Jackson County Health Department - Illinois

08/20/2025

Want to offer the option to recycle at your next event? We can help with that! 👇

Give us a call to reserve racks! 618-684-3143 ext. 128

♻️ BIG thanks to the Jackson County Health Department - Illinois for letting us use their recycling & trash racks for our event!

Because of their support, we were able to keep our tree city green at our Off the Rails Concert Series! 🌳🌎💙

Hosting an event in Jackson County?⬇️

You can reserve their blue recycling racks for cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles! *Bonus trash racks: to make waste sorting simple for guests.

Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Reserve racks for your event
2️⃣ Bring a valid ID
3️⃣ Pick up & return
4️⃣ Encourage recycling

✅ It’s free
✅ It’s easy
✅ It’s good for our community & environment

📞 Contact the Jackson County Health Department to reserve racks for your next event.

08/20/2025

You can stop by JCHD's back building to pick up FREE condoms anytime during regular business hours. Condoms are a great way to prevent HIV and other STDs, but PrEP is another option to help you prevent .

Ask us about PrEP or learn more here: https://bit.ly/3QlJM1Y or call JCHD at 618-684-3143 ext. 155.

08/19/2025

Measles spreads fast and can make you very sick, but the MMR vaccine stops it in its tracks.

Make sure you and your family are protected. Vaccination is safe, effective, and the best way to prevent measles.

📞 618-684-3143 ext. 150
📲 jchdonline.org

08/18/2025

School lunch safety made simple:

🧼Wash hands & surfaces before packing
🍓Rinse and dry fresh produce
❄️Use insulated totes + 2 cold packs
🔥Keep hot foods hot with a thermos
🗑Toss leftovers after lunch

08/15/2025

On Saturday, September 20, drop off confidential shredding of your old tax papers, bills, and other personal documents by S.T.A.R.T.

🗂️ Protect your identity - don’t leave confidential information in the trash! Shred it and forget it!

08/14/2025

Alpha-gal syndrome is a serious allergic reaction that can develop after certain tick bites. It can make you allergic to red meat and other animal products.

The best way to protect yourself? Avoid tick bites:
✔️ Use insect repellent
✔️ Wear long sleeves and pants outdoors
✔️ Check yourself, your kids, and your pets after being outside

Your future self will thank you!

08/13/2025

If the lights go out, will your family be ready?⚡

Building an emergency kit can help you stay safe and comfortable for at least three days if the power goes out.

Your kit should include food, water, flashlights, a first aid kit, and other essentials for everyone in your household (including pets). Make it fun by turning it into a scavenger hunt with your kids!

Start your kit today so you're ready for tomorrow.
🌐 ready.gov/kids

08/12/2025

Lead may be hiding in aging paint, household water systems, or even imported goods like pottery or spices—and children can be harmed even before symptoms appear. Early lead testing is vital, especially for young children.

Talk to us to learn how our lead screening works or to schedule an appointment for your child! 618-684-3143 ext. 150

08/12/2025

Join us for Free Laundry Day this Wednesday (Aug 13)!

08/11/2025

School supplies ✅
First day of school ✅
Vaccines❓

We’ve got you covered! Visit jchdonline.org or call 618-684-3143 ext. 150 to make an appointment for your child today.

08/08/2025

Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a potentially deadly illness spread by infected ticks. This time of year, it's important to:

✔️ Use insect repellent
✔️ Wear long sleeves and pants in grassy or wooded areas
✔️ Check your body (and pets!) for ticks after being outdoors

The best defense is prevention. Stay tick-aware this season!

08/07/2025

Breast milk is nature’s perfect food. It’s the best source of nutrition for most babies, packed with nutrients, antibodies, and endless benefits for both you and your baby. Plus, it’s readily available, always free, and strengthens your bond like nothing else.

🔗 Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/breastfeeding-benefits

Contact us today to learn how we can help!
📲jchdonline.org/wic/
📞618-684-3143 ext. 148