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.
DHSS Updates
► Ebola Update:
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May 28 call hosted by DHSS (recording)
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See Communications page for additional resources
► Hantavirus: Missouri health care providers should contact their LPHA or DHSS Bureau of Communicable Disease Control and Prevention at 573-751-6113 or 800-392-0272 (24/7) to report a patient suspected of having hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) caused by Andes virus or for questions regarding this CDC Health Advisory. Talking points for LPHA use can be found on the Communications page.
► Core Funding FY27: Funding distributed through the Participation Agreement for State Investment in Public Health Services (Core) for FY27 will remain consistent with funding distributed in FY26. Total distribution through the Core agreement for FY27 will be $13,586,508, with $5,686,508 being General Revenue funding and $7,900,000 being CHIP H.S.I. funding. A spreadsheet that outlines the funding each LPHA will receive through Core for FY27 will be posted on the LPHA Hub in early June 2026. The process for Core invoicing will change July 1 with the state fiscal year. Review this instructional video or this PowerPoint presentation for a walkthrough of the new, simple process.
► LPHA Forum: A new Forum page has been added to the Hub to facilitate document sharing, idea sharing, and peer-to-peer discussions among LPHAs. You will need to create a userID using your email address and a password the first time you try to join a discussion. After that you can join any of the discussion groups and create a new group based on topics that are important to you. Details will be provided on the June 2 LPHA Update call. NEW!
► Food Defense for World Cup Training: June 4, 9:00 – 11:00 am. Virtual session, will not be recorded. See details in the Calendar. NEW!
► Mental Wellbeing in the Workplace: Brown University offers Missouri LPHAs free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction courses through PHIG funding. All classes are held virtually through Zoom. To enroll, email mindfulness@brown.edu with the subject line Mindful-Missouri to apply the LPHA discount. View the class schedule
Upcoming Due Dates
► May 29: Deadline to register for Aug. 4-5 New Administrator Orientation and Aug. 5-6 Seasoned Administrator / All-In Meeting.
► May 29: Deadline to submit a proposal to present at the 2026 Joint Public Health Conference in September
► Jun 30: deadline to register for Overdose Fatality Review Summit on July 29
► Jun 30: PHEP FY26 year end report, Inventory Report, Tangible Personal Property Report, final invoice, and Sub-Recipient Annual Financial Report due to preparedness@health.mo.gov.
► Oct 1: Deadline to complete PHAB Readiness Assessment (at no cost)
► Online Portal, DHSS (Do not share this link externally)
► Email Holly Withrow for access to the situation board
► World Cup Health Advisory, May 1, 2026 NEW!
►Safety for Soccer Fans, CDC
►FIFA World Cup™ Public Health Toolkit, MARC
► DHSS is working to build a public-facing webpage with public health and prevention-based messaging. Coming soon!
Mandated Reporting of Abuse or Neglect
Weekly Communication Bulletins
ASAP (add users or change access for existing users)
► Alpha-Gal Syndrome, DHSS
► Cannabis: Unregulated psychoactive cannabis product enforcement (FAQ) (Report a Retailer form)
► Chemical Water Testing revised test request forms:
► Hep C Testing: Free Hepatitis C testing through the State Public Health Lab (10/20/2025 letter) (instructions)
► Kratom webpage, DHSS
► 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)
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention NEW!
► Missouri Lead Risk Assessment Tool
► Lead Poisoning Prevention landing page
Sexual Violence
► Sexual Assault Response: SAFEvT, Sexual Assault Forensic Exams via Telehealth Network (sites map)
► Sexual Violence Prevention and Response: Missouri Resource Map. Submit resources in your area to be added to the map.
Tobacco
► Smoke-free Housing: Missouri Smoke-free Housing Directory
► Missouri Tobacco Free Workplace Toolkit, from DHSS
Vaccines
► Vaccine Guidance from DHSS and the State Board of Nursing regarding the updated vaccination schedule. (link)
► COVID-19 vaccine available for VFC providers to order via ShowMeVax. (details)
► Docket® vaccination portal (smartphone app and web platform)
► Shared Clinical Decision-Making Guidance (link)
► Show Me Vax, Missouri Immunization Registry (link)
► CDC Revised Immunization Recommendations
► 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule, American Academy of Pediatrics (link)
Wastewater
► Wastewater Surveillance: Program Update
► Wastewater: Find a Professional Tool
► SB 914 was signed into law and updates state sewage regulations. It takes effect 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.
BEHS will provide additional updates to LPHAs via GovDelivery in the coming months as changes are made to comply with the law.
National News
► 5/28/2026: The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) says its FIFA has confirmed their World Cup delegation is compliant with U.S. protocols related to the Ebola outbreak, clearing the way for their team to compete at the World Cup. (link)
► 5/27/2026: The World Cup is poised to test the public health playbook this summer, with risks of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, respiratory disease, measles, and Ebola. (link)
► 5/27/2026: The American Cancer Society expands colon cancer screening options to include a blood-based screening done in the doctor’s office and new stool sample kits, including an at-home test. (link)
► 5/27/2026: GoodRx launches GoodRx Companion, a subscription program at $14.99 a month that offers access to virtual healthcare services and prescription medications at discounted prices. (link)
► 5/27/2026: A children’s hospital in Iowa will receive up to $3 million a year for pediatric cancer research under a bill signed this week that will implement a 5-cent sales tax on vapes and alternative nicotine products. (link)
Missouri in the News
► 5/27/2026: MU Extension offers education sessions that help Bootheel families with everyday skills and small changes that support better blood sugar control, increased energy, and improved health. (link)
► 5/25/2027: Mogo Moringa LLC, based in Saint Louis, Missouri, is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Mogo Moringa Capsules after discussions with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding a possible Salmonella contamination concern. (link)
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.
Learning Management System, Missouri Rural Health Association
► Human Trafficking Trainings: The Missouri Attorney General’s Office offers three free training sessions:
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June 17, Interdiction (flyer)
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June 30, Interdiction (flyer)
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July 28 – 30, Interdiction, Operations, and Illicit Massage Businesses (flyer)
Training video for non-forensic medical staff and LPHAs
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)
► Intro to MO 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
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.