Prevention of Seasonal Influenza (Flu) Seasonal Influenza or the Flu is a respiratory illness that can have serious complications, especially for people at higher risk. The best way to reduce your risk from seasonal flu and…

COVID-19 Testing and Vaccines Testing for COVID-19 continues to be an important tool to help stop the spread of the virus. COVID-19 home test kits can be obtained through the Health Unit. The Webster County Health…

Infant Safe Sleep Ensuring your baby sleeps safely is crucial for their health and well-being. Always place your baby on their back to sleep, on a firm mattress in a crib free of soft bedding, pillows,…

Lead Lead poisoning is one of the most common and preventable environmental health problems in Missouri. Lead exposure in children can cause learning and behavioral problems, lower IQ levels, and interfere with growth and hearing. The…

Ensuring Clean and Safe Environments for Our Children At the Webster County Health Unit, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in childcare facilities. Our yearly sanitation inspections are a crucial…

Private Well Water Testing The Webster County Health Unit offers both bacteria and chemical private drinking water test kits. Kits can be obtained from the main health unit office. The completed kit must be submitted to the Health Unit on…

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The Webster County Health Unit emphasizes the importance of proper onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS) to manage wastewater in areas without access to public sewers. These systems treat and disperse wastewater on the property where it…

Emergency Planning: Your Safety Is Our Priority The Webster County Health Unit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community in the face of any emergency. From natural disasters to public health crises,…