Missouri DHSS launches new online reporting system for adult abuse and neglect
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- Published on Monday, 25 November 2019 16:24
Missouri DHSS launches new online reporting system for adult abuse and neglect
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has integrated a new online reporting system for mandated reporters to ensure all concerns of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of the elderly and adults with disabilities are reported quickly.
The new Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline online reporting system will allow for secure electronic submission of adult abuse, neglect and exploitation report information, from mandated reporters and public citizens into a secure, encrypted database available 24/7 on a web-based platform as an alternative to calling the Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline.
“Holding those accountable who prey on and take advantage of vulnerable Missourians is a priority for our department,” said Dr. Randall Williams, director of DHSS. “Creating the online reporting system will allow DHSS to ensure the health and safety of those most in need.”
All mandated reporters are encouraged to partner with DHSS by entering reports online and allowing greater accessibility to the hotline for the public.
The Adult Abuse Hotline is operational from 7 a.m. until midnight, seven days a week, 365 days a year. If you suspect abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of the elderly or an adult with a disability call the Adult Abuse Hotline at (800) 392-0210 or visit www.health.mo.gov/abuse/ to report online. The online reporting system is available 24/7; however, it is only monitored by intake staff during the hotline’s hours of operation.
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About the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services: The department seeks to be the leader in protecting health and keeping people safe. More information about DHSS can be found at http://health.mo.gov or find us on Facebook and Twitter @HealthyLivingMo.
Protect Yourself Against Mumps
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- Published on Friday, 08 November 2019 12:52
Protect Yourself Against Mumps
Basic Life Support Certification Class
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- Published on Thursday, 24 October 2019 14:56
Basic Life Support & AED Certification Class
Andrew County Health Department
Basic Life Support
Sign up for American Heart Association Basic Life Support & AED Certification class
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Online class required prior to course, more information wil be given once you've completed your registration.
Contact Jayne White for more information or to register at (816) 324-3139 or jaynew@andrewcounthealth.com
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for the purpose. Use of these materials in an education course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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- Published on Thursday, 03 October 2019 21:44
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Andrew County Health Department would like to remind you 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. When breast cancer is detected early (localized stage), the 5-year survival rate is 100%. Visit http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/early-detection-of-breast-cancer to order your free resource, 3 Steps to Early Detection, and increase your chance of finding breast cancer before it spreads.
Women who breastfeed lower their risk of breast cancer. Nursing for a lifetime total of:
- 2 years lowers their risk before menopause by 40%
- 6 years lowers their risk before menopause by 66%
- 7 years the risk of breast cancer throughout a woman’s lifetime to almost zero.
PLUS! Breastfeeding your daughter can lower HER risk of breast cancer later in life, too!