Wabash County Health Department-Public Health Services

Wabash County Health Department-Public Health Services The Wabash County Health Department Public Health Program provides low cost/no-cost services to promote better health in our community.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternat

ive means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or Local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be available in language other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
https://www.usda.gov/oascr/how-to-file-a-program-discrimination-complaint., and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866)-632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400
Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
Fax: (202) 690-7442; or
Email: [email protected]

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

🌟 AOK Resource Day is Coming! 🌟Join us for a morning full of fun, information, and resources for families!Do you have qu...
06/11/2026

🌟 AOK Resource Day is Coming! 🌟

Join us for a morning full of fun, information, and resources for families!

Do you have questions about:
✅ WIC services?
✅ Public health programs?
✅ Child care payment assistance?
✅ Other community resources available to your family?

Then this event is for you!

📅 June 20
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Meet with more than 12 community organizations and resource providers to learn about programs and services that may benefit you and your family.

🎁 FREE grab-and-go lunch bags
🎉 Prize giveaways
🍧 Water Ice available for purchase

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with local resources, ask questions, and discover support available in our community.

We can't wait to see you there!

🌟👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💙

Starting a new relationship? Protect yourself and your partner. Visit us for condoms, STI testing and treatment, s*xual ...
06/10/2026

Starting a new relationship? Protect yourself and your partner. Visit us for condoms, STI testing and treatment, s*xual health care, and counseling. Call 618-263-3873 for an appointment or to ask questions.

📚 Back-to-School Walk-In Immunization Clinic! 💉Don't miss out! Join us on July 16 from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for walk-in im...
06/09/2026

📚 Back-to-School Walk-In Immunization Clinic! 💉

Don't miss out! Join us on July 16 from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for walk-in immunizations to help your child get ready for the new school year.

✅ No appointment needed for immunizations

📋 Need a school physical? An appointment is required. Please call 618-263-3873 to schedule your visit.

Please note: We do not provide sports physicals.

We look forward to seeing you!

Meet the Tick: Lone Star Tick Edition ⭐🏷️ Name: Lone Star Tick🔬 Scientific Name: Amblyomma americanum 🔍 How to Spot ItAd...
06/09/2026

Meet the Tick: Lone Star Tick Edition ⭐

🏷️ Name: Lone Star Tick
🔬 Scientific Name: Amblyomma americanum



🔍 How to Spot It

Adult females have a distinctive white dot on their backs
Adult males have scattered white markings around the edges of their backs
Aggressive biters that actively seek hosts


📍 Found in Illinois?

✅ Yes! Lone Star ticks are present in Illinois and have become increasingly common in many parts of the state.



⚠️ Why They Matter

Lone Star ticks have been associated with:

Ehrlichiosis
Tularemia
Alpha-gal syndrome (a red meat allergy linked to tick bites)


🛡️ Fight the Bite

Reduce your chances of a tick bite by:

✔ Using EPA-registered insect repellent

✔ Wearing long sleeves and long pants in tick habitat

✔ Performing a full-body tick check after spending time outdoors
✔ Checking children and pets for ticks
✔ Showering soon after coming indoors



💡 Did You Know?

Unlike some tick species that wait for hosts to pass by, Lone Star ticks can actively move toward people and animals after detecting body heat, movement, and carbon dioxide.

📢 Join for Family Resource Day! 📢Residents of Wabash and Edwards Counties are invited to stop by from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM...
06/09/2026

📢 Join for Family Resource Day! 📢

Residents of Wabash and Edwards Counties are invited to stop by from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM to connect with local organizations and learn about resources available for individuals and families.

✨ Health & wellness resources
✨ Housing and food assistance information
✨ Childcare and education services
✨ Mental health support
✨ Community connections and more

There’s something for everyone—come explore the programs and services available in our community!

Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2nGbA9Tp/

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

🎀 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk 🎀Lace up your shoes and join us for a morning of community, support, an...
06/08/2026

🎀 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk 🎀

Lace up your shoes and join us for a morning of community, support, and awareness!

📅 June 27
⏰ Race Starts at 8:00 AM

Whether you're running for a loved one, celebrating a survivor, or supporting the cause, every step helps raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer.

✅ Register Today:
https://forms.gle/4wXKHZpe2bD6QiH8A

📞 Questions or Need Help Registering?
Contact Gracie Barnes
Phone: (618) 263-3873 ext. 121
Email: [email protected]

💗 Gather your friends, family, and coworkers and help us make our 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K a success!

💕

🍉 Summer Produce SpotlightJune is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! 🍉🥕Take advantage of the season's freshest pr...
06/07/2026

🍉 Summer Produce Spotlight

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! 🍉🥕

Take advantage of the season's freshest produce and use your WIC fruits and vegetables benefit to add color and nutrition to your family's meals.

Try these June favorites:
🍓 Strawberries
🫐 Blueberries
🍑 Peaches
🥒 Cucumbers
🌽 Sweet Corn

What's your family's favorite summer fruit or vegetable? Tell us in the comments! ☀️

To schedule an appointment or ask questions about your food package, call 618-263-3873.

🎀 Lace Up for a Meaningful Cause! 🎀Registration is now open for our 2nd Annual Racing for a Cure 5K! Whether you're runn...
06/06/2026

🎀 Lace Up for a Meaningful Cause! 🎀

Registration is now open for our 2nd Annual Racing for a Cure 5K! Whether you're running, jogging, or walking, come be part of a community event dedicated to honoring breast cancer survivors, supporting those currently in treatment, and raising awareness for continued research.

📆 Friday, June 27
🕗 Race Begins at 8:00 AM
💵 Registration Fee: $35 (Cash Only)

Your registration includes:
👕 Commemorative event T-shirt
🏅 Official race bib

Ready to join us?

📱 Register by scanning the event QR code or by completing the online registration form:
https://forms.gle/NBAyRa2mcQeKaLZA8

Need assistance or have questions?

📞 Gracie: 618-263-3873 ext. 121
📧 [email protected]

💗 Every step helps honor survivors, encourage fighters, remember loved ones, and support the ongoing search for a cure. Join us as we come together in hope, strength, and community.

🎀 Run with purpose. Run with heart. Run for a cure. 🎀

💕🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎀

🌎 World Environment DayToday is a reminder that the health of our planet isconnected to the health of every person, fami...
06/05/2026

🌎 World Environment Day

Today is a reminder that the health of our planet is
connected to the health of every person, family, and
community.

Small actions make a big difference—reducing waste,
recycling, conserving water, planting trees, and
choosing reusable over single-use items all help
protect our environment for future generations. 🌱

Let’s work together to keep our air cleaner, our water
safer, and our communities healthier—today and every
day.

🌿 Every choice matters. Every action counts.




Address

130 W 7th Street
Mount Carmel, IL
62863

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+16182633873

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