Laclede County Health Department

06/03/2026

During a stroke, every minute counts. If you think someone may be having a stroke, B.E. F.A.S.T.

B—Balance Loss

Ask the person if they are feeling off-balance or dizzy.

E—Eye (Vision) Changes

Ask the person if they have trouble seeing normally.

F—Face

Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A—Arms

Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S—Speech

Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T—Time: If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Learn more about the signs and symptoms of stroke: www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs-symptoms/index.html.

06/03/2026

📢 Growing families, this one is for you!

📢Ever wondered if your family qualifies for the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program?

WIC provides healthy food, breastfeeding support, and nutrition advice for pregnant moms, new parents, and kids under five.

Take a quick look at the income guidelines below to see if your household fits! 👇

Got questions or ready to apply? We are here to help! Give our friendly office a call today.📞 417-532-1271

06/02/2026

Hey community! 👋

Ready to make a real difference and grab some cool swag?The LCHD community health meeting is happening TODAY at 2:00 PM at the Wallace Building! 🏢

We need your voice, your ideas, and your energy to help identify the biggest health needs in our community. Plus, the first 25 people through the door will score an exclusive LCHD bag! 🛍️

✨Come out, support your Health Department, and let's build a healthier community together. See you there! ❤️

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