Community Health Engagement and Outreach

MU Extension’s Community Health program’s goal is to achieve optimal health and well-being for every Missourian at every stage of life.

What we do

Our work touches each area of people’s lives, also known as the social determinants of health. By focusing on all the factors that contribute to our health and well-being, we are able to partner and work collaboratively to positively impact the health and well-being of individuals, communities and the state. Through coordinated, collective action and focused intention, we lead with curiosity and partnership in mind, continually improving in order to work efficiently, cohesively and succinctly.

How we do it

Health is woven into nearly every facet of communities; we have a role to play in our own health and the health of our communities. We work to promote healthy, safe and thriving communities where health is a shared value. Through established relationships and presence in communities, we partner, engage and empower communities to address social challenges where people live, work, learn and play.

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It's important for us to be informed of the updates regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to ensure that we're accessing accurate information from reputable sources. Please refer to the following sources for the most recent information and updates:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website(opens in new window)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information from MU Health(opens in new window)
Digital Resource (PDF)
Digital Resource - Spanish version (PDF)
MO DHHS COVID-19 Hotline: 877-435-8411

Coronavirus, COVID-19, is causing uncertainty and anxiety to many. Community Health Engagement & Outreach would like to share information and resources that may help maintain a positive outlook, a healthy mindset, and overall wellbeing.

Emotional Health and Wellbeing (PDF)

Here are several key practices that may help prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19):

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least twenty seconds or using a hand sanitizer with 60%+ alcohol
Cover your face with your sleeve or a tissue when you sneeze or cough (and then throw away the tissue)
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth
Limit contact with people who may be sick
Stay home if you’re feeling ill
Seek medical attention for fever, cough or difficulty breathing.

Our Community Health Team has developed some helpful information and resources for and your community. It is our hope that we can all work together to make the best of whatever the situation — knowing that we’re all in this together. Remember to stay calm, get information from reputable sources and continue to practice good respiratory hygiene.

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The Office of HOPE is a consortium between MU Extension, School of Medicine, Sinclair School of Nursing, and College of Health Sciences focused on improving healthcare outcomes in rural communities across the State of Missouri.