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Mayor Jones Releases "State of Public Safety 2025" Report Highlighting Successes and Continued Crime Reduction Efforts
01/22/2025 - The all-hands-on-deck approach has led to the lowest number of homicides in the City of St. Louis since 2013 and a 15% reduction in all crime.
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Flu Vaccine Information
A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease.
Birth and Vaccination Records
To obtain records related to vaccinations, lead screening, or tuberculosis, please contact the Medical Records Office.
To obtain a copy of a birth or death certificate or military discharge records, please contact the Recorder of Deeds and Vital Records.
Director of Health
Dr. Matifadza (Mati) Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, was appointed Director of Health for the City of St. Louis in October 2021. She is an internationally renowned infectious diseases physician, public health expert and medical contributor. Read more about Dr. Hlatshwayo Davis.
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Mayor Jones Releases "State of Public Safety 2025" Report Highlighting Successes and Continued Crime Reduction Efforts
The all-hands-on-deck approach has led to the lowest number of homicides in the City of St. Louis since 2013 and a 15% reduction in all crime.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety,Behavioral Health Bureau | 01/22/2025 -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Winter Storm
Heavy mixed precipitation is forecasted for the City of St. Louis between Saturday night and Monday morning.
Press release | Department of Streets,Department of Health,Department of Human Services,Department of Public Utilities,Office of the Mayor,Fire Department | 01/03/2025 -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Winter Storm
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Watch for the City of St. Louis beginning Saturday, January 4 at 6:00 p.m
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Homeless Services,Department of Health,City Emergency Management Agency | 01/03/2025 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and City Leaders Issue Joint Statement After Suspension of Operations at Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital
Yesterday, it was announced that there would be a suspension of operations at Phillips Hospital and a sudden furlough of its healthcare workers.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment,Department of Health | 12/18/2024 -
City of St. Louis to Host Free Vaccine Clinic Ahead of Mayor Jones’ Cabinet in Community Meeting at O’Fallon Park YMCA
The COVID and flu vaccine clinic will be 10:00am-12:00pm, and the town hall will begin at 10:30am.
Press release | Department of Health,Office of the Mayor | 12/05/2024 -
Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Winter by Getting Vaccinated
Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States.
News/Announcement | Department of Health | 10/17/2024
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Request for Proposals - Focus Groups and Data Analysis
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About The Department of Health
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St. Louis, an equitable community achieving optimal health for all.
The Vision, Mission, and 10 Essential Public Health Services of the Department of Health.
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Public Health Accreditation Board
February 20, 2018 -
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