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Press Releases

Stay up to date with the latest news from our health department. Our press releases share important updates, public health alerts, community initiatives, and helpful resources for keeping our residents safe and informed.

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  1. Operate or maintain a pool? You need Pool School!

    Summertime is nearly here, which means it is time for pool school! Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is working hard to ensure that every public swimming pool in Taney County is a safe place for every guest. TCHD’s Environmental Health Division will be hosting its annual Pool School training for anyone operating or maintaining a…

  2. Safe Sleep Awareness

    April 16, 2026 It is “National Wear Your PJs to Work Day” and the team at Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is wearing pajamas in the workplace today for a special cause. TCHD has joined forces with Cribs for Kids to promote awareness about infant sleep practices. Wearing bunny slippers into the office might sound…

  3. Family walking on the bank of a lake.

    National Public Health Week

    Taney County Health Department working for you. Every step. Every day. DID YOU KNOW? TCHD… Improves food access The WIC program at the Taney County Health Department served over 17,000 participants in 2025. This program provides income eligible pregnant moms, babies, and toddlers with nutrition education, breastfeeding education, support and healthy supplemental foods.  Helps ensure…

  4. Picture of Glenda Hunt holding the 2026 Public Health Champion award.

    2026 Public Health Champion

    April 7, 2026 Congratulations to Ms. Glenda Hunt for being named the 2026 Public Health Champion! Every April during the celebration of National Public Health Week, Taney County Health Department (TCHD) awards this honor to an outstanding community partner, business, or organization that has gone above and beyond to support public health throughout the past…



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