Clay County Health Department

02/18/2026

Remember: measles is preventable. Make sure you and your loved ones are up to date on immunizations.

⚠️Illinois has reported its first measles case of 2026 in an adult in the Metro East Area.

If you were attending church at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Collinsville on Sunday, February 8 between 8 AM and 12:15 PM, you may have been exposed to measles.

➡️ Watch for symptoms (7-21 days after exposure): rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes.
➡️ Call your healthcare provider before going to a clinic or ER if symptoms develop.
➡️ If you're unvaccinated, use the IDPH vaccine locator to find a nearby vaccination location: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/immunization/vaccine-locator/dashboard.html

🔗Read more: https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news/2026/february/2026measles.html
🔗Find more information: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/measles.html

Remember: measles is preventable. Protect yourself and your loved ones with the MMR vaccine – the best defense against measles.

02/18/2026

We're looking for an After School Youth Development Specialist. You would be an active role model for our Beyond the Bell youth. Need to be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED and a current driver's license. As a public health department, we do have some medical and vaccination recommendations for employees. Declination forms are available if needed.

02/18/2026

Beets are more than a vibrantly colored winter vegetable. They're a nutrient powerhouse! Beets are a great source of folate for a healthy pregnancy, fiber for good digestion, and iron to help fight tiredness. They even help support a healthy heart and blood pressure. 🫀

Enjoy them roasted until sweet and tender, blended into a smoothie, or chopped fresh onto a salad. Remember, you can use your WIC benefits for fresh or canned beets! 🥫

If you’re looking for a comforting and warm recipe, here’s one that highlights root vegetables like beets: https://choosehomemade.org/.../root-veggie-stew-with.../



Los betabeles son más que un vegetal de invierno de color vibrante. ¡Son una potencia nutricional! Los betabeles son una excelente fuente de folato para un embarazo saludable, fibra para una buena digestión y hierro para ayudar a combatir el cansancio. Incluso ayudan a mantener el corazón y la presión arterial saludables.

Disfrútelas asadas hasta que estén dulces y tiernas, licuadas en un batido o picadas frescas en una ensalada. ¡Recuerde que puede usar los beneficios que WIC le da para comprar betabeles frescos o enlatados!

Si busca una receta reconfortante y cálida, aquí tiene una que destaca los vegetales de raíz como los betabeles: https://choosehomemade.org/.../sopa-de-verduras-con.../

02/17/2026

Not all cholesterol is "bad" - your body actually needs some of it to build cells and support important functions. The problem happens when levels get too high, which can increase your risk for heart disease and stroke...

02/17/2026

Salmonella Outbreak: 7 people sick in 7 states, 3 hospitalized. Do not eat any affected Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules. See the notice for full details: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/moringacapsules-02-26/index.html

02/13/2026

Could you serve as an active role model with the Beyond the Bell youth during program hours?
We're looking for an After School Youth Development Specialist!
You'll lead small and large groups in educational and recreational activities, and transport youth in Clay County Health Department vehicles.
You must be 18 years of age, a high school graduate or GED, with a current driver's license and pass a drug screening and a background check.
The position is Part-time (less than 20 hours)
Salary: $15.00/hour
As a public health department we do have some medical and vaccination recommendations with declinations available.
https://healthdept.org/about-clay-c-ounty-health-department/clay-county-careers/open-positions/

02/13/2026

Certified Quitline counselors will work with you to set a custom quit plan with support and resources to help you succeed at quitting. Enroll with the Illinois To***co Quitline online or by phone. Visit https://bit.ly/3WFNx7l

02/13/2026

Dear WIC parents,

Happy Valentine’s Day! Today is all about love, and that includes the love you pour into your family every single day. Take a moment today to remember: You are strong. You are capable. And with WIC, you have a community behind you.

What you do matters, and we see you. We're here to assist you, cheer you on, and help your family thrive—not just today, but all year long.

With love,
Your friends at WIC ❤️



Estimados padres de WIC,

¡Feliz Día de San Valentín! Hoy se trata del amor, y eso incluye el amor que usted entrega a su familia todos los días. Tómese un momento hoy para recordar que: Usted es fuerte. Usted es capaz. Y con WIC, tiene a una comunidad que le respalda.

Lo que usted hace es importante, y lo valoramos. Estamos aquí para ayudarle, animarle y ayudar a su familia a prosperar, no solo hoy, sino durante todo el año.

Con cariño,
Sus amigos de WIC ❤️

02/12/2026

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) is often called the "silent killer" because most people don't feel any symptoms.....

02/11/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month! ❤️Your heart works hard for you every single day, and during pregnancy and postpartum, it’s supporting both you and your little one. Choosing nutritious foods is one of the best ways to take care of your heart.

With WIC, you can get benefits to support you and your little one’s health, such as nutritious foods, healthcare referrals, breastfeeding support, and more! WIC is available to those who are pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months after the end of a pregnancy), or breastfeeding (up to the infant’s first birthday), plus infants and children under age 5.

To learn more about how WIC can support you, call us at: 618-662-4406



❤️ ¡Febrero es el Mes del Corazón! ❤️ Su corazón trabaja duro para usted todos los días, y durante el embarazo y el posparto, los sostiene tanto a usted como a su pequeño. Elegir alimentos nutritivos es una de las mejores maneras de cuidar su corazón.

¡Con WIC, puede obtener beneficios para fomentar su salud y la de su pequeño, como alimentos nutritivos, referencias de atención médica, apoyo para la lactancia materna y más! WIC está disponible para personas embarazadas, en etapa de posparto (hasta 6 meses después del fin del embarazo) o en período de lactancia (hasta el primer año del bebé), y para bebés y niños menores de 5 años.

Para conocer más sobre cómo WIC puede apoyarle, visite www.signupwic.com/es/about

02/09/2026

We will be closed on Monday, February 16th, in honor of Presidents' Day.

02/05/2026

It's American Heart Health Month.

Feeling stressed out? It's a part of life, but how you handle it makes all the difference.

Here are some healthy ways to keep stress in check.

🔗 For more on stress management, visit: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/diseases/stress.html