Perry County Health Department

FREE COVID-19 Community Testing continues in Missouri, and more sites are available each week! Nearby communities with upcoming events in then next two weeks are below. Find the sites nearest you and register at: health.mo.gov/communitytest or by calling 919-351-6256. Missouri residency is the only requirement; individuals do not have to live in the county in which they are tested, and they do not have to be experiencing symptoms. Any Missouri residents who wish to be tested with an anterior nasal swab to determine if they have an active COVID-19 infection can do so at no cost to the individual.

Do you have questions about your child's car seat? Schedule a time to talk to our certified staff to see if your child's car seat is appropriately installed and the correct seat for you child's age, height, and weight.

Come and join our team! Visit our website at https://www.perrycountyhealth.com/careers.php for more information. Accepting applications through end of business on Friday, January 8th.

Hosting a small celebration? Have conversations with guests ahead of time to set expectations. Stay safer during the holidays: Wear masks. Improve ventilati...on by choosing outdoor spaces or opening windows and doors as weather permits. Space seating at least 6 feet apart for people who don’t live together. Limit the number of guests and length of the event. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. More tips: https://bit.ly/3n6X3x4.

How does a vaccine go from an idea into reality? In this video, inspired by Schoolhouse Rock!'s iconic "I'm Just a Bill" cartoon, we explain the steps through P...hase 3 clinical trialsand show how a hypothetical vaccine for COVID-19 gets developed. Learn more about COVID-19: https://www.jhsph.edu/covid-19

Congratulations on the great news! WIC is here to help you get your family off to a great start by providing breastfeeding and nutrition support, education, and so much more. Visit wic.mo.gov or call our office at 573-547-6564 to learn more. We hope to see you soon!