City of St. Louis Department of Health

Thank you to the National Council of Negro Women for honoring me today with the Hidden Treasures: Anchors of the Community award. It is a deep honor for an organization that is rooted in leading, empowering and advocating for women and families in our community, to celebrate my contributions 🤎

Don’t miss out on an incredible opportunity TOMORROW! Join the First Ladies of St. Louis at the 4th Annual Health Equity Seminar🩺✨. This is your chance to engage in vital discussions about the urgent health issues affecting our community and learn practical strategies to lower the risk of health diseases. Plus, enjoy FREE health screenings and vaccines for you and your family! ❤️Make a positive change for your health—mark your calendar for this important event! Free tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/gp3rPyZh

🐾✨ Join us this Sunday at the Thomas Dunn Learning Center for Shelter Build Day with the St. Louis Feral Cat Outreach team! 🏠❤️ Help us create cozy shelters for our feline friends as we work together to make a difference in our community. 🗓️ Date: Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 🕘 Time: 12 PM - 5 PM 📍 Location: Thomas Dunn Learning Center No experience is needed—just bring your love for cats and a willingness to lend a hand! Together, we can provide warmth and safety for those in need. 🌟 Let’s build a better world for our furry companions! Spread the word and tag your friends who would love to help out! 🐱💕

This fall, protect yourself and your loved ones from the #flu, #COVID19, and #RSV by keeping up-to-date on your #vaccinations. Learn more about the five vaccines available this fall and who is eligible for each. vaccines.gov

Ponerse al día con las #vacunas puede ayudarle a usted y a sus seres queridos a protegerse contra la #influenza, el #COVID19 y el #VRS. Infórmese más sobre las cinco vacunas disponibles este otoño y sobre quiénes son elegibles. vaccines.gov

Happy Halloween 🎃 Prepare your trick-or-treater with safety items: a flashlight, reflective tape or strips applied to costumes, and candy bags. Also, it's important to ensure they eat only factory-wrapped treats. If you have any doubt about the safety of a treat, throw it out. #SaferSTL #HealthySTL

Syphilis doesn’t just affect adults—it can have lifelong effects on newborns, too. Congenital syphilis is on the rise, but it’s 100% preventable with early testing and treatment. Let’s work together to protect our little ones. #GetTested #ProtectOurBabies #StopSyphilis

Don't miss this insightful presentation by Director Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, on November 7 at 12 p.m., where she will discuss Reducing Barriers to Health Equity: The Intersection of Public Health and Academic Medical Institutions. 🩺 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gNDjYfP2 Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences (NUCATS) Institute

Join The First Ladies of St. Louis 4th Annual Health Equity Seminar- One of the most significant screening events of the year! November 2 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Greater Grace Church. The seminar will cover the pressing health issues in our community, including heart health, diabetes, and much more. Come out and enjoy free screenings, vaccines, and fun giveaways🎊 Get your free tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gK7uMKKr See details ⤵️

🌟🎥 Exciting News! Our Director of Health was recently featured on a segment for Great Day, highlighting the importance of staying healthy this respiratory illness season. 🩺✨ As we enter this critical time of year, it's crucial for our community to prioritize vaccinations and take preventive measures against flu, COVID-19, and RSV. 💉🦠 Check out the link to hear valuable insights and tips on how you can protect yourself and your loved ones! Let’s work together to keep our community safe and healthy. 💪 ❤️ https://lnkd.in/grMrDnEF #HealthMatters #Vaccinate #StayHealthy #GreatDay #CommunityCare Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA