Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center

02/28/2026

Mental Illness is a health condition that results from changes in one’s emotions, thinking, and behavior—and it can impact one's personal, social, and professional life.

If you're struggling with mental illness, you're not alone. 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness (MMHF).

Here's where to find resources: https://dmh.mo.gov/

In Cape Girardeau, the Community Counseling Center (CCC) provides a full array of behavioral health services: https://www.cccntr.com/

02/27/2026

In 2024, Missouri saw a +25% drop in overdose deaths — the first real progress in years. Let's continue that trend with reliable distribution of Narcan, a life-saving med that can reverse an opioid overdose.

It's also good to remember that Naloxone is not treatment. It's only one link in Missouri's overdose response processes across the Overdose Chain of Survival. Communities are safer when the entire system is supported ✨

To learn more, visit: https://www.mofirstresponders.org/

02/27/2026

Your health matters, and so does access to your local health department. Let our official app be your hub for key and timely public health messages and resources.

https://capecountyhealthapp.carrd.co/
📲 Available for download on all smartphone and tablet devices.

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sfl.is.capecountyhealth
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/cape-county-health/id6473919427

Your health matters, and so does access to your Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center. Let our official app be your hub for key and timely local public health messages and resources.

02/26/2026

Has social connection dropped in recent years?

Know the answer and why it matters in our latest news blog story: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/newsDetail.php?Social-Connection-The-Present-64

02/26/2026

This National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, let's remember that eating disorders can affect women and girls of every age. They're not just a teen’s problem. Up to 7% of women over 40 have been diagnosed with one. Below, are pointers to helpful info.

Eating disorders during midlife:
https://womenshealth.gov/sites/default/files/_documents/2026/nedaw/nedaw-2026-factsheet-23JAN26.pdf

Types, symptoms, and treatment:
https://www.nami.org/types-of-conditions/eating-disorders/
https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/conditions/eating-disorders

Nutrition & healthy weight:
https://womenshealth.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fact-sheet-nutrition-and-women.pdf
https://womenshealth.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fact-sheet-healthy-weight.pdf

02/25/2026

Recent news: City of St. Louis Department of Health Issues Advisory on Potential Measles Exposure at St. Louis Lambert Airport: https://www.flystl.com/newsroom/city-of-st-louis-department-of-health-issues-advisory-on-potential-measles-exposure-at-st-louis-lambert-airport/

✈️ Traveling soon? Make sure your family has been protected by the MMR vaccine.

Helpful information:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/vaccine-preventable-diseases/Pages/Measles.aspx
https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/measles/

02/25/2026

The MRC is a community-based, civilian, volunteer program that is mobilized to fill a wide range of urgent needs, from public health education to disaster response.

Join today. For details: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/medical-reserve-corps.php

02/25/2026

Respiratory viruses are the most frequent cause agents of disease in humans, with significant impact on morbidity (illness/disease) and mortality (death) worldwide, mainly in children.

Thankfully, there is effective protection available.

Vaccines play a key role in protecting against respiratory diseases like flu, COVID19, RSV, and pneumonia 💉 to help protect yourself and your loved ones, . Learn more: https://www.nfid.org/immunization/

02/24/2026

International Prenatal Prevention Infection Month sheds light on the serious and life-threatening infections that can pass from mother to baby.

Thankfully, there are ways to protect yourself and your baby from infections - you can start with these 10 steps 👇
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/prenatal/Pages/Simple-Steps-to-Prevent-Infections-During-Pregnancy.aspx

ℹ Did you know that our WIC program helps to prevent prenatal infections and improve birth outcomes? It provides nutritional support, health education, early access to prenatal care, and more. For information: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/wic.php

​Infections during pregnancy can hurt both you and your baby. Learn simple steps to prevent infections and the complications they can cause.

02/24/2026

February marks Earthquake Awareness Month, an important time for Missouri due to our proximity to the New Madrid Seismic Zone ⚠️

The best time to prepare for an earthquake is before it happens. Here is what to know: https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes

Remember 👉 text loved ones to let them know you're ok instead of calling. Save your battery by only using your phone for emergencies. Monitor local news & officials for updates. For more information, visit https://dnr.mo.gov/land-geology/hazards/earthquakes/awareness-preparedness

02/24/2026

We believe, now more than ever, that it's critical to understand the essential role that social connection has on our health and well-being.

In that spirit, we're thrilled to share the first story in our series on "Social Connection" 🫂

We start with shining light on the present state of social connection, what it is and the current trends showing a decline in relationships: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/newsDetail.php?Social-Connection-The-Present-64

We'll share the next stories soon. And in the end, we hope this series leaves you with a greater sense of the healing effects of social connection and community. Enjoy!

02/23/2026

Cyclosporiasis is a form of food poisoning you get from a parasite that causes diarrhea and other gastro (gut) symptoms that can take a long time to go away.

There was 1 case of cyclosporiasis reported in Cape Girardeau last month.

Proper food handling is the best way to reduce your risk from contaminated food or water.

For more about cyclosporiasis: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17957-cyclosporiasis

To see all communicable diseases reported last month, check out our latest report here: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/communicable-disease.php

Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora. You get it from contaminated food or water. It causes diarrhea and other intestinal symptoms.