By Brandee Turney, Environmental Public Health Supervisor at Springfield-Greene County Health The nights are becoming brisk, and the leaves are beginning to change as we welcome Autumn to the Ozarks. Along with Autumn we also welcome Food Safety Awareness Month in September. As the fall festivals begin, there are a…

It can be hard to talk about something that is uncomfortable. But we need to talk about suicide. Our community and our men especially need it. In recent years, the suicide mortality rate in Springfield-Greene County has surpassed the averages of both Missouri and the United States. For men in…

Substance use impacts people and families from every part of our community. On International Overdose Awareness Day, it is important to recognize the proactive steps we can take to prevent overdose deaths. By putting interventions in place, our community can ensure help is available when it is needed most. According…

By Stephanie Woehl, RN, Coordinator of Communicable Disease Prevention with Springfield-Greene County Health In preventive healthcare, few measures hold as much significance as vaccines. Among these, the shingles vaccine is a crucial defense against a painful and potentially debilitating condition. Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus…

By Kendra Findley with Springfield-Greene County Health With summer at its peak and fall just around the corner, nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike eagerly embrace the various outdoor amenities that the Ozarks has to offer. Whether it’s an afternoon hike, a camping trip with friends, or a cozy bonfire…

By Maggie Rogers, Public Health Planner at Springfield-Greene County Health Many people are still cleaning up after Sunday night’s surprise storm. Some homes and businesses are still without power, and we are all working through some hot and humid days. …

By Chris Gonterman, Environmental Public Health Supervisor at Springfield-Greene County Health As the warm days and clear skies of summer continue, people are eager to embrace outdoor activities, including BBQs, parties, picnics and other celebrations. While these events are all about fun and delicious food, they can also pose risks…

By Springfield-Greene County Health With the sun shining brightly this summer, it’s time for us to celebrate National UV Safety Awareness Month. This is the perfect occasion to learn about the importance of sun safety and how we can enjoy the great outdoors while taking care of ourselves. …

By Aaron Schekorra, Public Health Information Administrator with Springfield-Greene County Health Last year, a coalition of public health, heath care and community organizations released the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment. The report revealed that our community was facing a significant rate of drug use and overdose fatalities. People living in…