We’re Hiring! If you are interested in a job as a Personal Care Aide with our agency, Apply Here
Welcome to Shannon County Health Center
This is the Shannon County Health Center’s official website for agency information and updates. If you have questions about this site, or need further assistance, please call us at 573-226-3914 or toll-free at 800-777-3915. We are open Monday thru Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, except for Federal and State holidays, Good Friday and the day after Thanksgiving.
Health Tip of the Week: Protect Against Whooping Cough 
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children. It can cause severe coughing spells that make it difficult to breathe, eat, or sleep, and in infants, it can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, or even death.
The good news is that vaccination is the best protection.
The DTaP vaccine protects infants and children against pertussis. The Tdap booster is recommended for adolescents, adults, and during every pregnancy to help protect newborns before they are old enough to be vaccinated. Staying up to date on your vaccines helps protect not only you, but also the most vulnerable members of our community.If you have questions about pertussis or want to make sure your family is up to date on vaccinations, contact us at 573-226-3914.
For more information on communicable diseases and statistical information, please visit the CDC website at:
https://www.cdc.gov/index.html
or the Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services webpage at: https://health.mo.gov/conditions-diseases/communicable-diseases
Feel free to browse our comprehensive site or feel free to contact us.
