Morgan County Health Department

01/16/2026

Attn Morgan County Residents: Health Department offices will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observation of the holiday. Services will resume during regular business hours on Tuesday, January 20. Thank you for supporting your local health department.

01/06/2026

This week’s respiratory illness update⚠️

We've moved from moderate to high this week in Illinois, with flu and COVID-19 levels continuing to rise.

It's even more important now to protect yourself and your loved ones by:
➡️ Washing your hands often
➡️ Covering coughs and sneezes
➡️ Staying home if you're sick
➡️ Considering wearing a mask - especially in crowded indoor spaces
➡️ Getting your annual flu and COVID-19 shots

📊 See the full picture on our Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/respiratory-disease/surveillance/respiratory-disease-report.html
📰Find more information: https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news/2026/january/release-20260105.html

12/31/2025

Attn Morgan County Residents: Health Department offices will be closed tomorrow, January 1 in observance of the holiday. We will resume regular business hours on Friday, January 2. Thank you for supporting your local health department.

12/29/2025

Attn Morgan County Residents: Health Department offices will be closed this Thursday, January 1 in observance of the holiday. We will resume regular business hours on Friday, January 2. Thank you for supporting your local health department.

12/24/2025

Public Service Reminder: Morgan County Health Department offices will be closed tomorrow and Thursday in observation of the holiday. Services will resume on Friday, December 26. Thank you for supporting your local health department.

12/16/2025

Attn Morgan County Residents: Health Department offices will be closed next Wednesday and Thursday in observation of the holiday. Services will resume during regular business hours on Friday, December 26. Thank you for supporting your local health department.

12/03/2025

As temperatures fall, it’s crucial to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from the dangers of extreme cold.

12/01/2025

Still have Thanksgiving leftovers in your refrigerator?

If they don't get gobbled up today, consider placing them in the freezer to enjoy later. As a general rule, leftovers are safe in the refrigerator for up to four days.

For more infomation on safely handling leftovers visit https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/food-safety/holidays.html #:~:text=Clean%20%E2%80%93%20Clean%20your%20hands%2C%20surfaces,Proper%20Thawing%20and%20Cooking

11/25/2025

✔️ Boil Order Lifted in Jacksonville⚠️
The boil order for all addresses within the city limits on Westgate Ave and all areas west of Westgate Ave has been lifted!

✔️ Boil Order Lifted ⚠️
The boil order for all addresses within the city limits on Westgate Ave and all areas west of Westgate Ave has been lifted!

https://cms6.revize.com/revize/jacksonville/news_detail_T15_R55.php

11/24/2025

Let's talk 🦃 - it's time to thaw that bird! The USDA recommends allowing 24 hours of thaw time for every 4-5 pounds of turkey. For more information on safe options for thawing, including a thawing calculator visit https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/poultry/your-safe-thanksgiving-guide

11/21/2025

Public Service Update: Morgan County Health Department offices will close at noon today. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will resume regular business hours on Monday, November 24. Thank you for supporting your local health department.