Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
As the weather warms up, we’re starting to see ticks and mosquitoes SPRINGFIELD – As the weather warms up, we’re starting to see ticks and mosquitoes. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding people about simple precautions they can take to avoid...
Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
We Salute WCHD Nurses and their Passion to Serve How much do nurses love their jobs? Let’s find out! Lou Lamdagan: “I wouldn’t change my profession for the world. Nursing has made me more compassionate and thankful for life itself. Nurses have a huge...
Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
Number 18 in a move started by a local businessman There are now 18 micro pantries, most of them in the Will County or southwest suburban region. The Will County Health Department at 501 Ella Avenue in Joliet (parking lot is off Neal Avenue) is the home of the latest...
Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
Continuous wear may result in radiation exposure to skin SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is informing consumers that some homeopathic pendants using negative ion technology contain trace amounts of naturally occurring radioactive...
Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
Applications to be Taken through June 30th, No Fee to Apply A worksite wellness initiative, spearheaded by more than 60 local organizations, looks to recognize Will County workplaces committed to improving employee health and well-being. The WEWILL WorkHealthy...
Jul 16, 2018 | News and Events
Applies to Parents with Infants Four-Months to Six-Weeks SPRINGFIELD – Based on the long-term health value of breastfeeding newborns and infantparent bonding, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is launching an Infant at Work pilot program that will allow...
