NEWS & EVENTS
WILL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT & COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Public Announcements
Board of Health Meeting on August 19
The Will County Board of Health will hold its regular meeting on August 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in person at 501 Ella Ave, (Joliet, IL 60433) in conference room 1005A/1005B.
Additional Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus
The Will County Health Department’s Environmental Health division announced that mosquitoes collected in Crete, and Frankfort have tested positive for West Nile virus [WNV]. Mosquitoes in Bolingbrook, Joliet, Plainfield and Mokena also tested positive for WNV earlier this summer.
2025 Annual Report Now Available
The Will County Health Department’s 2025 Annual Report is now available.
Will County Health Department Releases 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment and IPLAN
The Will County Health Department and the Will County Mobilizing for Action Through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) Collaborative are excited to share two important new reports: the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) and the Illinois Project for Local Assessment of Needs (IPLAN).
2025-26 COVID-19 Vaccine Available
The Will County Health Department (WCHD) is informing residents that the new 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine is available at the Will County Health Department Immunization Clinic and at the Will County Community Health Center.
Press Releases
Priority for August: Will County Community Health Center Says MAKE APPOINTMENTS FOR SCHOOL PHYSICALS
With everyone having their eyes on the next school year, not to mention the sports and camp seasons, the Will County Community Health Center reminds you that they are your YEAR ROUND HOME to take care of these physicals for your children. These physicals are available...
Additional West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquito Batch found in Will County
The Will County Health Department has collected a second mosquito sample from a WCHD operated trap in Plainfield that tested positive for West Nile Virus. Earlier this month, in Will County, a trap operated in Romeoville turned up a positive sample, after being...
Governor Pritzker Holds Press Conference at New Will County Health Department Building, Discusses Mitigations for Region 7
Schools are Not Affected by “25 at Gatherings” Rule, but Must Follow Certain Guidelines The WCHD (Will County Health Department) welcomed Governor J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday, August 25, as he spoke about the newly announced Coronavirus mitigation efforts in...
Third Rabid Bat of 2020 Found in Will County
The Will County Health Department Environmental Health Division has now reported the third Will County rabid bat of 2020. Rabid Bat number three was found in St Mary’s Nativity church, at 760 N Broadway in Joliet, on August 24th, and confirmed rabid on August 25th. ...
For Cooling Shelters, Use this Information from the Will County EMA
The Will County Emergency Management Agency has this list of Cooling Shelters: https://www.willcountyema.org/warmingcooling
State Public Health Officials Announce New COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts to Take Effect in Region 7 On August 26
Region 4 Continues Reporting Increased Positivity Rates, If Trend Continues Further Mitigations Will Likely Be Imposed On September 2nd JOLIET – Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are announcing new COVID-19 mitigation efforts...
A Mask is Like a Bike Helmet: It Only Works if You Wear It (View these English and Spanish Videos)
During the Coronavirus Pandemic, it is important to remember that masks, like so many other items, must be worn to work properly. Please view these videos in English and Spanish: [video width="1920" height="1080"...
Will County Remains among Now 20 Illinois Counties at Warning Level for Coronavirus Disease
Will on List for Second Straight Week, Grundy for Third Straight Week SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 20 counties in Illinois are considered to be at a warning level for novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A county...
First Rabid Bats of 2020 Confirmed in Will County
The Will County Health Department Environmental Health Division is reporting the first two Will County rabid bats of 2020. One was found in the 1500 block of Marion Drive in Wilmington. A family of five was exposed to the bat, and no pets were in the house. PEP...
Another WNV-Positive Mosquito Sample Collected in Will County
Less than two weeks after the first two 2020 West Nile Virus positive mosquito samples were collected in Will County, the Will County Health Department has found another one, with a potency above the 640 mark. This means a high enough level of WNV that allows it to...
Will County Community Health Center Awarded Silver Level Adolescent-Centered Environment Certification
From 2018-2020, Will County Health Department Community Health Educators, with the support of the Will County Community Health Center (WCCHC) staff and management team, implemented changes within the Community Health Center to increase the adolescent...
First Positive West Nile Virus Mosquito Samples of 2020 Found in Will County
Although it has been a slow year thus far for West Nile Virus activity among mosquitoes, the Will County Health Department advises residents that caution still must be upheld during these summer months. The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting at 11...
IDPH Announces that Will County is Now at Warning Level for Coronavirus Awareness
WCHD CONTACT TRACERS SPEAKING WITH THOSE POSSIBLY EXPOSED As of Friday, August 14th, Will County was one of 14 Illinois counties placed on the IDPH’s (Illinois Department of Public Health) weekly list of counties considered to be at a “warning level” (also known as...
Illinois Department of Public Health Launches Travel Map to Provide Guidance on Travel Risk
Map shows U.S. states and country case rates to help inform travelers SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today launched its new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) travel map to help inform residents of potential risks associated with traveling...
ComEd Offering Bill Assistance for Those Battling Pandemic Hardships
ComEd is offering additional assistance to help with your energy bill. Call 1-800-EDISON-1 (1-800-334-7661) or visit ComEd.com/BillAssistance
Wearing a Mask is Like Using a Car Seat: It Only Works if You Use it Properly
Like a car seat, a mask only works if you wear it. ENGLISH AND SPANISH VIDEOS [video width="1920" height="1080"...
Will and Grundy Counties, 12 Others, at Warning Level for Coronavirus Disease
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 14 counties in Illinois are considered to be at a warning level for novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A county enters a warning level when two or more COVID-19 risk indicators that...
How to get your Child to Wear a Mask
Many schools have implemented face coverings in their back-to-school policies. To prevent the spread of coronavirus, masks should be a habit for your family too. But it can be a challenge getting some kids to wear a mask for any amount of time, and an especially tough...
Obesity is Most Common Underlying COVID Condition
Among over 3,000 U.S. counties, the median percent of adults over 18 who had one of five selected underlying conditions (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and obesity) associated with higher risk of severe...
BE A HERO: Remember to Fill Out the 2020 Census !! (Learn More from this Video: In English and Spanish)
REMEMBER THE CENSUS!! https://my2020census.gov/ Help our community be represented and fill out the #2020Census. It’s quick, easy — and totally confidential. #MakeILCount Ayuda a nuestra comunidad a estar representada y completa el #Censo2020. Es rápido, fácil y...