BANNED: Red Dye No. 3 Suggested Caption: The FDA is saying goodbye to Red Dye No. 3 in food and medications! Manufacturers must remove it by 2027 (food) and 2028 (meds). What does this mean for you? 🔎 Check labels to avoid Red Dye No. 3 📢 Share this post to help spread the word! #iHeardSTL #RedDyeNo3 #FoodSafety #FDA […]
On January 15, the FDA announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3 in food and drug products. Three days later, we asked St. Louis residents if they had heard about the ban: 63% said yes. Manufacturers are required to remove the dye from their food products by January 2027. Makers of ingested drugs have until January […]
Winter storm response Suggested Caption: What do you think of the local St. Louis storm response? Have suggestions for how the city and county can improve? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. #iHeardSTL #WinterStorm #StormResponse #STLStorm #STLWinter #PublicSafety #StormPreparedness What should you know about winter weather? Suggested Caption: It’s cold out there! Make sure […]
In 3 out of 4 categories, St. Louis adults were satisfied with the local response to the January 4-5 winter storm. But snow removal from streets and roads was a different story. Poll results In the iHeard STL weekly poll for January 11-13, St. Louisans rated their satisfaction from 1 to 10 (10=highest satisfaction) on […]
What if I get sick? Suggested Caption: Take a look at four examples of how to navigate respiratory viruses! #iHeardSTL #CDC #STLHealth #RespiratoryIllness #COVID19 #Flu Why get vaccinated for flu and COVID-19? Suggested Caption: Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are advised for everyone aged six months and older, while pneumococcal vaccines are recommended for all children […]
As of January 3, 2025, the CDC reports that respiratory illnesses causing people to seek healthcare are at high levels and continue to rise nationally. St. Louis residents seem to be taking note, with 3 in 8 (38%) reporting they heard “Cases of respiratory diseases such as flu, COVID-19, and RSV are increasing” in the […]
Day 1: Introduction Caption: It’s that time of year! 🎉🗓️ iHeard is spending the last 12 days of 2024 reflecting on our work and sharing new insights about what St. Louisans heard this year. We asked 200+ St. Louisans what they heard about health information this year. What have you heard about health in your […]
Here’s what was new in 2024: Centering community. iHeard joined with the St. Louis Partnership for a Healthy Community to support local public health efforts across our region. Growing again! We added 30 new community members to our weekly survey panel this year and will add another 45 in January and February. Look for iHeard at community events around St. Louis – […]
More than 1 in 4 St. Louisans heard that pneumonia rates are increasing Suggested Caption: #DidYouKnow that rates of pneumonia in kids ages 2-4 have been increasing? If a cough lingers and breathing’s tight, it’s time to air on the side of caution. Parents should take their child to a healthcare provider if they develop persistent […]
The CDC reports that from March 31 to October 5, 2024, rates of pneumonia in kids ages 2-4 increased from 1 to 7.2 percent, and from 3.6 to 7.4 percent among kids 5-17. Among St. Louis adults surveyed, 29 percent reported hearing about the increase during the last 7 days. Is it pneumonia? Symptoms of pneumonia usually […]
Have you heard about black plastic cooking utensils being dangerous? Suggested Caption: Have you heard about black-colored plastics containing banned toxic chemicals? In one study, 70% of black plastic cooking utensils tested contained banned toxic chemicals. Read the study at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.143319 #iHeardSTL #RecycledPlastic #HolidayShopping #ConsumerSafety
[Update] On Sunday, December 15th, the authors of a study referenced in this alert issued a correction to their findings. We have updated the alert and assets to reflect this correction. Updated text is shown in bold. A new study found that black-colored plastics used in cooking utensils and toys may contain banned toxic chemicals. Over […]
Holiday gatherings often bring together people with differing perspectives Suggested Caption: Nearly two-thirds of adults surveyed who attended a Thanksgiving meal said someone at the table had a very different worldview than them. As the holiday season continues, let’s bridge divides by encouraging respectful dialogue with the people around you. #iHeardSTL #HolidayConversations #Sharing #Worldview Tips […]
Holiday gatherings often bring together people with differing perspectives, sometimes leading to sensitive conversations. We asked St. Louisans what they discussed at their Thanksgiving meals. Different viewpoints were common Among adults surveyed in St. Louis and Omaha, 74% shared a meal with family or friends from outside their household; of those, nearly two-thirds said someone at […]
About fluoride Suggested Caption: Community water fluoridation is a strategy for preventing cavities in the U.S. Have questions about fluoride? Let us know! #iHeardSTL #Fluoride Use either of these resources with the suggested caption below Suggested Caption: Do you or someone you know have questions about fluoride? Here’s a place to start getting answers. #iHeardSTL […]
This week, 16% of St. Louis adults surveyed reported that in the last 7 days they had heard that “all fluoride in water is dangerous;” of those who heard it 46% thought it was probably or definitely true. What is fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral found in water, soil, air, and certain foods. In the […]
At-home COVID and flu combo test Suggested Caption: Your favorite new “combo” may not be a meal! Now available in pharmacies and online: At-home combo COVID and flu tests. Have you heard about them? #iHeardSTL #COVID #Flu #SelfTest Use either of these resources with the suggested caption below: Suggested Caption: Test yourself for flu and […]
On October 7, the FDA authorized another over-the-counter at-home COVID-19 and flu combo test kit. One in five (20%) St. Louis adults surveyed reported hearing about it this week, an increase from 9% who had heard about it one week prior. How does the combo test kit work? The Healgen Rapid Check COVID-19/Flu A&B Test is made […]
Do you trust food safety? Suggested Caption: Do you have any questions about the U.S. food supply and how safety is regulated? Let us know in the comments. #iHeardSTL #FoodSafety #FDA #USDA How food recalls work Suggested Caption: Curious about the food supply and how federal agencies regulate food safety? Check out these sources to […]
Asked if they trust the safety of the food they buy in stores or restaurants, 74% of St. Louis adults surveyed say they “mostly trust it,” and 9% say they “trust it completely.” About 12% said they “mostly do not trust it,” and 5% said they “don’t trust it at all.” Trust in food safety […]
Ever heard of a sobering support center? Suggested Caption: A sobering support center is a safe place where people usually can stay for a few hours to sober up. It’s not a treatment center, but it connects people to support. Sobering support is just one part of the solution to address the impact of alcohol […]
If you’ve never heard of a sobering support center, you’re not alone. Only 13% of St. Louis adults surveyed had heard of it, and of those, only 1 in 4 knew the name or address of St. Louis’s center. What is a sobering support center? A sobering support center is a better community response to public intoxication. It’s a […]
Whooping Cough Suggested Caption: As of October 12, there have been more than five times as many Whooping Cough (pertussis) cases reported year-to-date compared to the same period in 2023 (CDC). That’s a lot of cases! What can you do to prevent the spread? Check your vaccination status and make sure you’re up-to-date. #iHeardSTL #WhoopingCough #GetVaccinated […]
As of October 12, 2024, Whooping Cough cases in St. Louis County are 25 times higher than the same period in 2023. Only one in six St. Louis adults (17%) surveyed this week said they had heard about the rise in cases during the last 7 days. More St. Louisans hearing about Whooping Cough This is the […]
Over 500 miles away from the nearest damage brought by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, adults in St. Louis still heard false claims about the storms. No, humans cannot create or steer hurricanes… Among St. Louis adults surveyed, 32% heard in the last week that humans can create hurricanes, 29% heard that humans can control the […]
Protection from storms Suggested Caption: Storms happen, but St. Louis doesn’t have to be helpless. Stay informed, strengthen your community, and use the natural environment to your advantage. #iHeardSTL #StLouisPreparedness #StormSafety #StaySafe #BePrepared Make a plan Suggested Caption: Here in STL, awareness of the 988 Suicide and Lifeline Crisis is growing. Let’s spread the word […]
What is 988? Suggested Caption: ⚠️ Only 29% of St. Louisans are aware that 988 is the 3-digit Suicide and Crisis Lifeline ⚠️ Let’s change that! Spread the word, and save lives. Together, we can make a difference in our community’s mental health 🗣️💙 #iHeardSTL #MentalHealthAwareness #988 #STLMentalHealth Spread the word Suggested Caption: Here in […]
We surveyed St. Louis adults for World Mental Health Day, and found that nearly half (48%) believed the mental health of people in St. Louis has become worse over the last year. Only 6% felt it was getting better; 46% said it was about the same. What do different groups believe? Among 222 adults surveyed in St. […]
4 ways to reduce the spread of COVID Suggested Caption: Want to help prevent COVID-19 from spreading? Check out these tips! Swipe for details on COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and treatment in St. Louis. #iHeardSTL #COVID Free at-home tests are back! Suggested Caption: Last week, the government announced the return of free COVID-19 tests for the […]
Every U.S. household is eligible to receive four free COVID-19 rapid test kits this fall. When surveyed, 44% of St. Louis adults had heard about the free tests in the last week. What we know about the at-home test kits On September 27, the federal government announced the return of free COVID-19 test kits. The at-home over-the-counter […]
What are people hearing about GLP-1 weight loss drugs? Suggested Caption: What are you hearing about GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro? These drugs can help lower blood sugar levels for people with type 2 diabetes and also promote weight loss. #iHeardSTL #GLP1 #WeightLossDrugs
As weight loss drugs explode in popularity, we asked St. Louisans if they have heard about GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro in the last 2 weeks. Most (62%) said yes. This was the highest rate among five states included in the survey. Who is hearing about GLP-1 drugs? Among the 551 adults […]
Missouri mystery flu case Suggested Caption: On September 6th, CDC confirmed that avian influenza A(H5), or bird flu, was detected in a Missouri patient. The patient was hospitalized but has since recovered. It’s the first case in which the patient had no known contact with an infected animal. Swipe through to learn about what we […]
Earlier this month, the CDC confirmed a unique human case of bird flu in Missouri. It was the first case to be reported in which the patient had no known contact with a sick or infected animal. It was the 14th case of bird flu in humans this year in the U.S. One in five St. […]
What do St. Louisans think about the updated COVID vaccine? Suggested Caption:
Although 61% of adults surveyed across five states think the benefits of COVID vaccines outweigh the risks, only 36% say they are very likely to take the updated COVID vaccine. Who is likely to take the updated COVID vaccine? Among 585 adults surveyed, 36% reported it was “very likely” and 28% “somewhat likely” that they […]
UPDATED August 28: Do you eat meat products? Check the labels! Do you eat meat products? Check the labels! Suggested Caption: Since July 26, more than 7 million pounds of popular Boar’s Head products have been recalled due to their link to a listeria outbreak. Stay up to date on this recall, and check your […]
About West Nile virus Suggested Caption: Have you been hearing about West Nile virus lately? Here’s what to know about West Nile virus, the most common mosquito-borne disease in the U.S. #iHeardSTL #MosquitoSeason #Mosquito #WestNileVirus #WNV About West Nile virus – Print Flyer
According to the CDC, 377 human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) have been detected in 38 states in 2024, including St. Louis County. Last week, nearly 1 in 4 St. Louis adults surveyed (23%) heard about WNV cases occurring earlier this year. That’s up from 10% the week prior. Most St. Louisans heard it from […]
Don’t eat these! Suggested Caption: As of August 16, Diamond Shruumz have been linked to 145 cases of illness in 29 states, including Missouri. Doctors and scientists aren’t sure which ingredients or combination of ingredients might be causing such serious illness. Do you or anyone you know have any of these products? Discard purchased products […]
Due to severe health risks, the FDA is investigating the recall of all Diamond Shruumz products. These include chocolate bars, cones, and gummies that contain psychoactive (brain affecting) ingredients. This week, 12% of St. Louisans surveyed heard about the recall, up from 8% last week. About Diamond Shruumz products “Edibles” containing psychoactive compounds, such as cannabis or […]
Is COVID-19 “endemic” in the U.S.? Suggested Caption: Has COVID-19 become “endemic” in the United States? CDC says yes, but some disagree. What does endemic mean, and why does it matter? Swipe to learn more. #iHeardSTL #COVID #Pandemic #Endemic Print Version 1 Print Version 2
Has COVID-19 become “endemic” in the United States? CDC says yes, but others disagree. What does endemic mean, and why does it matter? It’s new to most St. Louis adults In a survey of St. Louis adults, only 17% had heard in the past week that some scientists believe COVID-19 is now “endemic” in the […]
COVID is on the rise. Again. Suggested Caption: Research shows that as COVID infections rise in a community, people take more COVID precautions. What are you doing to keep yourself and your loved ones safe? An updated COVID-19 vaccine is expected in this Fall. Everyone 6 months and older can get it. #iHeardSTL #STLHealth #COVID19 […]
According to CDC, 32 states are likely seeing an increase in COVID-19 infections in August. Levels of the virus in sewage water – a marker of COVID spreading in communities identified by using wastewater monitoring – are three times higher in August 2024 than one year prior. Growing awareness in St. Louis Among St. Louis […]
Since July 26, more than 7 million pounds of popular Boar’s Head deli meats have been recalled due to their link to a listeria outbreak. So far, 43 people in 13 states – including Missouri – have been hospitalized, and three have died. Among St. Louis adults surveyed, 37% heard about the outbreak this week, up from […]
What challenge would you address to have the greatest benefit? Suggested Caption: We asked St. Louisans: “Many things affect the lives of St. Louisans. If you could address one of the challenges below, which do you think would have the greatest benefit for St. Louis?” #iHeardSTL Gun locks help keep kids safe Suggested Caption: If […]
The survey St. Louis adults (n=141) were asked, “Many things affect the lives of people living in St. Louis. If you could address one of the challenges below, which do you think would have the greatest benefit for St. Louis?” They chose from 9 options, each of which is known to be a social determinant of […]
What are the top health concerns in St. Louis? Suggested Caption: We asked St. Louisans: “What are your top 2 health concerns for our community?” Do you agree with what they said? What are your top health concerns for our community? #iHeardSTL Resources for violence prevention and mental health support Suggested Caption: Remember: Call 988 […]
For the second year in a row, gun violence and mental health are the top health concerns of St. Louis adults. Healthcare access and costs and drug abuse/addiction/overdose were 3rd and 4th. The survey St. Louis adults (n=141) were asked, “What is the biggest health problem facing St. Louis?” After choosing from 14 options, they […]