Southern Seven Health Department

Southern Seven Health Department Protecting and Improving the Health of Our Southern Seven Counties. This page is a limited public forum.

Southern Seven Health Department serves the seven southernmost counties of Illinois, by promoting health, preventing disease, and supporting healthy communities through education, programs, and public health services. Our programs include public health services, Head Start early childhood education, environmental health programs, and community outreach initiatives that support the well-being of in

dividuals and families across our region. We proudly serve residents in Alexander, Hardin, Johnson, Massac, Pope, Pulaski and Union Counties. Public Forum Notice:
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06/19/2026

🍔🌭 Backyard BBQs are better bite-free—Fight the Bite this weekend! 🦟🚫

As you fire up the grill and celebrate outdoors, don't let mosquitoes and ticks join the party.

✅ Apply EPA-registered insect repellent
✅ Wear light-colored clothing when spending time in grassy or wooded areas
✅ Check yourself, kids, and pets for ticks after outdoor activities
✅ Dump standing water around your yard where mosquitoes breed

☀️🌳Enjoy the grill, the games, and the family time—leave the mosquitoes and ticks off the guest list!

In observance of Juneteenth, Southern Seven Health Department will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.We wish everyone a...
06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, Southern Seven Health Department will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.

We wish everyone a meaningful and reflective Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

We're naming 'em. Meet the most common ticks found in Illinois.

⭐Lone Star Tick
Can be recognized by: White dot on its back
Most active: April through the end of July
Can cause: Alpha-gal syndrome (leading to a red meat allergy)
Most often found in: Forested areas with dense undergrowth

🦌Blacklegged Tick, also known as a Deer Tick
Can be recognized by: Reddish-brown body and a black shield on its back
Most active: April through October
Can cause: Lyme disease, babesiosis, and anaplasmosis
Most often found in: Yards, parks, gardens, and wooded edges

🐶Brown Dog Tick
Can be recognized by: Brown, simple appearance
Most active: Year-round
Can cause: Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Most often found in: Homes with dogs, dog kennels

🏔️American Dog Tick
Can be recognized by: Reddish-brown body and silver lines on its back
Most active: April through June
Can cause: Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia
Most often found in: Grassy fields, walkways, and forest edges

But unlike the housewives, tick drama can be avoided:
➡️Check for ticks on yourself and pets after being outdoors.
➡️Wear light colored clothing and long sleeves.
➡️Use bug repellent that contains DEET.
➡️Walk in the center of trails.
➡️If you find an attached tick, remove it immediately with tweezers.

🔗Learn more about common ticks in Illinois: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/structural-pest-control/common-ticks.html

📚✏️ Back-to-school season will be here before you know it!Don't forget to schedule your child's back-to-school vaccines....
06/18/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-school season will be here before you know it!

Don't forget to schedule your child's back-to-school vaccines. Appointments fill up quickly and getting them checked off your list early can help ensure your child is ready for a healthy and successful school year.

⚡ POWER OUTAGE FOOD SAFETY: KEEP IT OR TOSS IT? 🥛🥩When the power goes out, keep refrigerator and freezer doors CLOSED as...
06/17/2026

⚡ POWER OUTAGE FOOD SAFETY: KEEP IT OR TOSS IT? 🥛🥩

When the power goes out, keep refrigerator and freezer doors CLOSED as much as possible. This helps food stay cold longer and can prevent foodborne illness.

⏰ Perishable foods should be thrown away if they have been above 41°F for more than 4 hours.

👎 TOSS:
🥩 Meat, poultry, and seafood
🥛 Milk, cream, yogurt, and cheese
🥚 Eggs and egg products
🌭 Lunch meat and hotdogs
🍝 Leftovers, cooked pasta, rice, and potatoes
🥗 Bagged lettuce, sprouts, and cut melons
🥬 Cooked fruits and vegetables
🥗 Homemade dressings and refrigerated sauces

👍 KEEP:
🍎 Most raw fruits and vegetables
🍓 Jams and jellies
🍅 Ketchup, mustard, mayo, and BBQ sauce
🧀 Grated Parmesan cheese
🥤 Shelf-stable juices and dressings
🧈 Margarine

🌡️ Once power is restored, check food temperatures as soon as possible. Food may look and smell fine but can still contain harmful bacteria.

❓When in doubt, throw it out.

06/17/2026

📣 Let Congress know: NO CUTS TO ! WIC’s fruit and vegetable benefit is critical for helping millions of families access a variety of nutritious foods. But the White House’s proposed budget would cut it by more than half!

🗣️TAKE ACTION: bit.ly/fundwic27

06/17/2026

Illinois is #1 in the nation for tornadoes this year.
Not exactly the ranking we were hoping for. 🌪️

Severe weather can happen quickly, but a little preparation can make a big difference.

Before storms arrive:
➡️ Charge phones, batteries, and medical devices
➡️ Know where you'll take shelter
➡️ Sign up for weather alerts
➡️ Keep an emergency kit stocked with water, medications, flashlights, and other essentials

If the power goes out:
➡️ Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible
➡️ Refrigerated food may become unsafe after 4 hours without power
➡️ A full freezer can keep food frozen for about 48 hours if unopened
➡️ When in doubt, throw it out

Being prepared helps protect you, your family, and your community.

💙🏥 Love Your Local Health Department 🏥💙Public health happens everywhere, and your local health department is working eve...
06/17/2026

💙🏥 Love Your Local Health Department 🏥💙

Public health happens everywhere, and your local health department is working every day to build healthier, safer communities. From immunizations and emergency preparedness to health education, screenings, and community wellness programs, they are on the front lines of protecting and promoting public health where it matters most.

Your local health department is more than a place you visit when you're sick—it's a trusted partner dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive.

📍 Follow your local health department's page to stay informed about health alerts, local events, services, and resources available in your community.

06/16/2026

Men’s Health Month is a good reminder that breast cancer isn’t only a women’s issue. Men aren’t routinely screened for it, so paying attention to changes in your chest is really important. Most men don’t expect symptoms, but the first sign is often a lump that feels like a hard knot, and other changes can show up also.

If you notice any of these, it’s worth getting checked by a doctor:
✔️ Breast lump
✔️ Ni**le discharge (even a little, even bloody)
✔️ Ni**le turning inward
✔️ Open sores on the breast

Equal Hope also assists men with getting screened! Call us today to learn more. ☎️(312) 942-3368

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Every older adult deserves to feel safe, valued, respected, and heard. Unfortu...
06/15/2026

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Every older adult deserves to feel safe, valued, respected, and heard. Unfortunately, elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation affect millions of older adults each year—often in silence.

Take a moment today to check in on the older adults in your life. A phone call, a visit, or simply listening can make a difference.

**See something. Say something. Protect our seniors.**

If you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation, don't stay silent. One call could change a life.

📞 Illinois Adult Protective Services Hotline: 1-866-800-1409 (available 24/7)

Together, we can raise awareness, advocate for our older adults, and remind them that they are valued members of our communities.

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