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Water Safety
Being out on Montana’s lakes and rivers is an essential part of summer. Safety during water recreation is just as essential. Water Smarts Take these sensible precautions when you’re around water (even if you’re not planning to swim): Swimming Skills Learn how to perform these 5 skills in every type of water environment that you […]
Read MorePreparing for Heat
Is it just us, or is it getting hotter ‘round here? Beating the heat doesn’t just keep us comfortable, it can keep us safe. Preparing for Extreme Heat Stay Safe During Extreme Heat Heat-Related Illness Know the signs of heat-related illnesses and ways to respond. If you are sick and need medical attention, contact […]
Read MoreMissoula County Encourages Preparation During Fifth Annual Wildfire Smoke Ready Week
As our temperatures heat up, so do wildfire risks. And with fire, wildfire smoke inevitably creeps into the valleys. Local public health experts, climate advocates, and local government encourage Missoula County residents to educate and prepare themselves for the hazards of wildfire smoke during Wildfire Smoke Ready Week July 12-19. A proclamation from the Missoula County Commissioners and […]
Read MoreProposed Regulation 1 Change
MEMO TO: Interested Public FROM: Charles Shane, RS, Environmental Health Manager DATE: June 25, 2025 RE: Proposed Changes to Missoula City-County Health Code, Regulation 1, “Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems” On April 17, 2025, the Missoula City-County Health Board approved changes to Missoula City-County Health Code, Regulation 1, “Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems.” This change […]
Read MoreMissoula Pride 2025
Take pride in prevention! Missoula Public Health is excited to once again celebrate Pride Month and champion public health for all. Look for us in the parade and join us for the following services and activities. STI Testing Our infectious disease nurses are partnering with All Nations Health Center, Gay Health Task Force, Open Aid […]
Read MoreMissoula Public Health to Temporarily Move Services this Friday
Missoula Public Health will be closed to the public on Friday, June 6, 2025 due to construction. You can access the following services at these temporary locations: For more information, visit http://www.missoulapublichealth.org
Read More“The Invisible Shield”, A Community Awareness Event
Thank You for Attending! We are thrilled that the free community event, featuring the PBS four-part film series “The Invisible Shield” was a resounding success. Participants screened the docuseries and had engaging conversations about public health. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this event to life; our attendees, discussion facilitators, partners, volunteers […]
Read MoreMissoula Public Health to Host Roll & Read Event Promoting Healthy Childhood Development
Missoula Public Health will host the 4th annual Roll & Read event on Saturday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at McCormick Park in Missoula. This free, family-friendly event promotes early childhood literacy development, educates participants on preventing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and provides a fun opportunity for families. Roll & Read encourages families in […]
Read MoreMissoula Public Health to Host Final Screening in Public Health Documentary Series
Missoula Public Health (MPH) invites the public to attend the final screening of “The Invisible Shield,” this Thursday April 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Roxy Theater. In the final installment of the series, “The New Playbook,” viewers can expect answers to the question, “With all the challenges the public health sector faces, and life […]
Read MoreMissoula Animal Shelter Launches Expansion and Remodel Fundraising Campaign
Missoula Animal Services is launching a public fundraising campaign to raise $1 million for the shelter expansion and remodel project. The shelter broke ground on the project last fall, when county officials, shelter staff and adoptable pets gathered to celebrate the expansion. Construction crews have completed the framework for the building expansion, which includes a […]
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