MOCPHE

14/11/2022

Fight the flu too! Get vaccinated against both the flu and COVID-19 to stay super healthy this fall. The flu shot protects people 6 months and older from 4 strains of the virus. You can now get your flu shot at any of our 3 health centers in Berkeley, Pine Lawn or Sunset Hills, weekdays from 8 - 10:30am and 1 - 3pm. Walk-ups are welcome. Please note that flu shots are processed via patients’ insurance with the sliding-scale fee applied for patients without health insurance.

14/11/2022

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in American men. Here in Springfield, the heart disease mortality rate is higher than the national average. Ask your doctor today about your risk of heart disease and learn more about heart disease in our community by visiting ozarkshealthcommission.org

14/11/2022

This time of year brings more respiratory viruses, like respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The virus causes mild cold-like symptoms for most people, but it can be very serious for adults 65+ or those with certain chronic medical conditions. To protect yourself & others:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you’re sick.
• Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your upper shirt sleeve, not your hands.
• Clean frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs and mobile devices.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/2GlAmm9

04/08/2022

22/06/2022

We now have a case in Missouri.

Monkeypox Update: As of June 21, 2022, confirmed or probable monkeypox cases have been identified in over 41 countries, including 141 in the U.S. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3HmORDD.

30/04/2022

When you get sick, your children, grandchildren, and parents may be at risk, too.

Adults are the most common source of pertussis (whooping cough) infection in infants which can be deadly for babies. When you get vaccinated, you are protecting yourself and your family.

William shares his story of getting whooping cough - and he's a doctor!
https://www.nfid.org/real-stories/a-doctors-personal-experience-with-whooping-cough/

30/04/2022

Vaccinations aren't just for kids. They help protect older adults from serious diseases as well.

29/04/2022

Chickenpox isn't just a kids' disease. Jeannine tells her story.

https://www.nfid.org/real-stories/an-adults-battle-with-chickenpox/

(Photo: University of Toledo)

29/04/2022

Your co-workers need you to get vaccinated.

In the US each year, millions of adults get sick from vaccine-preventable diseases, causing them to miss work and leaving them unable to care for those who depend on them, including their children and/or aging parents.

Get vaccinated for yourself and for your co-workers.

29/04/2022

Dash was a healthy young healthy man headed for college, until he ended up in the hospital with a dangerous bacterial illness.
https://www.nfid.org/real-stories/14849/

(Source: ShotByShot.org)

18-year-old high school athlete battles with meningococcal disease

28/04/2022

Vaccinations aren't just for kids. Vaccinations keep adults safe and healthy, as well.

Find out which vaccinations you need.