What are the opening hours?

Monday 7am - 12pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm Tuesday 7am - 12pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm Wednesday 7am - 12pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm Thursday 7am - 12pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm Friday 7am - 12pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Calhoun County Health Department

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Calhoun County Health Department

210 French Street
Hardin, IL 62047
618-576-2428

Open Mon-Friday from 7am - 4:30pm. Closed for lunc This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Our Mission Statement -

The Calhoun County Health Department is committed to and responsible for assuring quality Public Health and Home Health services to the citizens of Calhoun County.

Our goal is the promotion of wellness and protection of the health and safety of you and your family.

Attainment of our goal will be accomplished through the joint efforts of health professionals, hea

lth care facilities, schools, local and state officials and most importantly, you, the citizens of Calhoun County. Your involvement is crucial in the prevention of illness and protection of our environment.

04/24/2026

💉 Keep our community safe! Get FREE sharps containers here!

Properly disposing of needles and lancets protects your family, our sanitation workers, and the environment. We're making it easier than ever to do the right thing!

✅️ FREE New Containers: pick up a professional-grade sharps container at The Calhoun County Health Department today!

✅️ FREE Disposal: bring your full containers back to us, and we'll handle the rest at no cost to you!

Stop by 210 French Street, Hardin, IL between the hours of 7AM and 4:30PM. Let's work together to keep Calhoun County safe!

04/22/2026

🌍Happy Earth Day🌍 from your friends at the Health Department!

What's something you and your family can do on this beautiful Earth Day?

Host a "Plogging" Session 🏃‍♂️🗑️
"Plogging" is a blend of jogging (or walking) and picking up litter.

The Mission: Grab some gloves and a trash bag. Set a timer for 15 minutes and see how much litter your family can collect in your neighborhood. This is great functional exercise (lots of squatting and stretching!) and protects the community from pests and germs that thrive in trash.

04/21/2026

We still have available appointments. Call the office to set up an appointment or click on the link below https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CCHlthDept

04/18/2026

5 years of curiosity, conservation, and community! 🌎🌱
Yesterday, we wrapped up our 5th annual Earth Day event for Calhoun County schools, and it was our most hands-on year yet! Our local students stepped out of the classroom and into a world of discovery.

This year, our young environmentalists explored:
🦌 The Wild Side: Mastering the art of camouflage and understanding wildlife management.
🐟 Water & Soil: Learning the impact of oil spills and meeting our native fish and plant species.
🦟 Health & Safety: Getting the buzz on ticks and mosquitoes, plus why washing fruits and vegetables is a must for healthy eating.
♻️ Sustainability: Diving into recycling and getting creative with handmade bookmarks to take home!

An event of this scale only happens because of the incredible dedication of our Health Department staff and our expert presenters. Thank you for investing in the future of our county and making learning such an adventure.
We hope every student went home with a little more knowledge and a lot of inspiration to protect our planet! ✨

04/17/2026

Earth Day might be next week, but we celebrate Earth Day everyday!

Our office will be closed tomorrow for our annual Earth Day event! If you leave a message, we will get back with you as soon as we can. Thanks!

04/13/2026

Call the Office to make an appointment or click on the link below https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CCHlthDept

04/09/2026

If you think I’m crazy for spending 6 hours in the brush just to find 4 mushrooms and 6 ticks... you’ve clearly never tasted a Morel sautéed in butter. 🧈🍄 After spending time outside this weekend, make sure to check for ticks!!

May your bags be heavy and your tick-checks be empty! Happy hunting Calhoun! 🍄✨

04/08/2026

We have been working on something exciting!

🍪 Turn Your Homemade Foods into a Business! 🍯
Join Calhoun County Health Department, Jersey County Health Department & Illinois Extension to learn how to safely sell your jams, baked goods, and family recipes under the Illinois Cottage Food Law.

We’ll also cover the basics of getting started, from simple marketing and branding ideas to key steps for launching your own small business. By the end, you’ll feel prepared, informed, and ready to take the next step. Perfect for all ages!

We will be offering two classes, one in Jersey and one in Calhoun:
📅 Jersey County: May 7 | 6–7:30 p.m. | 201 W. Exchange St., Ste. A, Jerseyville
📅 Calhoun County Farm Bureau Office (Located right across from the grain elevator): May 21 | 6:30–8 p.m. | 728 S. Park St., Hardin

Interested in attending? Click the link below to register!
Registration link: go.illinois.edu/cookingupsuccess

04/02/2026

It's that time again. Call the office or click on the link to make an appointment. https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CCHlthDept

03/26/2026

Ticks are active in Illinois, and they’re not picky about where they bite. 👀
If you’re spending time outdoors hiking, gardening, or mushroom hunting, a few simple precautions can help prevent tick bites and reduce your risk of illnesses like Lyme disease and alpha-gal syndrome.
✔ Use insect repellent with DEET or picaridin
✔ Wear light-colored clothing and tuck pants into socks
✔ Walk in the center of trails and avoid tall grass
✔ Check yourself, your kids, and pets for ticks daily
✔ Shower after spending time outdoors
If you find a tick, remove it quickly and watch for symptoms like a rash or fever.
Contact your doctor if you develop unexplained illness after a tick bite.
Learn more about tick bite prevention and what to watch for below.

03/11/2026

The "Sniff Test" is a Myth 👃

Bacteria that cause food poisoning (like Salmonella or E. coli) are invisible, odorless, and tasteless ninjas. You can't smell them! When in doubt, throw it out.

01/09/2026

Update on the WIC formula change.

Address

210 French Street
Hardin, IL
62047

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 12pm
	12:30pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday	7am - 12pm
	12:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday	7am - 12pm
	12:30pm - 4:30pm
Thursday	7am - 12pm
	12:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday	7am - 12pm
	12:30pm - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.calhouncountyhealth.net/

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