Public Information
Recent Press Releases
- Cover the Uninsured Week: A Local PerspectiveMarch 15, 2010
In order to raise awareness of those without health insurance, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has declared March 14-20, "Cover the Uninsured" week. - Missouri 50th in State Public Health SpendingMarch 12, 2010
A recent study reveals that Missouri ranks 50 out of 51 states and the District of Columbia in the amount of spending on public health. - National Groundwater Awareness Week: March 7-13March 08, 2010
Keep your family safe by testing your well water annually for iron, sulfate, chlorine, hardness, nitrate/nitrogen, and bacteria. - Unhealthy Air Possible from Prescribed BurnMarch 05, 2010
Air from a prescribed burn in the Mark Twain Forest, near Bradleyville, could bring smoky, unhealthy air to the Springfield area. - Ranking Data Sheds Light on County's HealthMarch 03, 2010
Greene County ranked in top 10 in Missouri for health behaviors and clinical care.
Visit media for a complete list of press releases, including those from previous years.
Public Information Staff
- Katie Towns-Jeter, MPH, Public Information Administrator
Speakers
The health department can provide speakers for a variety of topics, including air quality, bioterrorism, food safety, home and daycare safety, and more. Contact Katie Towns-Jeter to get a speaker for your event.
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