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Food Safety Check ✅

🌡️ Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.

Food left out for more than two hours, or one hour when temperatures exceed 90°F, can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

When in doubt, throw it out.

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July 16, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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Learn more about symptoms, prevention, and current guidance by visiting: cdc.gov/cyclosporias....

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Infographic titled "What You Need to Know About Cyclosporiasis: How to Prevent Infection." Reduce your risk of cyclosporiasis by thoroughly washing fresh produce under clean, running water before eating and by following safe food-handling practices. Chemically disinfecting or sanitizing produce may not fully eliminate Cyclospora. It is important to wash all fresh produce thoroughly, even if it is labeled as pre-washed. Prevention tips: Wash fresh produce thoroughly. Wash your hands often. Practice safe food handling. Drink safe water. Stay informed about food recalls. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Graphic created by the City of St. Louis Department of Health. Infographic titled "What You Need to Know About Cyclosporiasis." If you experience prolonged or watery diarrhea, especially if it lasts more than a few days, consult your health care provider. For more information about cyclosporiasis, including symptoms, prevention, and treatment, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) webpage: https://www.cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis/ Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Graphic created by the City of St. Louis Department of Health.
July 17, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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🦟 World Mosquito Day

Don’t let mosquitoes bug you! Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses by using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves, and removing standing water around your home.

Fight the bite. Protect your health.

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August 20, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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💚 Today is #WorldHepatitisDay. Viral hepatitis often has no symptoms but can lead to serious liver disease. Talk to your health care provider about testing and recommended vaccines. Learn more: www.cdc.gov/hepatitis #HealthySTL
July 28, 2026 at 8:07 PM
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🎉 Tomorrow's the day!

Join us for our Community Health & Wellness Event from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at STLCC Forest Park. Connect with community resources, hear from guest speakers, and take a step toward a healthier future.

💙 Prevention Powers a Healthier You.

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Flyer from the City of St. Louis Department of Health promoting the “Health and Wellness Fair 2026.” The top of the flyer features colorful wellness banners focused on mental health, nutrition, fitness, and stress management. Large multicolored text reads “Health and Wellness Fair 2026.” Event details state: Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at STLCC–Forest Park Student Center, 5600 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, Missouri 63110. The flyer highlights free health screenings for adults and children, health information and community resources, wellness discussions, and access to low-cost groceries from Metro Market. A purple box reads, “Join us for FREE Health Screenings & Community Resources.” Additional text states that parking is available in the East and West lots. The bottom of the flyer reads, “Prevention powers a healthier you!”
June 12, 2026 at 2:33 PM
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June is Men’s Health Month. Prioritizing routine checkups, mental health, movement, and preventive care can lead to healthier futures for men and families across our community. 💙 #MensHealthMonth #HealthySTL #PublicHealth #CommunityMatters
June 1, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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A healthy St. Louis starts with you 💙As respiratory illnesses rise this season, simple steps can make a big difference: stay up to date on vaccines, wash your hands, wear a mask when you're sick, stay home when you’re sick, & choose trusted sources for information.

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November 18, 2025 at 6:23 PM