Jackson County Health Department - Illinois

09/26/2025

Food safety is extra important if you're pregnant or feeding young children. 🤰Foodborne illness isn’t just about a few days of fever or an upset stomach—it can cause serious, long-term health problems or even be life-threatening. But luckily, it doesn’t have to be scary or complicated to practice food safety at home!

Learn how to keep your family safe by storing, cooking, and serving food the right way! 💙
https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/food-safety-children-and-pregnant-and-breastfeeding-women

Learn more about WIC at JCHD: jchdonline.org/wic/

09/25/2025

Living in Southern Illinois means we see it all: tornadoes, ice storms, severe thunderstorms, and occasional flooding. Taking care of these tasks before storm season hits means you can focus on keeping your family safe instead of scrambling with last-minute preparations!

09/24/2025

09/24/2025

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month! Protect yourself and your partners by staying informed and getting tested! Here’s how we can support you at Jackson County Health Department:

09/23/2025

We'll be closed tomorrow, September 24th, for in-service staff training. We'll see you again Thursday for regular business!

09/23/2025

Do you know what's in your medicine cabinet? Nearly half of people misusing pain relievers, including prescription opioids, get them from a friend or family member. Protect your loved ones and lock up your meds. Learn how at: www.lockyourmeds.org.

09/22/2025

Make an appointment to donate blood here at the Health Department!

When: this Thursday, September 25th, from 10am-2pm
Where: Jackson County Health Department - back building
How: Make an appointment! https://rcblood.org/3XiDC8G

09/22/2025

Did you know newborns get a special health check? 👶 It's called newborn screening, and September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month! This quick test uses a heel stick, hearing screen, and oxygen check to find serious but treatable conditions.

Catching things early is a big deal—it leads to faster treatment and better health outcomes for babies.

Learn more about newborn screenings and see how they work in Illinois: https://newbornscreening.hrsa.gov/

09/20/2025

Are you a new or expecting parent or grandparent? We can inspect your car seat for safety! 🚗

When: Next Saturday - September 27 from 11am-1pm
Where: 415 Health Department Rd. Murphysboro, IL

Make an appointment! https://jchdonline.as.me/schedule/3e730ac1/appointment/80635720/calendar/5967593

09/19/2025

Did you know? 🤔 When used correctly, child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by as much as 71%!

Our certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians here at JCHD can check that your car seats are installed correctly and make you feel comfortable reinstalling them on your own! 🚗

Make an appointment with us to have your car seat inspected at https://jchdonline.as.me/schedule/3e730ac1/appointment/80647688/calendar/5967593 or test your knowledge and keep your family safe while driving by reviewing information from our friends at Safe Kids Worldwide https://ucsg.safekids.org/

09/18/2025

Just because it's hot doesn't mean it's safe ⚠️

Microwaves can be tricky. They don't always heat food evenly, which means bacteria can survive in those cold spots you can't even feel!

💡 Pro tip: That "standing time" on your package instructions? It's not optional. It helps distribute heat evenly throughout your food.