Moniteau County Health Center

03/15/2026

🚨It's National Poison Prevention Week!

Most poisonings happen at home—and many are preventable. Take a few minutes today to:
🔒Lock up medicines & cleaning supplies
👀Keep products out of sight of children
📖Read labels before use

📞Save this number: 1-800-222-1222 (Poison Help Line)
Free. Confidential. 24/7.

03/13/2026

🌙✨World Sleep Day✨🌙

Sleep is not a luxury — it's a necessity. Quality sleep supports your immune system, mental health, heart health, focus, and overall well-being. Yet so many people struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting enough rest.

Tonight, give yourself permission to rest.
💤Power down devices
🛏️Create a calming bedtime routine
😌Keep a consistent sleep schedule
☕Limit caffeine late in the day

Better sleep = Better health

Prioritize your rest. You deserve it. 💙

03/13/2026

📣Free Screenings are Back for National Public Health Week!

We're excited to partner with Boone Health to offer FREE skin cancer screenings and A1C tests during National Public Health Week! These screenings are a quick and easy way to check in on your health—don't miss this opportunity!

📍Moniteau County Health Center
📆Wednesday, April 8th
⏰10am-1pm

✅Appointments are required, so be sure to sign up using the links below.
📞Need help registering? Call our office at 573-796-3412 and we'll be happy to assist.

➡️To sign up for Skin Cancer Screenings: https://boone.pub/2026MoniteauSkin

➡️To sign up for Free A1C screening: https://boone.pub/2026MoniteauA1Cs

03/12/2026

🌸🚗Spring Safety Check: Don't Forget Your Emergency Car Kit!

Warmer weather means road trips, rain showers, and busy weekends on the road. Before you head out, take a few minutes to refresh your spring emergency car kit so you're ready for the unexpected.

A well-stocked kit can turn a stressful roadside situation into a manageable one. Take a moment this week to check your supplies and replace anything missing. Your future self will thank you!

It's time to refresh your emergency car kit! ⚠️

Swap out heavier coats for thinner layers, replenish your first aid kit and stock up on fresh batteries and water. ⤵️

03/12/2026

💡Did you know that we provide WIC clinics every Thursday?

The Missouri WIC program provides supplemental food, health care referrals, nutrition education, and breastfeeding promotion and support to eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age five. Fathers, grandparents and foster parents may also apply for benefits for the children living in their household.

Call today to see if you are eligible for WIC services!
📞573-796-3412

03/11/2026

Celebrate by boosting healthy habits at work, home or school!
Here are 50 ways to get involved wherever you are: sm.eatright.org/nnm50ideas.

03/10/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! 🥦🍅

It's the perfect time to focus on making informed food choices and building healthy eating habits that last all year long. Take small steps toward healthier habits—add more fruits and veggies, drink more water, and build balanced meals that fuel your body.

Healthy eating isn't about perfection, it's about progress. 💚

03/09/2026

🚗🌱As winter fades and spring arrives, roads across Missouri can bring new driving challenges. Be alert for these common spring hazards: ⚠️

🚜Farm equipment on the road-planting season, always slow down & share the road.
🪨Gravel spread during winter can linger on curves/intersections, reducing tire traction.
💧Flooded low-water crossings-Spring rains can quickly flood lower water crossings. Turn around, don't drown!
🦌Wildlife movement-Deer and other animals are active in the spring, especially around dawn and dusk.
🕳️Hidden potholes from freeze-thaw cycles-winter damage often shows up in early spring, creating potholes that can damage tires and suspension.

✔️Drive slower, stay alert, and give yourself extra time on the roads this spring!

Now that we're on the road to spring, remember to stay alert for these common driving hazards. 🌷⤵️

03/09/2026

🩸Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month🩸

March is dedicated to raising awareness about multiple myeloma — a blood cancer that affects plasma cells in the bone marrow. Multiple myeloma can impact bone health, kidney function, immunity, and overall well-being. Early detection, ongoing research, and community support make a difference.

This month, we:
❤️Honor those living with multiple myeloma
❤️Remember loved ones we've lost
❤️Support caregivers and families
❤️Advocate for research and better treatments

Awareness leads to understanding. Understanding leads to hope.

03/08/2026

Do you want to know if an item is WIC-approved, but the barcode won’t scan? Use the Key Enter UPC icon on your WICShopper app!

Just look for the numbers under the product barcode and type them into the app to see if the item is WIC-approved.

Download the WICShopper app today on Google Play or the App Store. Look for the pink and blue icon!

03/08/2026

⏰Daylight saving time begins at 2am on Sunday, March 8th. Don't forget to set your clocks forward an hour and embrace the extra daylight. As we adjust to the time change, let’s make the most of the longer, sun-filled evenings ahead.

03/06/2026

As Severe Weather Preparedness Week comes to a close and stormy weather is in the forecast ⛈️, now is a great time to make sure you're ready for possible power outages.

Charge phones and medical devices, keep flashlights and extra batteries available, and have enough food, water, and medications on hand. Stay informed with local weather updates and check on neighbors who may need assistance.

Severe weather can happen anytime. Be prepared before it arrives!

For more information, visit: www.ready.gov