Jul 5, 2019 | News and Events
A woman off of Aberdeen Road in Frankfort found a dead bat on her driveway on Tuesday, July 2nd. The bat was collected by local Animal Control and sent to the State lab for testing where it was found to be positive for the Rabies virus. The couple who lives at the...
Jul 5, 2019 | News and Events
Vaccines to be provided for Children’s Health Insurance Plan and Vaccines For Children SPRINGFIELD – In its ongoing commitment to increasing vaccination rates across the state, the Pritzker administration is taking action to make vaccines more easily available...
Jul 3, 2019 | News and Events
Will County Health Department MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships) Program Manager Nicole Garrett appeared on Scott Slocum’s 1340 WJOL morning program on July 1st to discuss MAPP’s objectives, and encourage Will County residents...
Jul 2, 2019 | News and Events
With many families hoping to enjoy outdoor picnics all summer long, the Will County Health Department once again reminds everyone of some simple safety tips. 1. Remember the importance of washing your hands and washing all work surfaces (cutting boards, picnic tables,...
Jul 2, 2019 | News and Events
Tobacco 21 reduces medical costs and improves Illinois’ health SPRINGFIELD – Effective July 1, 2019, people must now be at least 21-years-old to buy tobacco in Illinois, including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, e-cigarettes, and vapes. Governor JB Pritzker...
Jul 1, 2019 | News and Events
Joliet’s First Annual PrideFest at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park on Saturday, June 29th included information booths from the Will County Health Department, in addition to the Community Health Center Mobile Medical Van offering free HIV testing.
