Wabash County Health Department-Public Health Services

09/30/2025

🚗💉Stay protected this season without leaving your car! Swing by our Flu Shot Drive-Thru TOMORROW!🚙💨

09/29/2025

🦷✨ We want to hear from YOU! ✨🦷
Take a quick minute to share your thoughts in our Oral Health Survey. The more voices we hear, the better we can serve our community’s smiles. 😁💙
👉https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B3WG2HH
Your input = healthier, happier smiles for everyone!

09/29/2025

🌪️🍂 Did you know fall can bring dangerous tornadoes? 🍂🌪️

As we move into the fall season, it’s important to stay weather-aware:
✅ Fall tornadoes can move faster, giving you less time to react.
✅ With shorter days, tornadoes are more likely to occur at night when you can’t see them.
✅ Many people don’t expect severe weather in the fall, but it can happen as we transition into winter.

⚠️ Stay prepared: Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts — especially at night!

Stay safe, Wabash County. 💙

09/28/2025

THIS WEEK! Join us for a drive thru flu clinic! If you have any questions please call 618-263-3873.

09/27/2025

🌟 Join the Movement: Building a Drug-Free Future for Wabash County Youth 🌟

At the Wabash County Drug-Free Community Coalition, we are dedicated to reducing and preventing youth substance use through collaboration, education, and community engagement. Established in 2023, our coalition unites local leaders, parents, youth, and organizations to create a safer, healthier environment for our young people.

🔍 Why It Matters
According to the Illinois Youth Survey, a significant percentage of high school students in Wabash County have engaged in alcohol use. Early intervention is crucial to prevent lifelong substance abuse. Our coalition focuses on raising awareness, providing education, and promoting positive behaviors to address these issues.

🤝 Get Involved
We invite you to be part of the solution:

Attend our monthly meetings: Every second Monday at 11:00 AM at Evangelical United Methodist Church, 2010 N Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL.

Join our Youth Coalition: Empower the next generation to lead change.

Become a Sector Representative: Represent your community sector and contribute to our mission.

Together, we can make a lasting impact on our community's health and future. Visit our website to learn more and get involved: https://drugfreecommunitycoalition.com

Established in 2023, the Wabash County Drug Free Community Coalition (WCDFCC) strives to reduce and prevent youth substance use by connecting community sectors through collaboration while engaging youth and families through activities, advocacy, education and training.

09/27/2025

TODAY IS THE DAY!!

🎣 Fishing with Family is Back! 🐟
Bring your little anglers (ages 0-5) and join us for a fun-filled morning on the lake!
🗓 Date: September 27. 2025
📍 9285 Beall Woods Fire Ln, Mt Carmel, IL 62863
🕣 Registration: 8:30 AM
🎣 Fishing: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
🏆 Prizes: Awarded immediately after weigh-in
Age Groups:
👶 0–1 years
🧒 2–3 years
👧 4–5 years
🏅 Prizes for the Biggest & Smallest Fish in each age group!
🎁 Plus, a special giveaway for one lucky parent!
Don't forget your fishing gear, sunscreen, and smiles—we'll handle the fun and the prizes!

09/26/2025

🎣 Fishing with Family is Back TOMORROW! 🐟
Bring your little anglers (ages 0-5) and join us for a fun-filled morning on the lake!
🗓 Date: September 27. 2025
📍 9285 Beall Woods Fire Ln, Mt Carmel, IL 62863
🕣 Registration: 8:30 AM
🎣 Fishing: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
🏆 Prizes: Awarded immediately after weigh-in
Age Groups:
👶 0–1 years
🧒 2–3 years
👧 4–5 years
🏅 Prizes for the Biggest & Smallest Fish in each age group!
🎁 Plus, a special giveaway for one lucky parent!
Don't forget your fishing gear, sunscreen, and smiles—we'll handle the fun and the prizes!

09/25/2025

🤧🍂 What time is it? SNEEZIN’ SEASON! 🍂🤧
Stay protected this fall and winter — join us for our Annual Drive-Thru Flu Clinic!
🚗💉 Quick, easy, and no appointment necessary. Just drive up, roll down your window, and get your flu shot.
📍 Location: 410 S Mulberry Street MCPU utlity garage
📅 Date: October 1, 2025
🕒 Time: 7am-530
Your health is worth the stop — see you then!
📞 Questions? Call us at 618-263-3873.

09/25/2025

🌿 Women’s Health & Wellness 🌿

Women’s health is unique and constantly evolving through every stage of life. Regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, and preventive screenings are essential for long-term well-being. Exercise supports heart health, strengthens bones, reduces stress, and promotes healthy weight management, while preventive care helps detect potential issues early.

Wabash County has two places where you can work on your fitness today! For more information follow these pages below!

✨ Prioritize your health today. Your future self will thank you.

09/25/2025

09/22/2025

It’s Lice Prevention Month! 🧢🪳 Take this time to educate yourself and your children about lice and how to prevent them. The school year means more close contact, and those pesky bugs love to hitch a ride.

Here are some ways to help prevent lice:

Avoid sharing personal items like hats, brushes, combs, headphones, and hair accessories.

Keep long hair tied back in braids, buns, or ponytails to make it harder for lice to grab on.

Remind kids about personal space—lice spread through direct head-to-head contact.

Do quick checks at home if your child’s school or daycare has a reported case.

Wash bedding and clothing in hot water if lice are suspected to help stop spreading.

A little awareness goes a long way in keeping everyone comfortable and itch-free this school year! ✨