City of St. Louis Department of Health

My Life, My Quit™ is the free and confidential way to quit smoking or vaping. Encourage teens 13-17 to text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or visit www.mylifemyquit.com to chat with a Coach. #mylifemyquit #teenprevention

Protect the skin you're in! This month is #UVSafetyMonth. Use a layered approach to protect your skin from UV-related damage by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15, reapplying it every two hours, seek shade during the midday hours, and wear a hat, sunglasses, and protective clothing to shield skin. #sunprotection #publichealth #summertime #SunExposure

Today is International Self-Care Day, which emphasizes the importance of self-care as the cornerstone of wellness. On this day, individuals are encouraged to make self-care a part of their everyday routines and turn it into a priority. To start building your self-care plan, assess the following habits in your daily routine as a baseline: 😴Do you sleep consistently? 🥗Do you eat regular, healthy meals? 💆♂️Do you have ways to relax? ⛹️♂️Do you get proper exercise? 💙Are you kind to yourself? Start taking steps today to prioritize your health and wellness through self-care. #STLDOH #STLBHB #SelfCare #InternationalSelfCareDay

Come visit the Health Stop STL Monday - Thursday, 9am-4pm. Walk-ins welcome. Visit our website for more information: www.healthstopstl.com #HealthStopSTL #STITesting #sexualhealth #stiprevention #publichealth 

No matter the season, COVID-19 is still here! If you're feeling unwell, it's crucial to act responsibly. Stay home, get tested, and seek treatment if your test is positive. Also, ensure that you have the most updated COVID-19 vaccine. Let's all do our part to keep ourselves and others safe. #COVID19 #vaccines #communityhealth #publichealth #summer2024 

The best way to protect yourself and your family from vector-borne diseases such as the West Nile virus is to use EPA-registered insect repellants and wear protective clothing like loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants. For more prevention tips, please visit https://lnkd.in/gHTUXZPC

#DYK, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommendations for vaccines that are needed before, during, and after pregnancy? Currently, the CDC routinely recommends Tdap and #flu shots during pregnancy. It's essential to stay up to date on vaccinations, especially while pregnant. If you are expecting or planning a pregnancy, talk to your primary care provider about the recommended #vaccines. #maternalchildhealth #cdc #publichealth

Let's get into the latest #HealthUpdates with Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, tomorrow at 9 am with Djtab on Streetz 105.1  Be sure to tune in! www.streetz1051.com #STLradio #PublicRadio

WE ARE TWO WEEKS AWAY!! Join us for an inspiring half-day Long-Term Care Conference, Empower & Protect: Safeguarding Older Adults, on July 31st at Webster University! We're thrilled to feature Dr. Mati Davis, Dr. Douglas Whitman, and Dr. Alisha Johnson as our distinguished speakers. What to Look Forward to: -Earn 3.5 CEUs (pending approval) for social workers, LNHAs, and other professionals. -Gain invaluable insights and discover effective strategies to enhance resident care and operational efficiency. -Network with peers, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Register now at: https://lnkd.in/g5X5de_V For inquiries about resources available for long-term care residents and community members, call our helpline at 314-919-2403!

Over the weekend, Director Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, visited our Family Community School Health team as they provided lead screenings for students preparing to go back to school at the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Urban Expo #BacktoSchool Festival. The lead screenings were done inside our ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act)-funded #PublicHealth Outreach Vehicle, which serves as a crucial resource for our community. This vehicle allows us to provide essential services and resources for our residents. We were glad to offer this service and give parents the chance to have their children screened for lead exposure as part of their back-to-school preparations.