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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Missouri, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

State Maternal and Child Health Department

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is the state agency responsible for overseeing maternal, infant, and child health programs in Missouri, specifically through its MO HealthNet Division. Within DHSS, the Maternal Child Health (MCH) Services Program focuses on initiatives that improve the health and well-being of mothers, infants, and children across the state.
Contact Information
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
912 Wildwood Drive
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
Phone: (573) 751-6400
Fax: (573) 751-6010
Email: info@health.mo.govAdditional Support Services
Additional Support Services
TEL-LINK: Provides confidential information and referrals on maternal and child health services.
Phone: 1-800-TEL-LINK (1-800-835-5465)
Website: TEL-LINK

Maternal Child Health Services Program

Address

930 Wildwood Drive
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
Email: MCHServicesProgram@health.mo.gov

Hours of Operation
The general hours of operation for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services are:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Central Time)

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