Permanent Fruits and Vegetables Benefit
The new #WICFoodPackage will make the increased fruit and vegetable benefit PERMANENT! This means #WIC families have continued access to more fruits and vegetables, ensuring optimal nutrition for moms and…
BCBH Update – MoDOT STIP Comments Closing
The Dent County Health Center is advocating for community health by improving walkability and the built environment in Salem and Dent County. They urge residents to comment on MoDOT’s improvement plans for major roadways, emphasizing the necessity of pedestrian facilities, bike lanes, and crosswalks. Comments on the MO 32/72 project should be submitted by May 31st.
Minutes of May 16th, 2024 Meeting
Dent County Health Center Board of Trustees Call to Order and Roll Call Bob Parsons, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, called the meeting to order at 5:06 p.m.; in…
Agenda for May 16th, 2024 Board of Trustees Meeting
NOTICE OF OPEN MEETING AND VOTE TO CLOSE PART OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE HEALTH CENTER WILL CONDUCT THE REGULAR MONTHLY BOARD MEETING AT 5:00 P.M ON…
Hep C and STI Testing Day – May 20th
Join us for a free Hepatitis C and STI testing day! No Appointments necessary. Regular services still available this day as well. Also offering free STI testing. Hep C test…
Food Regulations Go Into Effect July 1st. Town Hall Event May 30th.
The Dent County Health Center Board of Trustees approved updated food regulations for Dent County food establishments in November of 2023. These regulations go into effect July 1st, 2024. Changes…
Main Street Country Corner Cafe 4-29-24
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Minutes of April 18th, 2024 Meeting
At the Dent County Health Center Board meeting, chaired by Bob Parsons, key discussions included the approval of previous minutes and financial reports. Health reports highlighted ongoing community services, with updates on disease statistics, immunizations, and upcoming health-related events like a townhall on food regulations. The board also addressed new business concerning Salem's water quality and concluded with decisions on contractual matters and budget adjustments in a closed session before adjourning the next meeting for May 16, 2024.
Health Fair Explained: Why do we offer the tests that we do?
Have you ever wondered how we chose what is included in our "Heart Health" Screening that we conduct during our health fairs? It's designed specifically to address the number one…
April 18th, 2024 Meeting Agenda
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE HEALTH CENTER WILL CONDUCT THE REGULAR MONTHLY BOARD MEETING AT 5:00 P.M ON April 18th, 2024 AT THE DENT COUNTY HEALTH CENTER in the…