Helpful Resources.
Checklists, brochures, and practical guides from Mississippi agencies, gathered in one place. Find something useful, put it into action, and share it with your household or community.
Be Well
Mississippi health information, printable materials, and connections to established state programs.
Know Your Numbers
A Mississippi brochure with space to record health numbers, medications, and questions for your healthcare team. Ask your healthcare professional which targets apply to you.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Open printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Diabetes and your vision
Learn about diabetes-related eye health, with Mississippi information and points to discuss with your healthcare professional.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Open printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Diabetes and kidney health
Mississippi’s fact sheet explains diabetes and kidney disease, testing, and prevention topics to discuss with your healthcare team.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Open printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Breast & cervical cancer screening
An introduction to Mississippi’s screening program and services. Use the current program website to confirm eligibility and find participating providers.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Open printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Measure blood pressure at home
A preparation, positioning, and measurement guide posted in MSDH’s heart-health resources. Use it with your healthcare team’s instructions.
Source: Shared by MSDH · Adapted from AMA/Johns Hopkins materialOpen printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Mississippi diabetes education & support
Explore MSDH’s diabetes prevention and self-management programs, including Freedom. Confirm eligibility, referrals, schedules, and costs with the program.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Explore MSDH programs (opens in a new tab)Diabetes print materials available by request (opens in a new tab)Bring health checklists and questions to your healthcare professional to decide what is right for you.
Stay Safe
Prepare with MEMA, review home safety with MSDH, and find consumer guidance from the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office.
MEMA disaster supply kit checklist
MEMA’s disaster guide includes a disaster supply kit checklist. Save the guide, then print just the checklist pages you need.
Source: Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)Open printable guide (opens in a new tab)View MEMA’s emergency kit list (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Make a household emergency plan
Work through planning questions, household needs, emergency contacts, and ways to practice your plan.
Source: MEMAOpen planning guide (opens in a new tab)Avoid common scams
The Attorney General’s consumer tips explain common scams and practical ways to recognize suspicious requests.
Source: Mississippi Attorney General’s OfficeOpen printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Stop unwanted calls & texts
A 2026 guide with preventive steps and Mississippi contacts for reporting unwanted calls and texts.
Source: Mississippi Attorney General’s OfficeOpen printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Safe & healthy home checklist
Work through this Mississippi room-by-room checklist for a safer, healthier home, from living spaces and bathrooms to the yard.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Open printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Storm recovery: protect yourself from fraud
Tips for storm victims on choosing contractors, recognizing scams, keeping records, and seeking consumer help.
Source: Mississippi Attorney General’s OfficeOpen printable guide (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Let’s Move
Movement information and printable guides available through the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Move Your Way: adults
A simple fact sheet with ideas for adding physical activity to everyday life and understanding different kinds of movement.
Source: Shared by MSDH · U.S. HHS Move Your Way materialOpen printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Move Your Way: older adults
An older-adult version with ideas for starting slowly, building activity, and including strength, balance, and flexibility.
Source: Shared by MSDH · U.S. HHS Move Your Way materialOpen printable PDF (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Find movement that works for you
Explore Mississippi’s physical-activity resources, including walking information and Move Your Way guidance.
Source: Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)Explore MSDH movement resources (opens in a new tab)From the sofa to a 5K walk
A 12-week, week-by-week walking schedule available on MSDH’s website. Review the plan and choose activity suited to your abilities and healthcare guidance.
Source: Shared by MSDH · Walking plan credited to Mississippi Track ClubOpen walking plan (opens in a new tab)Source & related resources (opens in a new tab)Joy Break
Make a little room for fun, reflection, and connection.
Meet
Anchored Souls.
Created with older adults in mind, Anchored Souls offers welcoming activities to enjoy on your own or share with someone.
- Play: Enjoy word games, trivia, and other simple activities.
- Remember: Explore familiar music, memories, and conversation starters.
- Reflect: Find encouragement, scripture, and moments of gratitude.
- Connect: Share a story or enjoy an activity with a friend or loved one.
Anchored Souls and TogetherMS were created by Jacqueline Cartwright. Anchored Souls is an independent website.
How do I save or print a resource?
Open the resource using its button. For a PDF, choose the download icon to save a copy or the printer icon to print. On a phone or tablet, these options may be in the Share menu. For a web guide, use the source page’s Print option or your browser’s Print menu. You can usually choose “Save as PDF” instead of a printer.
For longer guides, print only the pages you need. Keep completed worksheets containing health details, contact numbers, or other personal information in a safe place.