LPHA INFO HUB
Health Observances
November Topics
West Nile Virus
► Missouri health officials urge vigilance as West Nile Virus activity increases in 2025 (press release), 10/8/2025
► Case reports (10/4/2025)
► WNV data and statistical reports, DHSS
► Using insect repellant to prevent mosquito bites, DHSS
► West Nile Virus, CDC
Seasonal Flu
► CDC Influenza key talking points, 2025-2026 flu season
9/4/2025 (for internal use only; do not share publicly)
Fluoride
► Fluoride safety talking points, DHSS
► DHSS Office of Dental Health to host in-person trainings. Seating is limited. Learn more and register via email.
H5N1
► H5N1 updated talking points, DHSS (2/27/2025)
► H5N1 national level talking points and resources, PHCC
Measles
► Measles in Missouri FAQ, DHSS Updated 11/20/2025
► Measles talking points, DHSS Updated 11/20/2025
► Missouri county-specific 2-page facts sheets with MMR vaccination rates for kindergarteners (updated 4/10/2025)
► SAMPLE press release, First Measles Case
► SAMPLE press release, Confirmed Measles Case
► Be Ready for Measles communication toolkit, CDC
► Consider Measles social media graphics, CDC
► LPHA Annual Financial Report Template (DH-37)
Per Capita Public Health Funding, 1999 - 2003
Public Health Revenue Report
LPHA Infrastructure Survey Reports
► Maternal Mortality Report (PAMR)
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Talking Points (for internal use only)
► 2025 Missouri Public Health Data Landscape Survey, Transformation Maturity and Strategic Assessment Report
► Rural Health Biennial Report, 2024-2025 NEW!
► Rural Health Biennial Reports, 2006 - 2023
Lunch and Learn Series
Next session: January 14, 2026 Register
Past Sessions:
Clear Communication, 11/12/2025 (recording, use passcode: VsG=z^%9)
Resources:
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AMA Health Literacy Video - Short Version:
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Plain Language for Public Health guidebook, PHCC
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Checklist and Resources, Clay County Public Health Center
Power Up Messages, 9/10/2025 (recording)
Key Messages, 7/9/2025 (recording)
Know Your Audience, 5/14/2025 (recording) (slides)
Audience Persona Worksheet (Word)
Resource Library
See the Resource Library for Missouri-specific sharable social media content.
Communication Resources
In alphabetical order.
► 5 Reasons to be Thankful for Public Health Leaders, ASTHO NEW!
► AI and Public Health (webinar recording), ASTHO
► AI Ethical Guidelines for Public Health Communicators, National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC)
► Becoming Better Messengers, The Network for Public Health Law
► Blood Pressure Guidelines (updated 2025), American Heart Association
► The CALM Approach to Communicating in Times of Uncertainty, PHCC
► Chagas, CDC
► Chagas: Distribution of "Kissing Bugs" (that carry chagas) in Missouri and Illinois, 2023 study
► Communicating Effectively About Mental Health, PHCC
► Communicating More Effectively About Vaccines, Public Health Communications Collaborative (PHCC)
► Communicating with H.E.A.R.T., PHCC (updated)
► Culturally Driven Public Health Communications, Public Health Communications Collaborative (PHCC)
► Developing and Producing Videos to Expand Public Health Messaging, PHCC
► Diaper Needs (framing and toolkit), FrameWorks Institute NEW!
► Evaluating Credibility in Social Media Posts, PHCC
► Health Disparities Rooted in Racism (fact sheet), The Network for Public Health Law
► Healthcare Workforce Shortages infographic, NIHCM
► Media Tips and Resources for LPHAs, NACCHO (revised July 2025)
► Message Framing, FrameWorks Institute
► Missouri Medicaid Basics (2025), Missouri Foundation for Health
► Missouri Medicaid Basics At a Glance (2025), Missouri Foundation for Health
► MoPEP, Missouri Broadcasters Association, fee-based assistance creating and placing public service announcements (brochure) NEW!
► New World Screwworm, CDC (public factsheet) (provider information)
► Opioids: Information on opioid overdose in simple language, Cleveland Clinic
► Opiods: 5 Tips for Storing Opioids Safely at Home, American Medical Association (AMA)
► Opiods: Remove the Risk, Safe Opioid Disposal education toolkit, FDA
► Opioids: Information for parents on opioids and how to protect their children, American Academy of Pediatrics
► Opioids: Talking to your kids about drugs, Nemours Foundation
► PHCC Academy on Strategic Communications for Public Health (free online asynchronous courses)
► PHRASES: Using Message Framing Tools to Build and Sustain Cross-Sector Partnerships, FrameWorks Institute
► Plain Language for Public Health, PHCC
► Plain Language for Public Health Checklist, PHCC
► Planning Before You Communicate, Public Health
► Podcasting to Amplify Public Health Messages, PHCC
► Responding to Opioids in Missouri (bookets in English and Spanish), DHSS
► Some Linguistics Suggestions for Continuing the Work Foundation (PHF)
► STI, HIV, Hepatitis, and Harm Reduction Social and Digital Media Toolkits, DHSS
► Trust in Public Health presentation by MOPHI on March 27, 2025 (recording) (slide deck)
► Trusted Messenger Program training series, Public Good Projects NEW!
► Unbiased Science podcast
► Understanding HPV and the HPV Vaccine (for caregivers), PHCC
► Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism (social media graphics), PHCC
► Vaccines: 81% of parents support required vaccinations for measles and polio, Sept 2025 poll from KFF and Washington Post
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