WIC at Caldwell County Health Dept

04/04/2026

Hey families-just a quick heads up! A recall has been issued for a specific brand of frozen dino nuggets due to possible lead exposure. Take a moment to check your freezer and see the DHSS post below for details.

03/09/2026

Celebrate by boosting healthy habits at work, home, or school!

Here are 50 ways to get involved wherever you are: sm.eatright.org/nnm50ideas

02/18/2026

⚠️ Recall Alert for Parents & Caregivers ⚠️

We want to make our community aware of a recall involving Tippy Toes Infant Puree – Apple Pear Banana Baby Food.

If you have this product at home, please check the label and discontinue use immediately. A photo of the recalled product is included below to help with identification.

For full details, including affected lot numbers and next steps, please visit the FDA website:
🔗https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/if-copack-llc-dba-initiative-foods-recalls-tippy-toes-brand-apple-pear-banana-because-possible?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

02/10/2026

Breakfast made easy! 🍞✨ Whip up this delicious French Toast for a sweet start to your day.

01/21/2026

Hy-Klas Foods in Hamilton and Polo are WIC-approved stores 🎉
They’re a great place to shop-friendly staff, ready to help, and familiar with WIC items to make checkout easy. Hy-Klas has you covered!

that not all grocery stores are Missouri WIC retailers? It's true! To find a WIC retailer near you, look for red and green pins on the locations map at https://mohealth.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d8d6ec13febb4a45919a66aab55a6b90
OR
on the WICShopper app.

Can you spot the "WIC Authorized Retailer" sign on the door? Then you are in the right place!

01/13/2026

💡 SNAP Application Help Available!
Amy Albertson from MU Extension will be at the Caldwell County Health Department on February 5th to help with SNAP applications.

Anyone in need of assistance is welcome to stop by from 8-12pm and 12:30-4:30pm

12/04/2025

🎁 Friendly Reminder!
The countdown is on.
Monday, December 8th is the FINAL day to sign up for Toys for Tots!
Let’s make this season merry and bright for every child.

11/13/2025

UPDATE on Infant formula recall!!

11/11/2025

⚠️ Infant Formula Recall Notice
ByHeart has issued a voluntary recall of certain infant formula batches due to possible contamination concerns that could cause foodborne illness in infants.

Check your formula lot numbers and learn more here 👉 https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/response-broader-fda-investigation-byheart-initiates-voluntary-recall-two-batches-infant-formula

11/07/2025

No-bake, no fuss, all YUM! 🥜 Whip up these peanut butter balls for a snack everyone will love.

11/05/2025

Not sure if you might be pregnant? We’re here to help!
The Caldwell County Health Department now offers free, in-office pregnancy urine testing.
Call to schedule your quick and confidential appointment 816-586-2311.

10/29/2025

At this time, WIC participants are able to redeem November food benefits.

Keep on shopping, Missouri WIC!
Missouri WIC participants can continue to redeem WIC benefits in November! Missouri WIC families should continue to attend appointments and shop with their WIC cards.