Moniteau County Health Center

04/05/2026

🌸🐣Happy Easter!🐰🌷

Wishing you a joyful day filled with hope, love, and new beginnings. May your Easter basket be full, your heart even more so, and your day be surrounded by family, friends, and-lots of chocolate! 🍫

04/04/2026

There’s still time to grab your tickets for the California game on April 7th at 6:30PM—but now there’s even MORE reason to act fast!

There’s still time to grab your tickets for the California game on April 7th at 6:30PM—but now there’s even MORE reason to act fast!

🏀✨ Buy your tickets by April 6th at 6 PM and you’ll be entered into an exclusive drawing for a once-in-a-lifetime upgrade…

👉 Sit ON THE WIZARDS BENCH during the game—right next to your favorite players! 👈

Imagine your child being the only one family to sit beside the Harlem Wizards players during the game—right in the middle of all the action! 🏀✨

It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience they’ll never forget.

🎟️ Tickets are going fast—grab yours NOW for your chance to win!

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04/03/2026

04/03/2026

🐣🌷Easter Food Safety Reminder🌷🐣

Make your holiday meal safe and delicious!

🥩Ham & roasts: Cook to 145°F
🍗Turkey & chicken: 165°F
🥚Egg dishes/casseroles: 160°F
🍲Leftovers: Reheat to 165°F

🔥Keep hot foods at 140°F or warmer
❄️Keep cold foods at 40°F or colder

⏰Don't leave food out more than 2 hours
🥶Refrigerate leftovers promptly in shallow containers

A food thermometer = your best friend for holiday cooking!
Have a safe & Happy Easter 💛

For helpful tips, visit: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/your-guide-safe-spring-holiday-meals

No guessing – just a safe, delicious Easter meal for everyone. Remember to always use a food thermometer! https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/your-guide-safe-spring-holiday-meals

04/03/2026

🌱♻️Give your garden —and the planet—a little extra love!♻️🌱

Garden recycling is an easy way to support the environment while saving money. Composting kitchen scraps, leaves, grass clippings, and paper creates nutrient-rich fertilizer for your soil.

Don't forget to repurpose everyday household items such as garden art or practical tools, instead of sending them to the landfill. 🌼

Get creative, reduce waste, and let your garden grow greener in more ways than one!

For more information about Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling, visit: https://dnr.mo.gov/waste-recycling/reduce-reuse-recycle

04/02/2026

💙World Autism Awareness Day💙

Today we recognize and celebrate the unique strengths, perspectives, and contributions of individuals with autism. Autism is not something to "fix" —it's a different way of experiencing and interacting with the world.

Let's work together to create communities that are more understanding, inclusive, and supportive for everyone.
✨Listen with empathy
✨Celebrate differences
✨Promote acceptance and inclusion

Every person deserves to be seen, valued, and supported.

04/02/2026

Happy National Walking Day!

Today is the perfect reminder that one of the simplest ways to improve your health is to get up and walk. Just 30 minutes of walking a day can help boost your mood, strengthen your heart, and increase your engergy.

Every step counts toward better health. So lace up your shoes, get outside, and enjoy the benefits of moving more today!

04/01/2026

🤓April 1st is the day for pranks, laughs, and a little harmless mischief—but when it comes to your health, there's no fooling around! 😉

Don't let things like skipped checkups, ignored symptoms, or unhealthy habits become the real joke. Your future self will thank you for taking care of your body.
✔️Schedule that check up
✔️Stay active
✔️Eat foods that fuel you
✔️Get enough sleep

04/01/2026

📣Another great opportunity in celebration of National Public Health Week! Join us at the Moniteau County Health Center for our Tdap Clinic.
📍Moniteau County Health Center
📅Wednesday, April 8, 2026
⏰4:00p-6:00p

The TDAP vaccine helps protect against:
✔️Tetanus
✔️Diphtheria
✔️Pertussis (whooping cough)
*It's recommended that Adults get a booster every 10 years for lifelong protection, or after 5 years in the case of a severe or dirty wound or burn.

Staying up to date on your vaccines is an important step in keeping you, your family, and your community healthy.

03/31/2026

📣To celebrate the start of National Public Health Week, the Moniteau County Health Center is offering FREE wellness labs the morning of Friday, April 3, 2026.
Labs offered:
💠CBC (Complete Blood Count)-evaluates overall health & detects a wide range of conditions like anemia or possible signs of infection.
💠CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel)- evaluates liver & kidney function, electrolyte balance, blood sugar & protein levels in your body.
💠Lipid Panel-measures cholesterol & triglycerides levels used to monitor & screen your risk for heart disease & stroke.

Appointments are required! Limited spots available! 📞Call 573-796-3412 to schedule your appointment!

Take control of your health & know your numbers!

03/31/2026

📣Mammogram Appointments Available!📣

Great news! The Mammogram Van will be returning to Moniteau County!
📍Moniteau County Health Center
📅Monday, May 4, 2026
☎️573-796-3412

Call NOW to schedule your appointment! Early detection saves lives! 🩷