Lawrence County Health Department

Lawrence County Health Department In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. mail: U.S.

Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, s*x (including gender identity and s*xual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: 1. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or 2. fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or 3. email: program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

12/03/2025

Fever, cough, chills, sore throat, headache… is it the flu? Each year, influenza, or flu, sends thousands of Americans to the hospital. This contagious respiratory infection affects the entire body and is usually spread when a person coughs or sneezes.

The single most effective thing you can do to avoid the flu is to get vaccinated every year.

Misconceptions about the flu shot that may cause people to skip this important preventative measure. Here are some facts everyone should know about the flu vaccine. For more information, visit: https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/influenza/myths-and-facts-flushot

The 2025 Food Establishment Permit application deadline is quickly approaching. To avoid late fees, all applications mus...
12/01/2025

The 2025 Food Establishment Permit application deadline is quickly approaching. To avoid late fees, all applications must be submitted by December 31, 2025. Applications may also be dropped off at the LCHD. If sent by mail, the application must be postmarked before December 31, 2025 to avoid a late fee.

Questions? Call 618-943-3302.

Looking forward to that Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich the next day? Make sure to take care of your leftovers to reduce...
11/28/2025

Looking forward to that Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich the next day? Make sure to take care of your leftovers to reduce foodborne germs!

➡️Refrigerate all leftovers within 2 hours of cooking to prevent food poisoning.
➡️Divide leftovers into smaller portions and put food in shallow and sealed containers to help them cool faster.
➡️Reheat all leftovers to at least 165°F before serving or eating.
➡️Eat your leftovers within 3-4 days of storing them. Freeze them to store for longer.

Enjoy!🦃🥪

Happy Thanksgiving from the Lawrence County Health Department! 🦃🍂Today, we pause to reflect on the many things we’re gra...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Lawrence County Health Department! 🦃🍂

Today, we pause to reflect on the many things we’re grateful for—our dedicated staff, our community partners, and the wonderful residents we have the privilege to serve each day.

Thank you for trusting us with your care and well-being. We are honored to be part of this community.

Wishing you a safe, healthy, and joy-filled Thanksgiving surrounded by the people who mean the most.

The Lawrence County Health Department will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday so our staff can enjoy...
11/27/2025

The Lawrence County Health Department will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday so our staff can enjoy the holiday with their families.

We are incredibly thankful for the trust and support of our community, and we appreciate the opportunity to serve you throughout the year. 🧡

Have a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Don’t let food poisoning crash your Thanksgiving feast!🦃🍴🦠Keep your dinner delicious AND safe by following these food sa...
11/26/2025

Don’t let food poisoning crash your Thanksgiving feast!🦃🍴🦠
Keep your dinner delicious AND safe by following these food safety tips:
➡️Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food.
➡️Keep raw meat separate from produce and cooked foods. Avoid cross-contamination.
➡️Don’t wash or rinse your raw turkey.
➡️Use a meat thermometer and cook your turkey until it reaches 165 degrees F.
➡️Refrigerate all leftovers within 2 hours of cooking.
➡️Eat leftovers within 3 to 4 days or freeze them to store for longer.
🔗Get the full Thanksgiving food safety guide: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-foodhandling-
and-preparation/poultry/your-safe-thanksgiving-guide

11/25/2025

Substance abuse walk-ins will not be accepted on Wednesday, November 26. However, anyone may walk into the LCHD Behavior Health Clinic to meet with a counselor and obtain a Mental Health intake.

Bypass waiting for a future appointment, and become an LCHD client today! Anyone interested in counseling, access to a psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, mental health groups or Care Coordination is encouraged to attend!

Please call 618-943-3302 for more information.

11/25/2025

The Lab will close at noon on Wednesday, November 26, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Please schedule lab work appropriately, and call 618-943-3302 with any questions.

Happy early Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025
Check out the upcoming Christmas in the Park activities sponsored by the LCHD and many other local businesses!
11/25/2025

Check out the upcoming Christmas in the Park activities sponsored by the LCHD and many other local businesses!

If you want to keep enjoying your pie, refrigerate it within 2 hoursof baking it. 🥧🍴
11/23/2025

If you want to keep enjoying your pie, refrigerate it within 2 hours
of baking it. 🥧🍴

Address

2101 James Street
Lawrenceville, IL
62439

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+16189433302

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