IL: Henderson County WIC & Maternal Child Health Services

01/21/2026

Soup is a great way to pack in veggies and stretch your budget! 🍜 Plus, it’s a great way to use WIC-approved vegetables, beans, and grains 🫘
Check out this short tomato soup and grilled cheese recipe video using WIC-approved foods: https://www.tiktok.com/.../video/7107753862005624106...

01/20/2026

Starting February 1,2026, WIC formula is changing. Call the office at 309-627-2812, ext. 223 for any questions.

01/17/2026

01/16/2026

Friendly reminder that Henderson County Health Department, including the WIC office, will be closed Monday January 19th in observance of the holiday.

01/16/2026

A little humor (or truth, depending on how you look at it) for the end of the week.
How many moms out there can relate to this??

01/15/2026

New year, fresh start, same support 🥳 Whether you’re setting out to work towards new goals in 2026 or working on getting through the winter season, WIC is here to support you and your family! 💖
We know that parenting isn’t easy—and the more people and resources you have on your team, the better. Getting started or keeping up with WIC is worth it!
Set your intentions for a healthier year with WIC and a clinic near you at https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

#2026

01/15/2026

Are you a WIC participant and looking for ideas and inspiration on healthy and delicious meals for you and your family?

Head on over to wichealth.org and it's Health eKitchen.
You can find simple recipes and nutrition tips for tasty and healthy meals using WIC-approved ingredients. Learn easy cooking techniques to make meal prep a snap. Improve your kitchen skills and boost your family's health.
Check out wichealth.org now and start a delicious journey to a healthier, more balanced lifestyle!

01/15/2026

Do not eat, sell, or serve Live it Up-brand Super Greens dietary supplement powder (original and wild berry flavors) with expiration dates from 8/2026 to 1/2028.

See the outbreak advisory for additional information: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-dietary-supplement-january-2026

FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

01/14/2026

Early drinking is linked to:

⚠️Poor mental health
⚠️Lower academic achievement
⚠️Lifelong risks

📢 Parents! Talk openly about alcohol & create a safe, healthy environment!

01/14/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder to take simple steps that can save lives.
Cervical cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages, which is why regular screening matters. Pap tests and HPV tests can find changes early - before cancer develops.
You can lower your risk by:
✔ Getting the HPV vaccine (recommended for preteens and available through age 26, and in some cases up to age 45)
✔ Getting regular Pap and HPV tests
✔ Encouraging those in your life to do the same!
In Illinois, you may qualify for free or low-cost Pap tests and screenings through the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) - with no income requirements.

📞 Call the Women’s Health Line: 888-522-1282 to learn more or enroll.

🔁 Share this with someone who should know.

01/13/2026

It's National Soup Month!
When the cold weather is in abundance, what better way to sit down and warm up than with a nice, warm bowl of soup?

What a great way to use some of your WIC's CVB!

01/13/2026

You may be seeing headlines about changes to the federal childhood vaccine schedule. Here’s what families in Illinois should know:
✔️ Access hasn’t changed. Families can still get the full range of childhood vaccines recommended by pediatric and family medicine experts.
✔️ No out-of-pocket cost. These vaccines remain covered by private insurance, Medicaid, and the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
✔️ The science hasn’t changed. The evidence continues to support the full childhood vaccine schedule.
✔️ Illinois guidance hasn’t changed. Our recommendations remain evidence-based and focused on protecting kids - especially during very high flu activity.
We’ll continue sharing clear, transparent guidance you can trust.
For complete and up to date information from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) about vaccines in Illinois: https://dph.illinois.gov/.../prevention.../immunization.html