Greene County HD

05/15/2026

As we celebrate our graduates with family, friends, and great food, don’t forget to keep food safety in mind! Warmer temperatures can cause bacteria to grow quickly.

Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold
Don’t leave food sitting out longer than 2 hours (1 hour if it’s very hot outside)
Wash hands often when preparing or serving food
Use separate utensils and plates for raw and cooked meats
Keep plenty of ice available for cold dishes and drinks

A safe celebration is a happy celebration! Congratulations to all of this year’s graduates, and have a fun and healthy party season!

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

Wear Green Day is an opportunity for us to come together as a community and show our support for Mental Health Awareness. By wearing green, we're sending a powerful message that mental health matters and that we're here to support each other.

Together, we can make a difference in promoting mental health awareness and supporting those who may be struggling. Let's show our community that they are not alone, and that help is available.

We invite you to join us in wearing green on Thursday, May 14th and encourage your colleagues, friends, and family members to do the same. Share your photos here! Let's create a sea of green to spark conversations, raise awareness, and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you in your favorite green attire!

05/13/2026

This week, America pauses to honor the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice and to recognize the men and women who continue to wear the badge with courage, purpose, and pride.
We remember the fallen
We stand with the survivors.
We honor those still answering the call.

Drop a 💙 below to honor the men and women who give all in service to their communities.

05/13/2026

Va**ng may seem harmless, but many products contain ni****ne, toxic chemicals, and ultra-fine particles that can damage the lungs and heart. For teens, ni****ne can also affect brain development, attention, mood, and memory.

Don’t let flavored marketing fool you — addiction can start quickly. Protect your health, ask questions, and know the facts before taking a puff.

05/12/2026

Our teens deserve relationships built on respect, communication, trust, and kindness. Join our free Building Healthy Relationship for Teens class to learn how to recognize positive relationships, set healthy boundaries, improve communication skills, and build confidence.

This class provides a safe and supportive space for teens to ask questions, learn important life skills, and better understand what healthy relationships look like — in friendships, dating, and everyday life.

Strong relationships start with healthy habits

05/11/2026

It's no secret that women often put their own health on the back burner to care for others in their life. But without healthy women, we won't have a healthy society.

This , we're encouraging all women of all ages to make their health their priority.🩷 It's time to celebrate the resilience, empowerment, and unique experiences that shape women's well-being.

Find more information about IDPH's women's health services: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/life-stages-populations/womens-health-services.html

05/11/2026

Though you don’t hear the term “health literacy” that often, it is a critical piece of your health. By improving our health literacy we can help prevent health problems and protect the health of our community, as well as better manage problems and unexpected events. Our Community Health Division is committed to ensuring that you have the latest, most accurate information you need to protect your health!

Our Community Health Division works to build individual and community capacity by increasing self-sufficiency and health knowledge.

https://greenecountyhd.org/communityhealth/

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day from the Greene County Health Department! Today we celebrate the incredible strength and love of all mothers, stepmothers, foster moms, and caregivers. As you care for everyone else, remember that your health matters too! We encourage you to prioritize your physical and mental well-being.

05/08/2026

We see you out there being your best ❤️
Thank you for all the wonder you bring to your students day after day. From all of us at the Greene County Health Department, Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!