City of Kansas City, Mo., Health Department

06/25/2026

Heads up!

Both the Vital Records and the Fountain ID Card office at the Health Department, 2400 Troost will be closed on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for staff training.

All other offices will remain open as usual.

06/23/2026

Whooping cough (pertussis) is spreading and it can be serious, especially for babies.

It spreads easily through coughing and sneezing
Symptoms can look mild at first, then get worse
Infants are at the highest risk of severe illness

If your cough lasts 2+ weeks or keeps getting worse, talk to a healthcare provider.

06/11/2026

Our Environmental Health Services field inspectors are ready for kick off! ⚽🥅

From restaurants and food trucks to temporary food vendors and event venues, our team has been working to help ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely for residents and visitors alike during the World Cup.

We're proud to support a safe and successful event while showcasing Kansas City's commitment to public health.

06/05/2026

Kansas City Health Department will be offering extended HIV and STI testing times on from 8am to noon Saturday June 6th and Saturday June 13th. Before the fun and excitement of the World Cup know your status and kick off with confidence.

05/29/2026

KC, don't miss this opportunity to learn life-saving skills! Our final Heart of the City CPR and Safety Training event is tomorrow from 10-2 at Hillcrest Community Center.

No registration required for this family friendly event ❤️

Kansas City is getting Match Ready ❤️⚽
Free, family-friendly CPR and safety trainings are coming to neighborhoods across the city—helping residents feel confident when seconds matter. This training is being provided by Basic Life Support.

✅ CPR
✅ Narcan
✅ Stop the Bleed
✅ EpiPen & Pet CPR
No registration required.
Learn more:
👉 www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3033/1746

05/27/2026

Kickoff with confidence ⚽
Heading out for the matches, watch parties, or celebrations? STI testing is a quick way to take care of yourself before the fun starts.
Swipe to find participating testing locations near you. Mention “Kickoff with Confidence” at your visit for a chance to win a FIFA-themed gift basket 🏆

05/13/2026

What You Should Know About Measles

Measles is a serious and highly contagious respiratory disease. It spreads when a person infected with measles breathes, coughs, or sneezes.

Common symptoms include a high fever, runny nose, cough, and red, watery eyes. Usually, one to four days after these early symptoms, a red rash appears on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. Measles symptoms typically develop 10–14 days after exposure, but can appear as early as 7 days or as late as 21 days after exposure.

⚠️ If you or someone you know is showing symptoms, please CALL AHEAD before visiting an urgent care clinic or emergency room. This helps reduce the risk of exposing others and allows healthcare providers to prepare appropriately.

05/13/2026

🚨❤️ KC families — don’t miss the FREE Heart of the City CPR Block Party happening in Kansas City!

This indoor-outdoor, family-friendly event is bringing fun block-party vibes 🎉 while teaching life-saving skills before the World Cup comes to KC 🌎⚽🙌

📍 Northland Neighborhoods Inc.
📅 May 16 | 10AM–2PM

📍 Hillcrest Community Center
📅 May 30 | 10AM–2PM

FREE activities include:
🏰 Bounce house
🎮 Video game trailer
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon artist
🍧 Snow cones
🌭 Free food
🎶 Music + community resources

PLUS hands-on emergency training like:
🫀 Adult, child & pet CPR
🩸 Stop The Bleed
💉 Narcan use
🚗 FREE car seats (while supplies last)
🩺 STI testing + immunizations

This isn’t your typical community event — it’s a celebration with a purpose 💛 Learn skills that could truly save a life while having fun with the whole family!

✨ Hosted by + as part of the Match Ready KC initiative.

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05/12/2026

Join us for the Heart of the City FREE CPR Block Party, Match Ready KC: FREE Heart of the City CPR Training -- Northland Neighborhoods Inc.

This is not your average block party—it's a celebration with a purpose! Enjoy a Bounce House, Video Game Trailer, Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Snow Cones, and more. Plus, learn life-saving skills like Adult, Child & Pet CPR, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan use—all for FREE!

- FREE Car Seats (while supplies last)
- STI Testing & Immunizations
- Tons of Community Resources
- Office of Language Access on-site to assist with translations

Check out the photos from the first event! Don't miss the fun, the learning, and the chance to make a difference! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors. See you there!
https://www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3033/1746

05/07/2026

We understand residents’ concerns and are actively monitoring hantavirus reports while collaborating closely with public health partners. No local cases have been confirmed in Kansas City.

Read the release: www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3087/1746