Health Department

The City of Columbia is committed to providing public health services that prevent epidemics and the spread of disease, protect against environmental hazards, promote healthy behaviors, prevent injuries and illness, assure the quality and accessibility of health services, monitor the health of the population, provide social services and promote and protect civil rights.

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Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services

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What's New in Local Public Health :

It's Bike, Walk and Wheel Week! - Celebrate healthy and active living with Columbia's 11th annual BWWW. Click here for a schedule of this week's events. Click here for special Try Transit Day info!
Severe Weather Season is Here - Click here to watch videos on how to stay safe during a tornado in a school, house or mobile home.
2012 Columbia Universal Design Summit - Click here for more information.
2011-12 Flu Season Information - It's not too late to get your vaccine at our clinic, 1005 West Worley in Columbia. Thanks to a generous grant from the David B. Lichtenstein Foundation, flu shots are FREE to Boone County kids (age 6 months - 18 years) this season. Click here for more information.
Updated Clinic Fees - Our fees have changed. Click here for more information.
Smart911 - Sign up for this free, potentially life-saving service today! In an emergency, your local 9-1-1 operator can access information that could help save your life. Register today at www.smart911.com
Columbia/Boone County Health Assessment - The assessment was revised in May 2011 and is available here.
Teens and Parents - Click here for the most comprehensive (and convenient) youth and teen resource directory in the Columbia area. Learn about services related to bullying, dental health, alcohol, drug and tobacco prevention and treatment and after-school tutoring, just to name a few.
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Adolescent Health Needs Assessment - The health department recently released findings of a city/county Adolescent Health Needs Assessment. Our department has a long history of working with adolescents in preventing teen pregnancy and STD's, as well as working with community organizations to reduce other risk behaviors that originate during adolescence such as tobacco, alcohol and drug use, lack of physical activity and poor eating habits. Adolescent health is an important component of public health as teen health behaviors have long-term implications on future health outcomes and health care costs.
- Click here for a summary of the results.
- Click here to view the PowerPoint presentation which talks more in-depth about the study and findings.
- Click here for the complete version of the Adolescent Health Needs Assessment.
For more information, please contact Maureen Coy at 573.874.7559.
Mosquito Spraying - Mosquito spraying on the MKT Trail and other trail areas normally begins in May and continues throughout mosquito season. The spraying is typically done weekly, on Friday mornings, with a truck-mounted ultra-low volume sprayer using Anvil 2 plus 2. The product is considered safe and is approved by the EPA for mosquito control. Weekly spraying occurs between the hours of 4 AM and 8 AM. For more information please contact us at 874-7346.
Old Medications - Ever wonder what to do with old medication? Click here for more information.
Healthy Living Podcasts - Click here for a list of podcasts on various topics, all of which can help you lead a healthier lifestyle.
Animal Control Urban Service Area Map - Try our new Animal Control Urban Service Area interactive map Use the map to determine if you are in the Animal Control Urban Service Area.
Are you looking for autism support services? Click here to download Navigating Autism Services: A Community Guide for Missouri, a 24-page booklet published by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.

Are you Living With a Chronic Disease? - Click here for help.
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AED Registration - Please click here for the required form. AED registration must be updated annually. For more information, please contact us at 573.874.7345.
Heart Attack and Stroke Risk - Are you at risk for heart attack and stroke? Click here for a free, confidential assessment. Please be sure to fill out the feedback survey after you've completed the assessment. For more information on heart attack and stroke prevention, please contact us at 573.874.7354.
Urban Chicken Ordinance - Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions. Click here to read the ordinance. The Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture is a great resource for residents who want to raise chickens responsibly. Click here for more information on their classes, which aim to educate residents who want to be responsible chicken owners.
Attention Health Care Providers Do you need information regarding treatment of pertussis? Click here for CDC guidelines.
Here's to Your Health Videos - Click here to watch!
Healthy Lifestyle Initiative Survey Results - More than 1500 adults and 800 kids responded to a survey that asked questions about physical activity and food. Click here for results.
Domestic Partnership Registry - Couples may register at the health department Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm. Click here for the required registration form.
Expanded Services for Uninsured Women - The state of Missouri expanded it's Uninsured Women's Health Services Program. Visit the state's website, view our flier or call us at 573-874-7356 for assistance.
Bed Bugs - Everything you need to know about Bed Bugs
Columbia Cooks! View recipes from this year's chefs!
Smoking Cessation Program- Learn how we can help you quit or read our manual to start your own organization's smoking cessation program!
The City of Columbia Smoking Ordinance - View our Brochure and Fact Sheet.

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