Accepting Bids

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Published on Wednesday, 27 July 2016 08:42

The Andrew County Health Department at 106 N. 5th Street, Savannah is accepting bids for sealing and restriping an asphalt parking lot. Bids will be accepted until 4:00 pm on August 16 2015. Bids may be brought in or mailed to Andrew County Health Department, PO Box 271, Savannah, MO 64485. For additional information contact Andrew Hoffman, Administrator at 816-324-3139 from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.

The Tri To End Hunger

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Published on Friday, 15 July 2016 10:17

The Tri To End Hunger

7 am. August 13 2016

Savannah, Missouri

Proceeds benefit:

Providing weekend meals for students in need

Adult Triathlon

(ages 12 and up)

• 150 meter swim
• 9 mile bike
• 2.1 mile run

Kids' Triathlon

(11 and under)

• 50 meter swim
• 1 mile bike
• 0.5 mile run

Kids race will follow the adult race.

Register online here.

For more information contact Camarie Slagle - 816-632-0605 or email.

Eat Healthy Be Active Community Workshop

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Published on Friday, 08 July 2016 13:13

Enjoy Healthy Foods That Taste Great

Learn about small changes you can make to choose healthier fats, less salt, and less sugars.

Learn about food substitutions and using spices, herbs, and salt-free seasonings that will give you new ways to eat healthfully.

Learn ideas for recipes modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, solid fats, sodium, or added sugars.

"Eating and physical activity patterns that are focused on consuming fewer calories, making informed food choices, and being physically active can help people attain and maintain a healthy weight, reduce their risk of chronic disease, and promote overall health."

 -Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010

July 12th, 2016 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Sisters of St. Francis Mother Pia Ministry Center

908 Franciscan Way (S. 3rd Street)

Savannah, Missouri 64485

RSVP 816-324-3179

Tips to Prevent Heat-Related Illness

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Published on Wednesday, 29 June 2016 15:49

Andrew county Health Department Tips to Prevent Heat-Related Illness

• Drink more fluids (nonalcoholic), regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Warning: If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask your doctor how much you should drink while the weather is hot.
• Don’t drink liquids that contain alcohol or large amounts of sugar–these actually cause you to lose more body fluid. Also, avoid very cold drinks, because they can cause stomach cramps.
• Stay indoors and, if at all possible, stay in an air-conditioned place. If your home does not have air conditioning, go to the shopping mall or public library–even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the heat. The Andrew County Senior Center is a heat-relief shelter.
• Electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90s, fans will not prevent heat-related illness. Taking a cool shower or bath, or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way to cool off.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
• NEVER leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle.
• Although any one at any time can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others. Check regularly on:
• Infants and young children
• People age 65 or older
• People who have a mental illness
• Those who are physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure
• Visit adults at risk at least twice a day and closely watch them for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. infants and young children, of course, need much more frequent watching.
• Be aware of medications that may impair the body's response to heat, including antihistamines, tranquilizers and some medications for heart disease.