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View more news, opportunities and resources on the LPHA Info Hub.
HUB UPDATES
Visit the BEHS Info page on the LPHA Info Hub for links to current and past trainings, FAQs, and other resources. The recording link to "Communication and Conflict Resolution for Regulators" training is now active.
Missouri Statewide Drug Overdose Deaths Report, 2024 can now be found under the Communications box. Jump to it using the Communications menu button, then scroll down to the Reporting section.
Grant Management and Compliance Training information and registration links have been added to the Calendar.
UPCOMING DUE DATES
► Oct 10: Childcare Sanitation invoices and DA-38 due (electronically preferred)
► Oct 16: Summer feeding invoices and DA-38 due (electronically preferred)
► Oct 16: Return FY26 summer food participation agreement
► Oct 16: Return FY26 childcare sanitation participation agreement
► Oct 17: Deadline to apply to host a Pathways student intern in spring 2025
► Oct 24: Deadline to apply for Accreditation funding
DHSS UPDATES
Message from Director Willson, Oct 1, 2025. Following topics are discussed: Federal shutdown, ACIP updates, KFF/Washington Post vaccine survey, Missouri agriculture and food systems, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, DHSS Team Members of the Month, Changes to CDC Notice of Award termination provision, and Residents’ Rights Month.
Additional accreditation funding will be available soon through PHIG. To apply for funding, complete a short survey explaining your current progress toward accreditation and submit a budget with narrative on how funds will be spent. Applications are due by October 24. Funding decisions will be made October 30. Contact Nicole Cooper with questions.
Friday Facts will get a facelift on October 3 and will begin being delivered through the GovDelivery system. If you are currently receiving Friday Facts through email, you do not need to take any action to continue receiving it. If have not been receiving it, but would like to, subscribe through GovDelivery on the Friday Facts webpage.
Drug overdose deaths in Missouri dropped from 1,948 in 2023 to 1,450 in 2024, according to new data from DHSS. Even though opioid deaths dropped 36%, 1 in 47 deaths statewide are still attributed to opioid-involved overdose. (pdf) (live interactive report) (data dashboard)
WIC food package changes go into effect this week, including moving to store brands for things like hot and cold cereal, providing shredded cheese instead of block cheese, and removing yogurt, goat milk, and evaporated milk. (link)
SNAP: Governor Kehoe announces a refocus on Missouri's SNAP program to support the purchase of healthy foods. (link)
Grant Management and Compliance Training, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute as part of DHSS's LPHA Incentive Funding. This free training is designed for local governmental public health practitioners looking to improve their agency's grant management and compliance. Attend on part 1 and one part 2 session to be eligible for incentive funding.
Part 1:
Part 2:
- Mar 18, 1:00 - 3:00 pm (virtual). Register
- Apr 15, 1:00 - 3:00 pm (virtual). Register
NEWS
News items are posted for your situational awareness only and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of either DHSS or OPHI. News stories behind pay walls will not be included in order to ensure fair access to all.
10/1/2025: Missouri ranks 36 out of 51 for mental health and well-being based on a new report from Mental Health America. (link)
10/1/2025: MMWR provides updated guidance from the CDC on postexposure prophylaxis and treatment for tularemia. (link)
10/1/2025: Walmart says it will remove synthetic food dyes and 30 other ingredients, including some preservatives, artificial sweeteners and fat substitutes, from its store brands sold in the U.S. by January 2027. (link)
10/1/2025: A new study says autism is not a single condition with one root cause, but an umbrella term for a cluster of conditions with similar, but not identical features. (link)
10/1/2025: A federal judge in Texas declines to dismiss a lawsuit against the FDA seeking to restrict the abortion pill mifepristone, and transfers the case to Missouri. (link)
10/1/2025: News agency Politico predicts the government shutdown may be a lengthy process. (link)
9/30/2025: President Trump announced a deal with Pfizer to voluntarily sell its drugs at lower prices to Medicaid patients on a new direct to consumer website called "TrumpRx." (link)
9/30/2025: Rolla's hospital will more than double the size of its emergency department with more rooms, labs, and private spaces to treat sexual assault and mental health patients. (link)
RESOURCES
Mental Health: Missouri ranks 36th in the nation for mental health and well-being according to a new report from Mental Health America. (link)
County Health Rankings and Roadmaps has updated data on some measures of clinical care, and a second update is expected by the end of 2025. Clinical care refers to any activity related to direct medical treatment or testing and is provided by trained or licensed health professionals in hospital or clinical settings. High-quality clinical care is accessible, timely, safe, effective and affordable. Updated measures include:
October observances include:
In addition to the toolkits and resources linked above, social media content is available for you to download and use from the LPHA Info Hub's Resource Library. If you would like assistance writing a press release, article for your local newspaper, or radio public service announcement, please contact public health communication liaision, Jaci McReynolds.
WEBINARS/TRAINING/CONFERENCES
Oct 7, Public Health Improvement Training, in Pittsburgh, PA. Strengthen your abilities through interactive, skill building workshops and networking. Use code FAF205 for 20% off when you register.
Oct 8 – 10, Open Forum, Next Generation, hosted by the National Coordinating Center for Public Health Training, in Pittsburgh, PA. Share skills for stronger public health workforce, grow your community, and envision a bright and innovative future. Use code FAF205 for 20% off when you register.
Oct 14 – 15, Introductory Capitol Workshop, hosted by Missouri Foundation for Health. The workshop provides an overview of Missouri state government and appropriate ways to engage policymakers. Participants learn the legislative process, participate in a mock hearing, and discuss how to effectively build relationships with lawmakers. MFH pays for hotel, mileage, and meals. Register
Oct 15 – 16, DIMENSIONS: Tobacco-Free Advanced Techniques Train-the-Trainer, hosted by DHSS at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark. This one and a half day training covers tobacco fundamentals, tobacco addiction, tobacco treatment strategies and a motivational intervention for tobacco cessation. Trainees will also be trained to facilitate the DIMENSIONS Tobacco Free Group – a 6-week group curriculum. The Advanced Techniques training is a train-the-trainer model, meaning participants will leave the training with the materials and knowledge to train other at their organization. Every trainee will have download access to the program materials at the completion of training. Register
Oct 29 – 30, TEEX: Medical Countermeasures: Point of Dispensing (POD), Planning and Response, Springfield, MO. Hosted by the Region D LPHA administrators. Learn how to coordinate plans to provide mass distribution of medical countermeasures in response to a large-scale public health incident in order to meet CDC’s 48-hour standard. There is no cost to attend, but class size is limited to 35 participants. Register
Nov 13, Annual Missouri Advocates' Retreat, hosted by Missouri Foundation for Health. Learn how to build relationships with elected officials, how to be creative with coalition building, and organizing and advocacy skills. Learn more about this free event. Register
Dec 4 – 5, Annual Rural Health Research Summit. Hoted by the Rural Health Research Center at the University of Missouri-Columbia. This event at the Drury Inn Conference Center in Columbia assembles administrators, clinicians, nurses, community health specialists, and other professionals dedicated to advancing health care in rural communities. Save the date. Details to come.
Dec 8 - 10, Governmental Public Health Summit, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute. Governmental public health leaders from across the state will convene at Old Kinderhook to strengthen service delivery, advance systems change, build lasting connections, and celebrate the hard work LPHAs do every day. Topics were selected by LPHAs, and DHSS Director Sarah Willson will provide the keynote. Early Bird registration saves you $50 through October 17. Registration closes November 7. Learn more and register
Dec 8, 2:00 - 4:00 pm, Grant Management and Compliance Training, Part 1, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute at the Governmental Public Health Summit. Register. Alternative date is January 21, 2026 (virtual).
Jan 21, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Grant Management and Compliance Training, Part 1, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute at the Governmental Public Health Summit. Register
Mar, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Grant Management and Compliance Training, Part 2, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute at the Governmental Public Health Summit. Alternative date is April 15, 2026 (virtual). Register
Apr 15, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Grant Management and Compliance Training, Part 2, hosted by Missouri Public Health Institute at the Governmental Public Health Summit. Register
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