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View more news, opportunities and resources on the LPHA Info Hub.
HUB UPDATES
► MCH page: November Huddle and Newsletter links added
► BEHS page: Q&A added for October training on Pre-Opening Inspections for Retail Food Establishments
► Contracts page: Adolescent and School Health program contract documents added for Making Proud Choices; Teen Connection Project; and Teen Outreach Program
► Invoicing link added under DHSS menu tab; the invoicing section now includes a list of programs who will accept the CLPHS new invoicing template in lieu of the DH-38 or DA-38
UPCOMING DUE DATES
► Dec 15: DHSS’s Annual LPHA Satisfaction Survey due
► Jan 15, 2026: PHIG Monitoring Assessment report for RP6 (see details below)
► Jan 15, 2026: PHEP semi-annual report due to DHSS
► Feb 27: MCH mid-year progress report due to District Nurse Consultant (DNC)
► Mar 31: MCH FFY2026 contract work plan amendments due to DNC
DHSS UPDATES
► Missouri's Smoke-free Housing Directory is now available online.
► Annual Reports: DHSS will make the following reports available on its website by the end of December. Links will be added to the Hub under the Reports section of the Communications page.
- Antimicrobial Resistant Infections in Missouri, published by the Healthcare-Associated Infections & Antimicrobial Resistance program
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (annual report)
- Master Plan on Aging
► FPHS Training: DHSS and Ozarks Public Health Institute (OPHI) are partnering to create a series of training modules to help public health professionals better understand and operationalize Missouri’s Foundational Public Health Services model. Input from all public health professionals is welcomed and invited. Email Jaci McReynolds or pop on to any of three Office Hours sessions to be held in January to share your ideas. See the Hub Calendar for Zoom connection information.
- Wed, Jan 7, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
- Tues, Jan 13, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
- Thurs, Jan 22, 9:00 – 10:00 am
► Communication Lunch and Learn sessions: Save the date for the next session January 14, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Sami Jo Freeman and Spenser Bartholomew from the DHSS' Office of Public Information will share information on how to use social media as a key communication tool. Learn tips and tricks to help you better utilize your social media channels and take away key information to include in your communications plan and accreditation documentation. Register today! You can also find recordings of past Lunch and Learn sessions on the Communications page on the Hub.
NATIONAL 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.
► 12/11/2025: The Senate rejects legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits for millions of Americans. (link)
► 12/11/2025: Several states issue recommendations, guidelines, standing orders, executive directives, and health alerts for providers to provide clarity and promote public confidence in the vaccine, after the ACIP recent decision to no longer recommend Hep B vaccination at birth. (link)
► 12/10/2025: Scientists report they have identified a pair of immune signals they believe drive myocarditis cases after COVID vaccination, and they offer early evidence that these signals can be blocked. (link)
► 12/8/2025: Common Health Coalition explains the ACIP's change in Hep B recommendation and outlines the implications, even while insurers and federal officials say coverage will remain unchanged through 2026. (link)
► 12/8/2025: ASTHO announces top five public health legislative priorities for 2026 (link) and what's driving legislation (link).
► 12/8/2025: The U.S. gets an overall grade of D+ in the 2025 March of Dimes Report Card on maternal and infant health, and Missouri scores a D. (link) (Missouri)
► 12/5/2025: President Trump directs federal health officials to review the childhood immunization schedule and consider recommending fewer shots to align with other developed countries. (link)
MISSOURI NEWS
► 12/9/2025: DHSS urges pet owners to make sure their pets are vaccinated against rabies. (link)
► 12/9/2025: St Louis earns a gold medal in City Health’s 2025 Annual Policy Assessment. See how other large cities in the nation scored. (link)
► 12/7/2025: Feature article on Tiffany Bayer of DHSS, Jefferson City News Tribune. (link)
RESOURCES
► Digital Accessibility: Free training resources on digital accessibility from Minnesota (link)
► How to engage with the media, tip sheet from APHA (link)
WEBINARS/TRAINING/CONFERENCES
► Dec 16, 2025, 11:00 am, 2025 Policy Assessment webinar, hosted by City Health. Leaders from three national local government organizations —the Community Leaders of America, the Democratic Mayors Association, and the African American Mayors Association — discuss the challenges and opportunities cities will face in the coming year. Register
► Dec 17. 2025, 1:00 – 1:45 pm, Better Communication for Better Health. Hosted by the Public Health Communications Collaborative. Learn insights and practical strategies for harnessing storytelling in public health communications, developing innovative messaging that cuts through the noise, and inspiring trust and action within your community.
Register
► Jan 21, 2026, 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 18, 2026, 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, 2026, 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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