Edwards County Health Office

06/02/2026

Our phones haven't been working well lately. If you can't reach us, you can always send a Facebook message or stop by!

05/18/2026

It's that time of year again! As this school year winds down, it's time to start scheduling your child's back to school vaccines. Our school nurse, Erica, sent home vaccines reminders for children who will need vaccines before entering school again next year.

Students who are on track with vaccines typically need to update vaccines before entering Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 12th grade. If you are unsure of your child's vaccination status, give our office a call- we can check the state vaccine registry.

Don't wait until July, get them out of the way now! Call our office @ 618-445-2615 to schedule an appointment! We do welcome walk-ins but appointments help us ensure we have the appropriate stock of vaccines.

05/13/2026

**Looking for rural women in RURAL Illinois to share their stories about breast & cervical cancer screening!**

Do you know a woman in rural Illinois who isn’t up‑to‑date on breast or cervical cancer screening? Many women want to get screened but face real barriers—and sharing her story could help change that.

A team at the University of Illinois at Chicago is conducting one‑on‑one Zoom interviews with women age 40+ living in RURAL or NON-URBAN Illinois counties to better understand why screenings get delayed or missed, and what would actually make it easier to stay up‑to‑date.

If this sounds like you, someone you love, or clients that you work with, they would be grateful to hear from you.

Call: 312‑355‑1879
Email: [email protected]

05/12/2026

Calling all diabetics! The health office was given these 4 boxes of insulin syringes with needles. Expiration date of 11-30-26. If you or anyone you know can use them, please come by the office and get them.

05/06/2026

👣 Foot clinic schedule for June! There are still a few spots open in Albion. For the Grayville Senior Center option, see below!

Give us a call to schedule!
-For Albion & West Salem: call Edwards County Health Office @ 618-445-2615
-For Grayville: call Grayville Senior Center @ 618-375-7777

05/06/2026

04/30/2026

🩷 Mobile Mammography Unit coming to ECHS on May 30th from 8-11 AM. APPOINTMENT REQUIRED so make sure to call the FMH Diagnostic Imaging department to schedule! (618-847-8249)

Early detection saves lives
Our 3-D Mobile Mammography Unit is coming to Edwards County High School in Albion on May 30th starting at 8am.

✔ No physician order needed if you’re over 40
✔ Covered by Medicare
✔ Quick, convenient appointments

Call FMH Diagnostic Imaging to schedule your 3-D mammogram today: 618-847-8249

04/30/2026

Last week, we got to present first aid to Edwards County 4th graders for Ag Safety Day!

04/17/2026

Thanks to the Edwards County 4-H, we have a Blessing Box located outside our front door! If you or someone you know is in need of food or toiletries, please stop by and grab what you need.

Anyone is also welcome to leave the types of goods listed in Edwards County 4-H's post. Take what you need, leave what you can!

03/26/2026

Our office has proudly been part of the VFC (Vaccines For Children) program for several years now. The purpose of this program is to ensure all children, regardless of insurance or financial status, are able to receive the vaccines they need!

From birth-18 years old (up until their 19th birthday), we carry all the vaccines your child needs! Whether they have health insurance that doesn't cover vaccines, no health insurance, or are enrolled in Medicaid, we've got you covered thanks to the VFC program!

Call us or stop in any time to discuss your child's vaccine needs 💙