IL: Henderson County WIC & Maternal Child Health Services

04/08/2026

The Henderson County Health Department in Gladstone would like to remind everyone that we have Senior Transportation.

If you or a loved one, friend, or neighbor needs transportation to Doctors appointments, shopping, or getting groceries, please call Babbie at 309-627-2812 Ext. 228.

We have a suggested donation for trips to Galesburg, Burlington, Monmouth, in town, Iowa City, Peoria, and Quad Cities. You will not be denied services if you are unable to donate. Partial funding by WIAAA.

04/08/2026

Adults too!

Science shows that playing outside improves overall physical and mental health, and kids of all ages love it! As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to head to your local park and play. For fun and easy outdoor play ideas, visit https://bit.ly/3yGpH0f

04/08/2026

We still have vaccines available for children-both RSV and COVID 19

04/08/2026

FSIS Retracts Public Health Alert for Frozen, Ready-to-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due to Updated Laboratory Result

04/08/2026

Per CDC data, there have been over 1,670 confirmed measles cases reported in the U.S. this year. For comparison, there were 2,286 confirmed cases reported in all of 2025, which is more than any year since 1991 and could put the U.S. measles elimination status at risk.

About 92% of people who have contracted measles this year have been unvaccinated or had an unknown status. Experts say it is likely that cases are significantly undercounted, as many go unreported.

The AAP recommends ensuring patients are covered with a two-dose measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination series. Read the full update in AAP News:
https://bit.ly/4vdnxjN

04/08/2026

Take the kiddos and have some fun!

Free event for littles and their families tomorrow in Monmouth!

ROE #33 is hosting "Spring into Health", an afternoon of play, healthy tips, and a free meal tomorrow, April 8th.

Learn more on our Facebook event page and tag a friend who should come with you!

https://bit.ly/SIHROE

04/07/2026

04/07/2026

Find the latest SNAP updates anytime at snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov:

📝Announcements from the federal government

🗓️Important upcoming dates

🛒Links to interactive maps and other resources to find free programs across Illinois

04/07/2026

WIC Eligibility Tool
Are you pregnant, a new mom, or a caregiver to a child under the age of 5? If so, you may be eligible to receive benefits from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

WIC provides free healthy foods, personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other services.

Using our WIC Eligibility Tool, you can find out by answering a few simple questions. It should take less than 5 minutes to complete.

https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/eligibility-tool

04/06/2026

We hope to see some of you there!

04/06/2026

If your little one is still needing an RSV vaccination, call Janet for an appointment. Or come to our walk-in clinic at the Henderson County Health Department this Thursday, April 9th from 1 pm to 7 pm.

Pediatricians and hospitals in most states can continue providing RSV immunizations to eligible infants and toddlers until the end of April under extensions granted by state health officials.

RSV immunization typically is recommended through the end of March in most of the U.S. However, RSV season got a late start, and activity has been elevated later than usual. The AAP recommends infants under 8 months born during or entering their first RSV season receive the RSV immunization, if their mother was not vaccinated while pregnant.

Read the full piece in AAP News: https://bit.ly/4m8oHZD