Welcome to the Marion County Health Department
& Home Health Agency!
The Marion County Health Department and Home Health Agency is responsible
for protecting and promoting the health of Marion County residents,
assessing health status and needs, developing policies and priorities,
and assuring the communities that public health needs are met.
Many services are available to anyone regardless of financial stature
and are free of charge. Some services have a fee based on the cost
of providing the service.
Please take a moment to explore the many services we provide by
selecting a link at the left. If you need additional information
or wish to contact us about something not listed on our website,
please contact
us. We'll be glad to speak with you.
H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information
H1N1 is a new virus. The symptoms are similiar to having the seasonal flu. Prevention is the same as in all flu viruses. Last year's flu vaccine is not effective on H1N1. This new virus is treatable. If you are diagnosed by a physician to be positive, the doctor may write a prescription for an anti-viral. Under normal circumstances, you take this medication and recover at home. Be pro active in your prevention!
Wash your hands
Cover your mouth when you cough (on your sleeve)
Keep your hands away from your face
Be aware of your health
Stay home, if you are ill
Keep your kids home, if they are ill
See your health care provider, if you have symptoms
For questions on H1N1 (SWINE FLU) call Marion Co Health
Department 573-221-1166
NEWS
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Blood pressure clinics, TB tesing, WIC certification, meetings are more! Click here and stay up to date.
The Marion County Health Department is sponsoring its 6th Annual Halloween Parade, Saturday October 23 at 6:30 pm!
For more information, or to register your float, click here!
Protect yourself and your family from Community Acquired MRSA (Methicillin–resistant Staphylococcus aureus). For more info click here.
Informaton regarding Food Worker licensing, person-in-charge, and FAQ's. For more info click here.
