DeKalb County Health Department

DeKalb County Health Department The Health Department offers a full array of public health programs and is certified by the Illinois

The DeKalb County Health Department offers a full array of public health programs and provides a variety of services to DeKalb County residents focused on working with our community to prevent disease and injury, protect the environment and promote health. The DeKalb County Health Department complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, n

ational origin, age, disability, or sex. In accordance with our WIC program:https://health.dekalbcounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/UDSA-Nondiscrimination-Statement.pdf

09/04/2026

Our bodies: where s*xuality, health, rights and justice are lived.

Every Body is the World Sexual Health Day 2026 theme, a declaration that Sexual Health, Rights, Justice and Pleasure belong to every person, in every body, without exception.

Do you have questions about your s*xual health? Contact our Family Planning program at 815-748-2420 today to make an appointment.

Join us at the DeKalb Farmer's Market until 2:00pm today! We have information about emergency preparedness readiness, th...
09/03/2026

Join us at the DeKalb Farmer's Market until 2:00pm today! We have information about emergency preparedness readiness, the DeKalb County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) and our other services! We also have FREE weather NOAA radios to give out, while supplies last!

Baby Safety Month in September is a great reminder of how you can actively help prevent injuries for your baby.Want to l...
09/02/2026

Baby Safety Month in September is a great reminder of how you can actively help prevent injuries for your baby.

Want to learn more about safety practices for your family? Check out the Baby Safety Foundation’s ‘Baby Safety 101’ Guide: https://babysafetyfoundation.org/baby-safety-101

Avoid school delays! Schedule your child’s back-to-school vaccines. Our clinic offers both Vaccines for Children (VFC) f...
09/01/2026

Avoid school delays! Schedule your child’s back-to-school vaccines.

Our clinic offers both Vaccines for Children (VFC) for eligible families and vaccines available through insurance or self-pay options, so every child has access to the protection they need, no matter their insurance status.

With flexible scheduling and frequent same-day appointments, it’s easy to get caught up. Call 815-748-2460 to schedule today.

Join us at outreach events throughout the month of September to learn how to prepare for emergencies and build your own ...
09/01/2026

Join us at outreach events throughout the month of September to learn how to prepare for emergencies and build your own emergency preparedness kit.

📌 2:30-4:30PM September 1, 2026 at Rooted for Good in Waterman
📌 3:00-5:00PM September 3, 2026 at Rooted for Good in DeKalb
📌 9:30-11:30AM September 8, 2026 at Rooted for Good in Cortland
📌 9:30-11:30AM September 15, 2026 at DeKalb Public Library

Preparedness Month

Every day, overdose prevention saves lives. Naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose and give someone a second chance.We ...
08/31/2026

Every day, overdose prevention saves lives. Naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose and give someone a second chance.

We offer FREE naloxone and brief training to anyone who wants to learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. No appointment is needed, just stop by to pick up naloxone and receive training today.

Learn more and help spread awareness: every person, every action, every life matters.

Closure Notice! We will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day. We will also be closed on Tuesday, Septemb...
08/30/2026

Closure Notice! We will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.

We will also be closed on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 8:00am-10:30am for an all-staff meeting.

We will reopen and resume normal hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 10:30am. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

08/28/2026

🌎 Every destination is different… and so are the health risks. Depending on where you're traveling, you may need protection against diseases such as:
• Typhoid
• Hepatitis A
• Japanese encephalitis
• Rabies
• Or other vaccine-preventable illnesses

Our international travel immunizations program provides personalized recommendations based on your destination, activities and medical history. Learn more: https://health.dekalbcounty.org/services/adult-international-travel-immunizations/

Did you know? Water is one of the most important nutrients for your body! 💧Water makes up about 60% of the body and is n...
08/27/2026

Did you know? Water is one of the most important nutrients for your body! 💧

Water makes up about 60% of the body and is needed for every single organ to function properly. Water also helps prevent dehydration and regulates your body temperature, which is so important during the hot summer months!

Staying hydrated is especially important for little ones and those who are breastfeeding! Want to learn more about important nutrients for you and your family? Visit signupwic.com to get started!

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Dekalb, IL
60115

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18157586673

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