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Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Winter by Getting Vaccinated
10/17/2024 - Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States. -
City of St. Louis to Host Free Vaccine Clinic Ahead of Mayor Jones’ Cabinet in Community Meeting at Bishop Dubourg High School
10/08/2024 - The Department of Health, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, and CareSTL Health will be hosting a free vaccine clinic before Cabinet in Community. -
First human case of Avian Flu (H5N1) confirmed in Missouri
09/10/2024 - The City of St. Louis Department of Health is encouraging extra vigilance and safety precautions. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 7pm Thursday, 8/1
07/30/2024 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
Mayor Jones to Undergo Routine Colonoscopy Procedure July 16, 2024
07/16/2024 - Mayor Tishaura O. Jones has taken an important step to manage her health by undergoing a colonoscopy procedure. -
Department of Health installs first community Narcan box at Soulard Market, more to follow
05/30/2024 - The box is just the first of several to be installed around the city in the coming months. -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Freezing Winter Weather
01/12/2024 - Residents urged to stay aware of changing forecasts and plan ahead -
Department of Health Recommends Masking in Public after Respiratory Illness Data Shows Significant Increase
01/04/2024 - The rapidly rising number of reported cases and hospitalizations suggests more precautions are necessary to avoid strain on the healthcare system. -
Learn about Trauma-Related Resources Through the City of St. Louis Department of Health’s First Instagram Live
12/18/2023 - Tuesday's conversation will share ways to volunteer, access training and self-care kits, and support those faced with trauma-related issues. -
Emergency Contraceptive Kits To Be Available through Partnership with Missouri Family Health Council
12/15/2023 - A goal of the "Free EC" project is to eliminate as many birth control barriers, including geographical and financial, as possible. -
City of St. Louis Department of Health Recognizes World AIDS Day 2023
11/29/2023 - This event reminds us of the struggle to end HIV-related stigma, honors those lost, and rallies to commit to working toward ending the HIV epidemic. -
Animal Care and Control Division Adjusts Intake Protocol Due To Shelter Repairs
11/17/2023 - Our current facility at 2801 Clark Avenue requires repairs, and the Department of Health needs to reduce the shelter's capacity. -
Health Advisory: Increased Incidence of HIV and Syphilis Co-Infection Among Missourians of Child-Bearing Potential
11/02/2023 - From 2020 through 2022, there were 56 cases of congenital syphilis reported in St. Louis County and the City of St. Louis. -
Guidance for Halloween Safety 2023
10/27/2023 - Health and safety protocols for Halloween-related activities in the City of St. Louis. -
Department of Health offers resources for HIV-affected communities at PrEP Awareness Week 2023
10/23/2023 - The City of St. Louis Department of Health announced its second annual PrEP Awareness Week, which takes place October 22-28, 2023 -
Behavioral Health Bureau Meets Goals, Adds New Priorities After First Successful Year
10/17/2023 - One year after its launch, the Bureau has connected residents struggling with mental health or substance abuse to the care and resources they need. -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Declares "International Overdose Awareness Day" in the City of St. Louis
08/31/2023 - International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 10pm Friday, 8/25
08/20/2023 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
Possible Measles Exposure in the Greater St. Louis area
08/08/2023 - Measles is a virus that is spread by respiratory droplets or through the air and can linger indoors for up to two hours. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 9pm Saturday, 7/29
07/27/2023 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
Heat Advisory Issued for Wednesday through Friday
07/25/2023 - Heat index values of up to 109°F are expected and hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. -
City of St. Louis Department of Health Launches Phase II Plan of the Behavioral Health Bureau
06/14/2023 - This next phase includes utilizing a strategic plan, an implementation and sustainability plan, and a preliminary opioid crisis data dashboard. -
St. Louis City, County Encourage Vaccinations, Testing as Federal Public Health Emergency Ends
05/11/2023 - Data has driven many decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the size of gatherings, mask mandates, and virtual work/school accommodations. -
City DOH Response to Missouri Attorney General's Emergency Rule on Transgender Healthcare
04/21/2023 - Since the rule's introduction, the DOH and our healthcare partners have been closely evaluating how this affects standards of care across our region. -
Black-Owned Pharmacy Breaking Barriers in St. Louis
02/28/2023 - GreaterHealth Pharmacy and Wellness provides equitable and culturally responsive pharmacy services to the St. Louis area. -
City of St. Louis Department of Health Launches HealthStopSTL.com
02/06/2023 - HealthStopSTL.com is a new way to access sexual health information, resources, and testing for HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STI). -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Possible Winter Storm
01/24/2023 - City of St. Louis joins the NWS to urge residents to take precautions and preventive measures during and after the storm. -
City of St. Louis Department of Health Updates Work of Behavioral Health Bureau
01/11/2023 - The work has focused on developing a comprehensive strategy to address behavioral health for the city, beginning with substance use and overdose.
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