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🧵“It is my honor to present the 2024 Impact Report, highlighting efforts from Oct '23-'24. #PublicHealth advocacy is crucial, and this report reflects our dedication to improving health outcomes and advancing health equity in St. Louis.”- Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social
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Flu season is here! 💉Protect yourself & your loved ones before the holidays — the annual flu shot is your best defense. Get vaccinated today and help keep St. Louis healthy. #FluPrevention #STLHealth #PublicHealth #FluSeason
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EPI Minute Ep3 - Influenza (flu) Virus Levels
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November 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Flu season is here! 💉Protect yourself & your loved ones before the holidays — the annual flu shot is your best defense. Get vaccinated today and help keep St. Louis healthy. #FluPrevention #STLHealth #PublicHealth #FluSeason
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Protect what matters most — your health and the health of our community. Vaccines help reduce the spread and severity of respiratory illnesses.
Watch our PSA to learn why staying up to date matters this season.
#HealthyTogether #VaccinateToProtect #PublicHealth
Watch our PSA to learn why staying up to date matters this season.
#HealthyTogether #VaccinateToProtect #PublicHealth
November 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Protect what matters most — your health and the health of our community. Vaccines help reduce the spread and severity of respiratory illnesses.
Watch our PSA to learn why staying up to date matters this season.
#HealthyTogether #VaccinateToProtect #PublicHealth
Watch our PSA to learn why staying up to date matters this season.
#HealthyTogether #VaccinateToProtect #PublicHealth
🎃 Trick-or-treat tip! As we prepare for changes that may affect families across our community, consider adding nutritious snacks alongside candy:
🍘 Cheese crackers
🍐 Fruit cups
🧃 Juice boxes
A little support goes a long way. 💛
#Halloween #STLDOH #CommunityCare
🍘 Cheese crackers
🍐 Fruit cups
🧃 Juice boxes
A little support goes a long way. 💛
#Halloween #STLDOH #CommunityCare
October 31, 2025 at 5:26 PM
🎃 Trick-or-treat tip! As we prepare for changes that may affect families across our community, consider adding nutritious snacks alongside candy:
🍘 Cheese crackers
🍐 Fruit cups
🧃 Juice boxes
A little support goes a long way. 💛
#Halloween #STLDOH #CommunityCare
🍘 Cheese crackers
🍐 Fruit cups
🧃 Juice boxes
A little support goes a long way. 💛
#Halloween #STLDOH #CommunityCare
As many may know, SNAP benefits will not be available starting Sat, Nov. 1. We understand this may be difficult for many families. If you need food assistance, visit the
@stlfoodbank.bsky.social to find a local pantry: stlfoodbank.org/find-food/pa...
➡️More updates on local resources coming soon.
@stlfoodbank.bsky.social to find a local pantry: stlfoodbank.org/find-food/pa...
➡️More updates on local resources coming soon.
October 30, 2025 at 8:38 PM
As many may know, SNAP benefits will not be available starting Sat, Nov. 1. We understand this may be difficult for many families. If you need food assistance, visit the
@stlfoodbank.bsky.social to find a local pantry: stlfoodbank.org/find-food/pa...
➡️More updates on local resources coming soon.
@stlfoodbank.bsky.social to find a local pantry: stlfoodbank.org/find-food/pa...
➡️More updates on local resources coming soon.
PrEP works by building up protection inside your cells—blocking HIV before it can take hold. 💊 The science is powerful, and the choice is yours. Learn how it works, protect your health. #PrEPWeek2025
October 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
PrEP works by building up protection inside your cells—blocking HIV before it can take hold. 💊 The science is powerful, and the choice is yours. Learn how it works, protect your health. #PrEPWeek2025
💙 It’s National Health Education Week!
Public Health Educators connect residents to resources, teach healthy habits & build a healthier St. Louis—one conversation at a time.
Let’s celebrate those who keep our community thriving!
#HealthEducationWeek #PublicHealth #NHEW
Public Health Educators connect residents to resources, teach healthy habits & build a healthier St. Louis—one conversation at a time.
Let’s celebrate those who keep our community thriving!
#HealthEducationWeek #PublicHealth #NHEW
October 22, 2025 at 6:27 PM
💙 It’s National Health Education Week!
Public Health Educators connect residents to resources, teach healthy habits & build a healthier St. Louis—one conversation at a time.
Let’s celebrate those who keep our community thriving!
#HealthEducationWeek #PublicHealth #NHEW
Public Health Educators connect residents to resources, teach healthy habits & build a healthier St. Louis—one conversation at a time.
Let’s celebrate those who keep our community thriving!
#HealthEducationWeek #PublicHealth #NHEW
🩺 Introducing Epi Minute! A new series sharing quick, reliable public health updates for St. Louis.
Our first topic: respiratory illness season — flu, COVID-19 & RSV. Stay informed, stay healthy, stay St. Louis strong. 💙 youtube.com/watch?v=MiQe... #EpiMinute #PublicHealth #STLDOH
Our first topic: respiratory illness season — flu, COVID-19 & RSV. Stay informed, stay healthy, stay St. Louis strong. 💙 youtube.com/watch?v=MiQe... #EpiMinute #PublicHealth #STLDOH
EPI Minute:-Ep1- Respiratory Illness Season
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October 20, 2025 at 7:21 PM
🩺 Introducing Epi Minute! A new series sharing quick, reliable public health updates for St. Louis.
Our first topic: respiratory illness season — flu, COVID-19 & RSV. Stay informed, stay healthy, stay St. Louis strong. 💙 youtube.com/watch?v=MiQe... #EpiMinute #PublicHealth #STLDOH
Our first topic: respiratory illness season — flu, COVID-19 & RSV. Stay informed, stay healthy, stay St. Louis strong. 💙 youtube.com/watch?v=MiQe... #EpiMinute #PublicHealth #STLDOH
Not enough people know: HIV PrEP can reduce your risk of HIV by up to 99%. Let’s change that. #PrEPWeek2025
October 20, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Not enough people know: HIV PrEP can reduce your risk of HIV by up to 99%. Let’s change that. #PrEPWeek2025
🚨 FOOD RECALL ALERT 🚨
Hillshire Brands is recalling select corn dog & sausage-on-a-stick products due to possible wood pieces in the batter.
🛑 Do NOT eat
➡️ Check for “EST-582” or “P-894” on the package
➡️ Dispose or return ASAP
fsis.usda.gov/recalls-aler...
Hillshire Brands is recalling select corn dog & sausage-on-a-stick products due to possible wood pieces in the batter.
🛑 Do NOT eat
➡️ Check for “EST-582” or “P-894” on the package
➡️ Dispose or return ASAP
fsis.usda.gov/recalls-aler...
October 2, 2025 at 8:24 PM
🚨 FOOD RECALL ALERT 🚨
Hillshire Brands is recalling select corn dog & sausage-on-a-stick products due to possible wood pieces in the batter.
🛑 Do NOT eat
➡️ Check for “EST-582” or “P-894” on the package
➡️ Dispose or return ASAP
fsis.usda.gov/recalls-aler...
Hillshire Brands is recalling select corn dog & sausage-on-a-stick products due to possible wood pieces in the batter.
🛑 Do NOT eat
➡️ Check for “EST-582” or “P-894” on the package
➡️ Dispose or return ASAP
fsis.usda.gov/recalls-aler...
Getting the updated COVID-19 vaccine is one of the best ways to stay healthy this season. 💉 It boosts protection, lowers risk of severe illness & keeps families, schools & workplaces safe.
Stay up to date—talk with your provider today.
👉 www.cdc.gov/covid/vaccin...
#StayProtected #COVID19Vaccine
Stay up to date—talk with your provider today.
👉 www.cdc.gov/covid/vaccin...
#StayProtected #COVID19Vaccine
September 29, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Getting the updated COVID-19 vaccine is one of the best ways to stay healthy this season. 💉 It boosts protection, lowers risk of severe illness & keeps families, schools & workplaces safe.
Stay up to date—talk with your provider today.
👉 www.cdc.gov/covid/vaccin...
#StayProtected #COVID19Vaccine
Stay up to date—talk with your provider today.
👉 www.cdc.gov/covid/vaccin...
#StayProtected #COVID19Vaccine
Today’s the day! 🌿 Join the Behavioral Health Bureau and New Roots Urban Farm (1832 Hogan St.) for a nature walk, outdoor connection, and wellness conversation. Don’t miss out!
#STLBHB #NewRootsUrbanFarm #HealingTogether #CommunityFirst
#STLBHB #NewRootsUrbanFarm #HealingTogether #CommunityFirst
September 16, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Today’s the day! 🌿 Join the Behavioral Health Bureau and New Roots Urban Farm (1832 Hogan St.) for a nature walk, outdoor connection, and wellness conversation. Don’t miss out!
#STLBHB #NewRootsUrbanFarm #HealingTogether #CommunityFirst
#STLBHB #NewRootsUrbanFarm #HealingTogether #CommunityFirst
🌻💜 We’re proud to be this year’s official Health & Wellness Sponsor for one of the city’s greatest events! 🌻💜
Mark your calendars! Frizz Fest is back on Sept. 20, 12–7 PM. Come out, celebrate natural beauty, culture, and community with us.
Mark your calendars! Frizz Fest is back on Sept. 20, 12–7 PM. Come out, celebrate natural beauty, culture, and community with us.
September 16, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🌻💜 We’re proud to be this year’s official Health & Wellness Sponsor for one of the city’s greatest events! 🌻💜
Mark your calendars! Frizz Fest is back on Sept. 20, 12–7 PM. Come out, celebrate natural beauty, culture, and community with us.
Mark your calendars! Frizz Fest is back on Sept. 20, 12–7 PM. Come out, celebrate natural beauty, culture, and community with us.
DYK children are most at risk for lead exposure in homes built before 1978? 🏡Even small amounts can impact growth, learning, and behavior. The good news is it’s preventable! Keep surfaces clean, wash hands and toys often, and ask your child’s doctor about a lead test. #LeadSafeKids
August 19, 2025 at 2:52 PM
DYK children are most at risk for lead exposure in homes built before 1978? 🏡Even small amounts can impact growth, learning, and behavior. The good news is it’s preventable! Keep surfaces clean, wash hands and toys often, and ask your child’s doctor about a lead test. #LeadSafeKids
🌡️ Heat hits hardest for older adults, kids, people with disabilities, and those with chronic conditions.
✅ Check on loved ones
✅ Ensure fans or AC are working
✅ Help them access cooling centers
Your check-in could save a life.
#CheckOnOthers #HeatSafety #CommunityFirst
✅ Check on loved ones
✅ Ensure fans or AC are working
✅ Help them access cooling centers
Your check-in could save a life.
#CheckOnOthers #HeatSafety #CommunityFirst
July 22, 2025 at 4:46 PM
🌡️ Heat hits hardest for older adults, kids, people with disabilities, and those with chronic conditions.
✅ Check on loved ones
✅ Ensure fans or AC are working
✅ Help them access cooling centers
Your check-in could save a life.
#CheckOnOthers #HeatSafety #CommunityFirst
✅ Check on loved ones
✅ Ensure fans or AC are working
✅ Help them access cooling centers
Your check-in could save a life.
#CheckOnOthers #HeatSafety #CommunityFirst
Men's Mental Health Matters! 💙
It's time to break the taboo. Let's create a world where men can thrive, supported by love and acceptance. Start making better choices today.
Connect with our Behavioral Health team for more support by calling (314) 657- 1585!
#MensMentalHealth #MensHealth
It's time to break the taboo. Let's create a world where men can thrive, supported by love and acceptance. Start making better choices today.
Connect with our Behavioral Health team for more support by calling (314) 657- 1585!
#MensMentalHealth #MensHealth
July 7, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Men's Mental Health Matters! 💙
It's time to break the taboo. Let's create a world where men can thrive, supported by love and acceptance. Start making better choices today.
Connect with our Behavioral Health team for more support by calling (314) 657- 1585!
#MensMentalHealth #MensHealth
It's time to break the taboo. Let's create a world where men can thrive, supported by love and acceptance. Start making better choices today.
Connect with our Behavioral Health team for more support by calling (314) 657- 1585!
#MensMentalHealth #MensHealth
☀️ Sun Safety Starts with You! 🧢🧴
Protect your family from harmful UV rays this summer!
✅ Wear hats & sunglasses
✅ Use SPF 30+ sunscreen
✅ Stay in the shade
✅ Keep kids cool & hydrated
Sunburns can happen fast—stay safe while enjoying the sun! 🌳💧
#SunSafety #HealthySummer #STLDOH
Protect your family from harmful UV rays this summer!
✅ Wear hats & sunglasses
✅ Use SPF 30+ sunscreen
✅ Stay in the shade
✅ Keep kids cool & hydrated
Sunburns can happen fast—stay safe while enjoying the sun! 🌳💧
#SunSafety #HealthySummer #STLDOH
July 1, 2025 at 3:37 PM
☀️ Sun Safety Starts with You! 🧢🧴
Protect your family from harmful UV rays this summer!
✅ Wear hats & sunglasses
✅ Use SPF 30+ sunscreen
✅ Stay in the shade
✅ Keep kids cool & hydrated
Sunburns can happen fast—stay safe while enjoying the sun! 🌳💧
#SunSafety #HealthySummer #STLDOH
Protect your family from harmful UV rays this summer!
✅ Wear hats & sunglasses
✅ Use SPF 30+ sunscreen
✅ Stay in the shade
✅ Keep kids cool & hydrated
Sunburns can happen fast—stay safe while enjoying the sun! 🌳💧
#SunSafety #HealthySummer #STLDOH
Stay informed during extreme heat. Monitor local alerts, weather updates, and community resources to protect yourself and others.
If you or someone you know needs a place to cool off, call 211 to find a cooling center near you.
#StayInformed #extremeheat #heatsafety #stldoh
If you or someone you know needs a place to cool off, call 211 to find a cooling center near you.
#StayInformed #extremeheat #heatsafety #stldoh
June 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Stay informed during extreme heat. Monitor local alerts, weather updates, and community resources to protect yourself and others.
If you or someone you know needs a place to cool off, call 211 to find a cooling center near you.
#StayInformed #extremeheat #heatsafety #stldoh
If you or someone you know needs a place to cool off, call 211 to find a cooling center near you.
#StayInformed #extremeheat #heatsafety #stldoh
Reposted by City of St. Louis Department of Health
UPDATE: 6/20/2025 8:40 a.m.
The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory issued on June 19 for a portion of South City has been lifted effective 12:15 a.m. on Friday, June 20.
Test samples collected in the affected areas verified that the water is safe to consume.
The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory issued on June 19 for a portion of South City has been lifted effective 12:15 a.m. on Friday, June 20.
Test samples collected in the affected areas verified that the water is safe to consume.
June 20, 2025 at 1:54 PM
UPDATE: 6/20/2025 8:40 a.m.
The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory issued on June 19 for a portion of South City has been lifted effective 12:15 a.m. on Friday, June 20.
Test samples collected in the affected areas verified that the water is safe to consume.
The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory issued on June 19 for a portion of South City has been lifted effective 12:15 a.m. on Friday, June 20.
Test samples collected in the affected areas verified that the water is safe to consume.
Rehousing recovery fair this Tuesday!
Disaster-impacted St. Louisans in need of housing are invited to the St. Louis Housing Authority housing fair this Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena.
Register at forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#STLrecovers
Disaster-impacted St. Louisans in need of housing are invited to the St. Louis Housing Authority housing fair this Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena.
Register at forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#STLrecovers
June 16, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Rehousing recovery fair this Tuesday!
Disaster-impacted St. Louisans in need of housing are invited to the St. Louis Housing Authority housing fair this Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena.
Register at forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#STLrecovers
Disaster-impacted St. Louisans in need of housing are invited to the St. Louis Housing Authority housing fair this Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena.
Register at forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#STLrecovers
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men — but early detection can save lives. 💙
This Men's Health Month, take charge of your health. Talk to your doctor, get screened, and encourage the men in your life to do the same.
#MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancerAwareness #GetChecked
This Men's Health Month, take charge of your health. Talk to your doctor, get screened, and encourage the men in your life to do the same.
#MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancerAwareness #GetChecked
June 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men — but early detection can save lives. 💙
This Men's Health Month, take charge of your health. Talk to your doctor, get screened, and encourage the men in your life to do the same.
#MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancerAwareness #GetChecked
This Men's Health Month, take charge of your health. Talk to your doctor, get screened, and encourage the men in your life to do the same.
#MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancerAwareness #GetChecked
🌧️ After the rain, drain!
Standing water is a mosquito’s favorite breeding ground. Dump it out from:
• Flower pots
• Tires
• Buckets
• Kiddie pools
• Bird baths
It only takes a capful of water for mosquitoes to multiply.
#TipAndToss #STLStrong #MosquitoControl
Standing water is a mosquito’s favorite breeding ground. Dump it out from:
• Flower pots
• Tires
• Buckets
• Kiddie pools
• Bird baths
It only takes a capful of water for mosquitoes to multiply.
#TipAndToss #STLStrong #MosquitoControl
June 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM
🌧️ After the rain, drain!
Standing water is a mosquito’s favorite breeding ground. Dump it out from:
• Flower pots
• Tires
• Buckets
• Kiddie pools
• Bird baths
It only takes a capful of water for mosquitoes to multiply.
#TipAndToss #STLStrong #MosquitoControl
Standing water is a mosquito’s favorite breeding ground. Dump it out from:
• Flower pots
• Tires
• Buckets
• Kiddie pools
• Bird baths
It only takes a capful of water for mosquitoes to multiply.
#TipAndToss #STLStrong #MosquitoControl
You can now apply for federal assistance through FEMA if you were affected by the May 16 tornado.
Learn more at www.fema.gov/disaster/4877
#STLrecovers
Learn more at www.fema.gov/disaster/4877
#STLrecovers
June 10, 2025 at 7:21 PM
You can now apply for federal assistance through FEMA if you were affected by the May 16 tornado.
Learn more at www.fema.gov/disaster/4877
#STLrecovers
Learn more at www.fema.gov/disaster/4877
#STLrecovers
Mosquito season is here, St. Louis! 🦟
Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying—they can spread serious diseases like West Nile virus.
✅ Remove standing water
✅ Wear EPA-approved repellent
✅ Cover up when outdoors
Let’s #FighttheBite together!
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Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying—they can spread serious diseases like West Nile virus.
✅ Remove standing water
✅ Wear EPA-approved repellent
✅ Cover up when outdoors
Let’s #FighttheBite together!
Visit rb.gy/ck827q
June 9, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Mosquito season is here, St. Louis! 🦟
Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying—they can spread serious diseases like West Nile virus.
✅ Remove standing water
✅ Wear EPA-approved repellent
✅ Cover up when outdoors
Let’s #FighttheBite together!
Visit rb.gy/ck827q
Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying—they can spread serious diseases like West Nile virus.
✅ Remove standing water
✅ Wear EPA-approved repellent
✅ Cover up when outdoors
Let’s #FighttheBite together!
Visit rb.gy/ck827q
Reposted by City of St. Louis Department of Health
Guard members will then clean and clear the remaining debris from the sites early next week.
Residents with debris remaining on their property can place it along the curbline for City crews and contractors to pick up as work continues within the devastated area.
#STLrecovers
Residents with debris remaining on their property can place it along the curbline for City crews and contractors to pick up as work continues within the devastated area.
#STLrecovers
June 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Guard members will then clean and clear the remaining debris from the sites early next week.
Residents with debris remaining on their property can place it along the curbline for City crews and contractors to pick up as work continues within the devastated area.
#STLrecovers
Residents with debris remaining on their property can place it along the curbline for City crews and contractors to pick up as work continues within the devastated area.
#STLrecovers
Reposted by City of St. Louis Department of Health
Residents can drop off debris through 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, at the following locations:
- Marshall School - 4322 Aldine Ave
- Farragut Elementary - 4025 Sullivan Ave
- Turner Middle School - 2573 Billups Ave
- Marshall School - 4322 Aldine Ave
- Farragut Elementary - 4025 Sullivan Ave
- Turner Middle School - 2573 Billups Ave
June 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Residents can drop off debris through 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, at the following locations:
- Marshall School - 4322 Aldine Ave
- Farragut Elementary - 4025 Sullivan Ave
- Turner Middle School - 2573 Billups Ave
- Marshall School - 4322 Aldine Ave
- Farragut Elementary - 4025 Sullivan Ave
- Turner Middle School - 2573 Billups Ave