Tri-County Health Department

01/09/2026

🤧 It’s that time of year when common viruses spread among kids, including RSV, flu, COVID-19, and the common cold.

These illnesses often share similar symptoms like fever, cough, tiredness, and a runny or stuffy nose.

📊 The chart below from the American Academy of Pediatrics shows symptoms that can help tell them apart.

👶 Almost all children get RSV at least once before age 2. For most kids, it feels like a mild cold—but some children can get very sick. Keep a close eye on symptoms and call your pediatrician if they worsen.

🔗 Learn how to protect your family: http://bit.ly/3h0N7XM

01/08/2026

💉 Flu vaccines available!
📞 Call to schedule your appointment today.

01/08/2026

Too wet or cold to play outside? Try having a family dance party to shake off that extra energy! Not only will you get exercise, but you will also have fun and make memories!
Visit https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/ to find out more about WIC.

01/07/2026

🧊🍗 When in doubt, throw it out!
Knowing how long food safely lasts in the fridge can help prevent foodborne illness. Use this quick guide to know when it’s time to toss it and keep your family safe. ✔️

👉 This guide can help: https://wb.md/4bagOj0

01/07/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer can affect women who have ever been sexually active. It is almost entirely preventable with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, regular screening and appropriate and timely follow-up on abnormal results.

Learn more here:
Health.Mo.Gov/cancer/
Free cervical exams for eligible individuals:
Health.Mo.Gov/smhw

01/06/2026

Hand hygiene along with respiratory hygiene is the most important method of preventing and controlling the spread of infections.
Everyone should:
📍wash hands regularly with soap and water;
📍carry tissues at all times;
📍cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing and use a tissue which is disposed of quickly and carefully in a bin.
📍antibacterial hand gels and wipes are not a substitute for washing hands, as gels and wipes may not adequately remove germs and bugs in the way that running water can. However, using such gels after hand washing with soap and water may reduce the risk of picking up infections.

01/06/2026

01/05/2026

🧪 Rapid Testing Available

✔️ RSV Test – $20
✔️ Strep Test – $10

✔️ Insurance accepted (copay may apply)
✔️ Results sent to a provider of your choice

📍 Strep testing is also available in Maysville

📞 Call to schedule an appointment:
660-783-2707

01/05/2026

At three years old, most children can:
• Talk with you in conversation using at least two back-and-forth exchanges.
• Ask "who," "what," "where" or "why" questions, like "Where is daddy?"
• Say what action is happening in a picture or book when asked, like "running," "eating" or "playing."
• Say first name when asked.
• Talk well enough for others to understand, most of the time.
To learn more about developmental milestones, visit https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones/3-years.html.

01/03/2026

Having trouble coming up with recipes using your WIC-approved foods or wondering which food products to buy?
Look no further! Use the "Cooking Matters" icon on the WICShopper app and find hundreds of tips and tricks that will make shopping and cooking a breeze. New tips are added every day, so check back frequently!

01/02/2026

December Food Safety Inspections are now on our website.
https://tricountyhd.com/inspections/

01/02/2026

🧪 Rapid Testing Available
Combo COVID / Flu A / Flu B testing for $15 without insurance.

✔️ Insurance accepted (copay may apply)
✔️ Most testing done carside
📍 Available in Stanberry
📍 Also available in Maysville

📞 Call to schedule an appointment:
660-783-2707