Welcome to the Douglas County Health Department!
H1N1 Vaccine
The Douglas County Health Department has received partial shipment of the H1N1 vaccine. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, “Illinois will continue to receive additional shipments of the H1N1 vaccine so there will be enough vaccine for everyone.”
Anyone interested in received the H1N1 vaccine to contact the Health Department 217-253-4137.
Calendar of Events and Clinics
Immunization Clinic
1st Thursday of the month from 9-11 am & 1:30-4 pm.
3rd Wednesday of the month from 3-6 pm.
Immunization Clinics require an appointment
Health Screenings
(Diabetes, Cholesteroal, Blood Pressure Check, and TB Testing)
2nd Tuesday of the month from 9-11 am. No appointment necessary.
TB test can be set up for appointment when necessary.
Nail Clinic
3rd Tuesday of the month from 8:30-11 am by appointment.
Child out of Car Seat?
Report to:
630-933-KIDS (5437)
Date, town and license plate.
NOTE:
Some clinics are moved due to holidays.
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The Douglas County Health Department was formed in 1966 by Resolution of the Douglas County Board. The Health Department remains committed to the provision of services that are necessary to promote and protect the public health of both visitors and residents.
In 2007, construction began on the expansion of the current building. In the beginning of 2008, The Douglas County Health Department opened the doors to its own Dental and Health Clinic. The clinic and the addition of onsite lab processing capabilities has allowed the health department to better serve the community.
As a certified health department, the Douglas County Health Department is responsible for several programs as well as many other public health services. Programs are grouped into divisions relating to either nursing, environmental health or health education. All programs have an educational component. The goal of this department is to increase the awareness and number of persons reached in this educational process. Learn More about DCHD.
DCHD Breastfeeding SupportThe Douglas County Health Department Peer Counseling Support Team is sponsoring mother-to-mother support meetings once a month through the summer of 2010. We will meet on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. at the Health Department. The dates for the meetings will be June 17, July 15, August 12, and Sept 16. All pregnant and breastfeeding moms are invited to come. Topics for discussion will be the benefits of breastfeeding, methods of feeding breastmilk and potential problems with breastfeeding and how to avoid them. Will also have some fun with making small scrapbooks and playing Breastfeeding Bingo for prizes, just visiting and enjoying refreshments. There will be a door prize at every meeting. A Spanish language translator will be there. You are welcome to bring you babies and toddlers. We welcome back our loving Support Peer Counselor, Monica Nieto who will be here on Wednesdays during the week. Monica is fluent in Spanish as well as English. Breastfeeding counselor, Jan, has a new 24 hour telephone line just for breastfeeding moms: 217-246-1368. You can also email Jan with your questions at jcunningham@douglascountyhealth.org. Click here to get more information about the Support Group Health and Safety Recommendations for Flooding - Food and water safety and clean-up SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Damon T. Arnold is urging
residents in and around flooded areas to take precautions to help prevent disease and stay safe
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5 Hour FSSMC RefresherUpcoming sessions to be annouced HealthPointsDiabetes Life Lines
Diabetes - the Medical Perspective View past Healthpoints articles Diabetes ProgramDCHD has a diabetes program. If you or a family member have pre-diabetes or diabetes, we can help with information, newsletters, and classes. To find out more, call 253-4137 and ask for Jane. New Information Available: |
Electronic Recycling ProgramThe Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts has received a grant for an electronic recycling program and is implementing a plan to collect unwanted electronic equipment in Douglas County. The Douglas County Health Department is assisting with this program by organizing bi-monthly drop-offs in six of the county’s communities. The drop-off schedule would be as follows:
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