The state Senate has given initial approval to legislation that would create a prescribed pediatric extended-care center license issued by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). The bill from Sen. Rusty Black, R-Chillicothe, focuses on providing...
Missouri’s rate of measles is on the rise. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said measles cases or outbreaks have emerged in several states, including Missouri earlier this year. Measles is a highly contagious and serious disease, especially...
A new dashboard has been unveiled to help Missouri residents find long-term care homes with bed and service availability. Long-term care centers, including all levels of care, are encouraged to fill out a weekly survey to report how many beds are available, and which...
Missouri’s older population is growing. There are currently more than 1.1 million Missourians over the age of 60, which is about 23% of the state’s population, according to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). In ten years, more than...
February is heart health awareness month. Here to assist with healthy tips and signs to look out for is Joyce Hoth, Public Health Program Supervisor for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
