Randolph County Health Department-IL

05/22/2026

Repel the pests, enjoy the rest. 🦟☀️

Memorial Day weekend means more time outdoors – and more exposure to mosquitoes and ticks. Holiday fun is better bite-free, so protect your crew and don’t let bug bites ruin the long weekend. Stay safe, stay covered, and enjoy the outdoors!

✅ Use EPA-registered insect repellent
✅ Wear long sleeves & light-colored clothing
✅ Check for ticks after spending time outdoors
✅ Remove standing water around your home
✅ Keep pets protected too

05/21/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we honor those who served.

05/12/2026

Randolph County residents may dispose of sealed sharps containers at the Randolph County Health Department office in Chester between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Give us a call if you have any questions about sharps disposal!

For information about the safe and secure disposal for prescription medications : medtakebackillinois.org

05/08/2026

We’re grateful to partner with the Jackson County Health Department - Illinois to help support breast cancer patients and caregivers in our community. Their Patient Navigators are here to help individuals overcome barriers to care by providing completely FREE support, guidance, and resources throughout the journey. 💗

If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please reach out and connect with their team.

Jackson County Health Department Patient Navigators are here to help breast cancer patients and caregivers overcome barriers to care by offering completely FREE support, including:
✔️ Transportation assistance
✔️ Appointment coordination
✔️ Language assistance
✔️ Help connecting to local resources
✔️ Finding support groups and community services

If you or a loved one needs support during treatment or recovery, we’re here to help. Reach out to learn more: 618-684-3143 ext. 108

05/05/2026

05/04/2026

May is Melanoma Awareness Month. Wearing sunscreen daily along with protective clothing, and staying in the shade can help reduce your risk of Melanoma. Wearing hats and sunglasses also helps in limiting your UV exposure. Prevention is key!

05/01/2026

IDPH Urges Illinoisans to ‘Fight the Bite’ and Avoid Ticks During Lyme Disease Awareness Month. With warm weather quickly approaching, we are seeing ticks become very active.

If you plan on spending time outside make sure you apply an EPA-registered repellent, wear light colored and long sleeved clothing, and avoid tall grass. Perform a tick check on yourself, your children and your pets shortly after returning from the outdoors.

https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/tickborne-illnesses/lyme-disease.html

04/27/2026

Another food pantry has been added to the Randolph County list.

04/23/2026

Homes built before 1978 may come with a hidden risk: lead dust. But the good news? A few smart cleaning habits can go a long way in protecting your family.

Keeping your home lead-safe doesn’t mean working harder, it means cleaning smarter. Wet-wiping surfaces, mopping floors regularly, and paying extra attention to windowsills and high-traffic areas can help keep harmful dust under control.

Think of it as a simple checklist for a healthier home:
✔️ Damp dust instead of dry dusting
✔️ Mop, don’t sweep
✔️ Wash hands and toys often
✔️ Leave shoes at the door

04/21/2026

Spring means families are spending more time outside, and more time in the dirt.

If your home was built before 1978, it’s important to be aware that soil can sometimes contain high traces of lead, especially near older structures. Areas where grass won’t grow or bare spots that stick around may be worth a closer look.

A few practical habits can help reduce exposure for kids:
✔️ Have children wash hands after playing outside
✔️ Clean under nails where dirt can collect
✔️ Remove shoes when coming indoors
✔️ Change out of play clothes after outdoor time
✔️ Be mindful of bare soil areas

Outdoor play matters, and these simple steps help keep kids safe and healthy.