Local Resources: Things to keep in mind
- Find out local clinics that offer help for uninsured or underinsured
- Contact info/address of local help/resources
- Interview a doctor/public health administrator and his tips on healthy living
- Find relevant local news stories on health issues and post links
Boone County/Columbia Mo Health Department
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am -5:00 pm
Please note that we are closed on the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
Address:
1005 W. Worley
P.O. Box 6015
Columbia, MO 65203
http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/Health/
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am -5:00 pm
Please note that we are closed on the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
Address:
1005 W. Worley
P.O. Box 6015
Columbia, MO 65203
http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/Health/
The Public Health Center offers vaccines and tests for free or for a fee. No one is denied these services if they are unable to pay. There is free HIV testing and STD testing costs $10 for Boone County Residents.
The fees for the tests and vaccines can vary based on age, income, age, and insurance status.
WIC (Woman, Infant, Children Supplemental Program)
•A supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children
•Provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to five years of age who are at nutritional risk, based on eligibility
Services Offered:
- Health screening with risk assessment
- Nutrition education and counseling
- Breastfeeding Promotion and support
- Referrals to services specific to individual needs such as health care providers and social services agencies
- Issuing food instruments for supplemental nutritious food prescription
University of Missouri Extension Center
(located in every county)
Website: http://extension.missouri.edu/index.aspx
Location:
1012 N. Highway UU
Columbia, MO 65203
Phone: 573-445-9792
Services:
-Publications and website suggestions related to Children, Diseases, Physical Activity, Rehabilitation, Seniors and Wellness.
-Nutrition Information: Dietary Guidelines and Healthy Food Preparation
