Jersey County Health Department

06/04/2026

JCHD will also be at this clinic with required vaccines for 6th and 12th grdes! We will bill insurance for vaccines and have a self-pay option for uninsured.

06/04/2026

Tomorrow is the day! We can’t wait for a beautiful day at the park!

06/02/2026

UPDATE: as of today at 3pm, all services are FULLY RESTORED.
WIC benefits may be used at any store as before.

Update as of 12:30pm, Illinois’ WIC processor is currently down statewide. Your WIC card will not work at any store throughout the state. The state of Illinois is actively working to resolve this as quickly as possible. Your WIC agency is not able to help with this issue. Updates will be posted on the IDHS website. Thank you for your patience. https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspxAs of today, June 2, 2026 at 8:30am, WIC clients will not be able to redeem WIC benefits at the store due to an outage impacting the data centers. We will post updates as available.

05/29/2026

Ticks love outdoor adventures almost as much as you do. Don’t give them a free ride!
✔️Use EPA-registered insect repellent
✔️ Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
✔️ Stay on marked trails and avoid tall grass
✔️ Check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after being outside

05/28/2026

Don't forget about JCHD & Headstart's popcicles in the park play date next week at the park behind Dairy Queen! All are welcome!

05/26/2026

We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Jersey County Health Department to host a personal hygiene drive. This would not be possible without the support of our generous community partners who have agreed to be drop off sites. You can find boxes at the following locations:

-Jersey County Health Department
-Koen Counseling and Wellness Center, PLLC
-Jersey Community Wellness Center
-1AG Church (located on Cross street)
-Royal Banks
-Sinclair's

*Items will be included in resource bags and distributed among the community (JCHD Recovery Peer, JCHD WIC Department, CASA, Local Police Stations, and more depending on number of donations received)*

Thank you for supporting our community!

05/18/2026

🌬️ May is Asthma Awareness Month

Asthma affects people of all ages, and triggers like secondhand smoke can make symptoms worse.

Even brief exposure to smoke can:
• Trigger asthma attacks
• Irritate airways
• Make it harder to breathe

🚭 There is no safe level of secondhand smoke exposure.

Being mindful of where and when you smoke helps protect children, older adults, and anyone living with asthma.

05/15/2026

Wishing a very happy retirement to Korri from the Jersey County Health Department and WIC office! 🎉

Thank you for your years of dedication, compassion, and service to the families and community you’ve helped along the way. Your hard work and caring heart have made a lasting difference in so many lives.

May your retirement be filled with relaxation, happiness, new adventures, and plenty of time to enjoy the things you love most. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Congratulations, Korri! 💐🥳

05/11/2026

We are excited to partner with Jersey County ROSC to host a personal hygiene drive. Please click on original post for details/ drop off sites.

We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Jersey County Health Department to host a personal hygiene drive. This would not be possible without the support of our generous community partners who have agreed to be drop off sites. You can find boxes at the following locations:

-Jersey County Health Department
-Koen Counseling and Wellness Center, PLLC
-Jersey Community Wellness Center
-1AG Church (located on Cross street)
-Royal Banks
-Sinclair's

*Items will be included in resource bags and distributed among the community (JCHD Recovery Peer, JCHD WIC Department, CASA, Local Police Stations, and more depending on number of donations received)*

Thank you for supporting our community!

05/11/2026

🕷️ Tick season is here—know how to remove them safely!

If you find a tick attached to your skin, it’s important to remove it the right way to reduce the risk of disease.

✔ Use fine-tipped tweezers
✔ Grasp the tick close to the skin
✔ Pull upward with steady, even pressure
✔ Clean the area after removal

❌ Avoid using heat, petroleum jelly, or other home remedies

Stay tick-aware when spending time outdoors—check yourself, your kids, and pets after being outside.