Religious exemptions for immunizations available
The State Epidemiologist will approve and issue exemptions when parents or guardians (religious) or physicians (medical) complete the required process and request form.
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Grants aim to improve equity for Mississippians
Mississippi State Department of Health’s (MSDH) Office of Preventive Health and Health Equity has awarded nearly $2 million dollars in grants to organizations that address health disparities and advance health equity within the state.
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Health department reminders for victims of severe weather
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) continues to monitor the health impacts of recent severe weather.
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More than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases reported by health officials
In all, Mississippi has seen a total of 981,020 coronavirus cases and 13,257 deaths.
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First pediatric COVID-19 death for 2023 reported in state
14 pediatric deaths from COVID-19 in state since pandemic started.
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Naloxone opioid overdose kits available free of charge
The medication can reverse an overdose of opioids such as heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications.
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Norovirus outbreak from Texas includes Mississippi
Norovirus alert includes Mississippi.
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