Pulaski County Health Center

04/09/2026

Need another reason to get registered for the 3rd Annual Pulaski County Wellness Conference? Check out one of our Breakout Session Speakers whose topic is "Fueling For Health."

"Fueling for Health" will explore the fundamental components of nutrition and the six essential nutrients. We will discover the new 2026 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and address obesity and chronic disease trends in our area and their implications for long-term health.

This presentation will disprove common myths about healthy eating and provide tools and strategies for making a diet of real, whole food possible with a busy schedule and a budget. Shopping strategies, navigating conflicting nutrition information, and effectively utilizing nutrition labels and technology will also be addressed to help us fuel our lives on quality, nutrient rich foods.

Audra Morrison is a Certified Health Education Specialist. She received her education in Community Health Education at Brigham Young University. She works in health promotion at Fort Leonard Wood Armed Forces Wellness Center providing programs and services to improve and sustain the health and performance of the Armed Forces.

04/08/2026

Have you registered for the upcoming 3rd annual Pulaski County Wellness Conference happening on May 1st? We've introduced you to several of our speakers and here's our next one!📣

Melissa Sharp will be talking about the benefits of "Trading Grumbling for Gratitude in the Workplace."

Whether you call it venting, getting it off your chest, or blowing off stream, grumbling is a toxic habit that harms the mental health of both the speaker and the hearer. Melissa will explain why and how you can trade your grumbling for gratitude to create a workplace that's both productive and cohesive.

Melissa Sharp is a certified Wellness Coach, Running Coach, Ultrarunner, Blogger, and Personal Trainer with more than 15 years of experience helping people be the best they can be physically, mentally, and spiritually. She recently co-wrote the 45 to Fit program that's available for purchase on Amazon,.

Tickets are only $25 which includes lunch! And can be purchased at https://pcwellnessconference.eventbrite.com

🎯We will have several Breakout Sessions in addition to our speakers and a health and wellness expo for the public!!!

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04/02/2026

And here's another reason to get registered for the 3rd Annual Pulaski County Wellness Conference happening on May 1 in Waynesville, MO. April Zaniewski's talk titled "Sleep Deprivation: The Silent Killer" will expose the hidden health crisis caused by chronic sleep loss. This presentation explores how inadequate sleep increases the risk of life-threatening conditions such as heart disease, stroke, obesity, diabetes, weakened immunity, mental health disorders, workplace errors, and motor-vehicle accidents. Attendees will learn the science behind sleep, recognize the warning signs of dangerous sleep debt, and gain practical, evidence-based strategies to improve sleep quality and protect long-term health, safety, and performance.

April is a seasoned registered nurse with 27 years of varied experience, ranging from in-hospital critical care, electrophysiology lab, leadership, and outpatient care, passionately specializing in electrophysiology for the last 22 years, and graduated with her Family Nurse Practitioner in 2021.
Get your tickets today at: https://pcwellnessconference.eventbrite.com

03/31/2026

✨The 3rd annual Pulaski County Wellness Conference is coming up on May 1st and you won't want to miss it!✨✨

In the theme of "Health Doesn't Happen on Accident," Michael Dunbar, President/CEO of Security Bank of Pulaski County will be discussing "How Financial Stability Shapes Well-Being." This is one speaker you won't want to miss!

So mark your calendars 📅and get your tickets today at: https://pcwellnessconference.eventbrite.com.

03/30/2026

Check out this local event that's coming up on May 1st! You won't want to miss our Keynote Speaker Jerry Snider talking about "Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World." Get your tickets now!!

03/13/2026

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03/10/2026

Please note that our offices will be closed today for a staff meeting. We will resume normal hours tomorrow.