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Mississippi State Department of Health Press Releases

7 Press Releases
  • Published on May 13, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    Take Action Now to Prevent Strokes

    Strokes are one of the top five causes of death in Mississippi, and we have the second highest mortality rate (52.1 per 100,000) in the United States, accounting for 1,925 deaths in 2024. During May, National Stroke Awareness Month, the Mississippi State …

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  • Published on May 12, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    MSDH to Offer Free Tetanus Shots and Vital Records in Lincoln County

    This page has been automatically translated from English. MSDH has not reviewed this translation and is not responsible for any inaccuracies. Jackson, Miss. — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is providing free Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, …

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  • Published on May 12, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    Mississippi State Department of Health Expands Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatment

    Jackson, Miss. — A novel statewide program from the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is expanding access to substance use disorder care across all 82 counties by identifying risk earlier, reducing barriers to treatment, and bringing support …

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  • Published on May 7, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    Health Department Urges Residents to Use Caution in Storm Recovery

    The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) continues to monitor the health impacts of severe storms that hit the state on Wednesday. Significant power outages, home repairs, and flooding can create dangerous and potentially life-threatening …

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  • Published on May 5, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    Webster County Health Department Closed Through May

    This page has been automatically translated from English. MSDH has not reviewed this translation and is not responsible for any inaccuracies. The Webster County Health Department will be closed throughout the month of May while undergoing renovations. It …

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  • Published on May 5, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    Awareness of Maternal Mental Health Issues Saves Lives

    Maternal mental health conditions are among the leading causes of pregnancy-related death, according to the state's Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC). Throughout May, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of …

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  • Published on May 4, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

    New MSDH Podcast Episode Spotlights Maternal Mental Health

    Jackson, Miss. — May is recognized as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month. Focusing on the mental health of women who are pregnant or have given birth is as important as physical health. The new episode of the Mississippi State Department of Health' …

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