but here in Laclede County, our nurses are truly the ‘health’ of the Health Department. We are so lucky to have this group looking out for all of us! 💙