LPHA INFO HUB
The LPHA Hub is not searchable on the web and is only intended for use by staff of DHSS and local public health agencies. However, anyone with a direct link is able to gain access. We encourage you to avoid sharing LPHA Hub links with anyone outside of DHSS or LPHAs. If information is needed for external users, please download and send the file, or copy/paste and provide separately. Thank you.
Emergency Response Center (ERC): 800-392-0272
DHSS Updates
► Measles
In order to help LPHAs communicate about measles and the importance of vaccination, DHSS has updated its measles general information webpage. DHSS is developing new social media content that will be shared on the Hub's Resource Library. DHSS has also updated the county-level measles fact sheets with current data.
► Accreditation Funding
DHSS has applied to CDC for an additional round of PHIG funding to support public health accreditation efforts. CLPHS will send a survey to LPHAs by the end of this week to gauge how many LPHAs are interested in applying for the funding. Additional details and budget reviews will be completed after CDC approves DHSS' funding request.
► Financial Policies and Procedures
DHSS' Office of Compliance Services requests that LPHAs complete a Financial Policies and Procedures questionnaire (10 questions) by September 10. The questionnaire should be filled out by the agency administrator or financial officer. Only one questionnaire should be completed per agency. Completing this questionnaire means LPHAs will no longer need to provide their policies and procedures to individual DHSS programs and contracts.
► Health Informatics Data Requests
DHSS' Health Informatics Unit has developed a Data Request Platform, offering a single point of entry for all data requests from LPHAs. From the DHSS website, navigate to the Data and Reports menu, then locate the Data Request Form link.
► Environmental Child Care Program Annual Fall Training
This training will be held on Microsoft Teams and is mandatory for LPHA staff who conduct child care sanitation inspections. There will be three opportunities to attend this virtual training, so please keep an eye for additional dates to attend virtually. See the Hub Calendar for connection information.
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Sep 21, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
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Sep 24, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
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Sep 29, 9:00 - 10:30 am
► Water Fluoridation Training
DHSS' Office of Dental Health offers in person training sessions across Missouri in August and September (see training section below). Register
Upcoming Due Dates
► Aug 28: Deadline to register for the Fall Preparedness Summit (Sep 1 - 2); see the Hub Calendar for details.
► Sep 10: Financial Policies and Procedures questionnaire due to DHSS Office of Compliance Services
► Oct 1: Deadline to complete PHAB Readiness Assessment (at no cost)
LPHA Directory (scroll down to Find Your Local Public Health Agency)
Mandated Reporting of Abuse or Neglect
Weekly Communication Bulletins
ASAP Log-In Portal (add users or change access for users)
Data Requests, from DHSS Health Informatics NEW!
► Alpha-Gal Syndrome, DHSS
► Chemical Water Testing (revised test request forms):
► Communicable Disease Data Dashboard, DHSS
► Cooling Centers Map, DHSS
► Hep C Testing: Free Hepatitis C testing through the State Public Health Lab (10/20/2025 letter) (instructions)
► Kratom, DHSS
► Mental Wellbeing in the Workplace: Brown University offers Missouri LPHAs free online Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction courses. To enroll, email mindfulness@brown.edu with the subject line Mindful-Missouri to apply the LPHA discount. View the class schedule
► Missouri Environmental Health Specialist Survey
Public Health and HIPAA (informational brochure)
► Radon text kits available free to the public and videos on how to use the test kit (also in Spanish). (link)
Cancer
► Addressing Cancer Concerns (video)
► Cancer, Chemicals, and the Environment (video)
Cannabis
► Cannabis Regulation (main webpage), DHSS
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
► Missouri Lead Risk Assessment Tool
► Lead Poisoning Prevention landing page
Naloxone
► Standing Order (updated 6/3/2026)
► Naloxone Pick Up Locations in Missouri
Sexual Violence
► Sexual Violence Services, DHSS
► Sexual Assault Response: SAFEvT, Sexual Assault Forensic Exams via Telehealth Network (sites map)
► Sexual Violence Statewide Resource Map
Tobacco
► Smoke-free Housing: Missouri Smoke-free Housing Directory
► Missouri Tobacco Free Workplace Toolkit, from DHSS
Vaccinations / Immunizations
► School Vaccination Requirements and Resources, DHSS
► Missouri School Immunizations Dashboard, DHSS
► Vaccine Guidance from DHSS and the State Board of Nursing regarding the updated vaccination schedule
► COVID-19 vaccine available for VFC providers to order via ShowMeVax
► Docket® vaccination portal (smartphone app and web platform)
► Shared Clinical Decision-Making Guidance
► ShowMeVax, Missouri Immunization Registry
► CDC Revised Immunization Recommendations
► 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule, American Academy of Pediatrics
Wastewater
► Wastewater Surveillance: Program Update
► Wastewater: Find a Professional Tool
► SB 914 was signed into law and updates state sewage regulations as of Aug 28, 2026. Changes include:
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Elimination of percolation tests from the rules, replacing them with soil morphology evaluations.
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Removal of the $90 permit fee cap, enabling the DHSS to set more current, cost-based permit fees.
National News
► 8/27/2026: FDA approves new COVID vaccines that target the XFG variant currently circulating. (link)
► 8/27/2026: RFK, Jr. publicly questions the cause of death for two Pennsylvania residents attributed to measles. (link)
► 8/19/2026: More than 430 people in 32 states have gotten sick from eating fresh jalapeño peppers contaminated with salmonella. The peppers were recently recalled by Coast Citrus Distributors. (link)
► 8/19/2026: CDC reports more than 15,700 cases of domestically acquired cyclosporiasis since May, with another 11,800 needing further investigation. Only 9,500 of those cases in the 17 states connected to the cyclospora outbreak traced back to iceberg lettuce. The cause of the other illnesses is still under investigation. (link)
► 8/19/2026: Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc. voluntarily recalls several kinds of Outshine Fruit Bars because they may contain pieces of glass. The recall covers Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry 6-count boxes of 2.5-ounce bars and the 24-count Variety Pack of 2.5-ounce bars. (link)
► 8/12/2026: HHS announces $4 million initiative to expand rapid syphilis testing and treatment to protect mothers and babies. (link)
Missouri in the News
► 8/27/2026: Missouri Department of Health warns state is below vaccination level needed for herd immunity against measles and urges parents to vaccinate children. KMBC (link)
► 8/27/2026: Missouri Rural Health Association receives a $25,000 grant from Molina to launch the Causeway Lighthouse, a virtual hub focused on mentoring and connecting rural health leaders across Missouri. The Missouri Times (link)
► 8/27/2026: Missouri cyclosporiasis cases are tapering off, but health officials say to remain vigilant. KBIA (link)
Learning Management System, Missouri Rural Health Association
► MO FPHS Model Training NEW!
Mastering Missouri's Foundational Public Health Services Model (asynchronous online training module; 30 minutes)
► Mathematical Modelling, by John Fieno NEW!
► Animal Bite & Rabies Investigations
► Human Trafficking Training
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office offers free training.
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Training video for non-forensic medical staff and LPHAs
► Water Fluoridation Training
DHSS’ Office of Dental Health (ODH) offers free, in‑person Introduction to Water Fluoridation Trainings. Each session includes a water plant tour following the training. Water and wastewater operators, LPHA staff, and dental professionals are encouraged to participate. DNR will provide 4 hours of continuing education credits for Drinking Water Treatment and Distribution certifications. ODH will provide 4 hours of continuing education for dental professionals. Classes will be held from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Register for upcoming training:
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August 31, 2026 (Monday) – Chesterfield
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September 11, 2026 (Friday) – Rolla
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September 17, 2026 (Thursday) – Joplin
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September 18, 2026 (Friday) – Kansas City
Ongoing or Archived Training
► Subrecipient Training (slide deck), M Mahaney, DHSS OA, 5/14/2023
► FDA Training and Continuing Education
► CIFOR (foodborne disease investigation and control), APHL
*Note: Requires an APHL account.
► (HIPAA) Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act, DHSS (link)
► Introduction to MO Health Alert Network System (HNS), DHSS
► Learning Connection, CDC
► Roots of Health Inequity, NACCHO
► Public Health Communications Collaborative Academy
► Community Water Fluoridation video training series
► Grants Management and Compliance Training (eligible for incentive funds)
► Sexual Assault Forensic Exams, training courses
► Sexual Harassment Annual Training, DHSS (link)
► VFC 411 training sessions in 2026 (downloaded document)
This program aims to strengthen the public health workforce by creating a pipeline program that supports students’ interest in public health and provides a pathway to permanent positions. DHSS has partnered with Missouri State University's MPH program to match interested students from across Missouri with DHSS and LPHA internships.
Students receive a stipend of $20 per hour up to $6,400 for completing an internship of up to 320 hours depending on academic program requirements and agency projects. Students and recent graduates in nursing, environmental health, undergraduate or graduate public health programs, and other disciplines interested in pursuing a public health career are encouraged to apply by the following deadlines:
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Fall 2026 Semester: May 16, 2026
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Spring 2027 Semester: October 17, 2026
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Summer 2027 Semester: March 14, 2027
Agencies interested in hosting a student should also apply.
Interns are randomly selected and matched to DHSS or LPHA hosts. Hybrid models are acceptable, but fully remote internships are not supported. Selection announcements will be made on the following schedule:
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Fall 2026 Semester: May 19, 2026
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Spring 2027 Semester: October 20, 2026
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Summer 2027 Semester: March 17, 2027
Direct questions to Rebecca Damron at MSU.
This work is supported by funds made available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Center for STLT Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce, through OE22-2203: Strengthening U.S. Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems grant. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.