St. Louis County DPH
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Progressive Public Health Department providing a full array of services, programs, and policies to promote optimal health for the people of Saint Louis County.
Berkeley, Missouri
Joined September 2009
A career in public health can be your way to serve, heal, protect, work, grow and much more! We're looking for everything from animal control officers to nurses to waste management representatives. Find your next career at DPH! View our open positions here
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For the week ending on February, there were 2,466 positive flu cases reported in Saint Louis County. The estimated flu activity is high. 🔴
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DPH staff is celebrating #NationalWearRedDay today! ❤️ National Wear Red Day raises awareness of cardiovascular disease in women. Learn more:
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DPH health clinics provide complete, preventive care at three convenient locations! Our care teams can help you and your family manage chronic health conditions, including asthma. Learn more about our clinical services and locations:
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🖤✨ Happy Black History Month! Let’s celebrate the rich tapestry of Black American culture, resilience, and achievements! Join us in honoring our heroes who paved the way for future generations. Let's uplift each other and continue the journey together! #BlackHistoryMonth 🎉
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Beyonce won big at the Grammys! If you're listening to Cowboy Carter today, you can also brush up on your CPR skills. If you see an adult or teen collapse, call 911 and begin chest compressions. Aim for 100-120 bpm, or the tempo of Riiverdance! 🐎🤠 #Beyonce #CowboyCarter
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Cancer screening is one of our best tools for prevention. Current screening recommendations: -Colorectal cancer: everyone aged 45-75 -Breast cancer: women aged 40-74 -Cervical cancer: pap tests begin at age 21 and HPV tests at 30 -Lung cancer: anyone with heavy smoking history
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❗#RECALL Alert! Please review the following recall of Gerber Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks Due to Choking Hazard ➡️
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#DYK that drinking alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer? Having one alcoholic drink a day (7 drinks/week) increases the risk of developing breast cancer by 14%. You don't have to stop drinking to reduce your risk! Any reduction in alcohol consumption is helpful.
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#TFW the whole squad recycles. 😎 Stick with the six: -Plastic bottles and containers -Paper -Glass bottles and jars -Food and beverage cartons -Cardboard -Metal Food and Beverage Cans Plastic bags never belong in your recycling bin. You can return them to the grocery store
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The EPA estimates that radon causes ~21,000 lung cancer deaths each year. Protect yourself and your family by getting your home tested for radon through our Healthy Homes Program. #RadonActionMonth
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#DYK bacteria in your mouth can travel to tissues in your lungs, heart, gut, joints, and even your brain? Simple steps like using toothpaste with fluoride, flossing every day, and regular dental exams can help you stay healthy. #HealthyMouth
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DPH health clinics provide complete, preventive care at three convenient locations! Our clinical staff can provide care to your entire family, including children. Learn more about our clinical services and locations:
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Advance your clinical career with DPH! We currently have job openings in nursing, dental, dietetics, and more. View all job opportunities:
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For the week ending on January 19th, there were 530 positive flu cases reported in Saint Louis County. The estimated flu activity is moderate but decreasing. 🟡
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There's no right way to exercise! Did you clean your house? Walk the dog? Work in the garden? That all counts as #PhysicalActivity! Use @HealthGov’s tool to build a weekly activity plan — chores included! #MoveYourWay
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The beginning of the year is a perfect time to schedule your preventive care appointments! ✅ You can get your annual physical exam, dental cleanings, routine vaccinations, and more at DPH clinics. Learn more:
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On January 17th, DPH leadership and leaders from the City's Health Dept spoke on a panel titled, "Connecting the dots: Housing and Health Care Panel." This was part of Mercy St. Louis Hospital's Unhoused Symposium. We thank Mercy for including DPH in this important discussion!
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Create a “Tick-Free Yard” by clearing tall grass and brush from your lawn’s edge, install a fencing, place play equipment, decks and patios in direct sunlight. Most importantly, maintain your lawn: mow and keep leaves and debris raked. Plan now to take action when spring arrives!
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Have flu-like symptoms (coughing, sneezing, headache, stuffy nose)? Follow updated guidance: -Stay home until fever has been gone for 24 hrs + symptoms are improving -Wear mask + keep distance from other ppl for next 5 days #iHeardSTL #iHeardStLouis
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Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! We hope you are able to do something good for someone in your community today. All DPH locations will be closed today in observance of MLK Jr. Day. Normal hours will resume tomorrow, January 21st.
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