Randolph County Health Department-IL

05/29/2026

Fight the bite by avoiding tick-infested areas.

The best way to avoid a tick bite is to avoid the areas where ticks prefer to hang out. This is especially important in May, June and July – right about the time you want to get outdoors!

Avoid contact with overgrown grass, brush and leaf litter, ticks love to hide in these areas.

Stick to the middle of the trail and stay away from the trail edges.

05/22/2026

Repel the pests, enjoy the rest. 🦟☀️

Memorial Day weekend means more time outdoors – and more exposure to mosquitoes and ticks. Holiday fun is better bite-free, so protect your crew and don’t let bug bites ruin the long weekend. Stay safe, stay covered, and enjoy the outdoors!

✅ Use EPA-registered insect repellent
✅ Wear long sleeves & light-colored clothing
✅ Check for ticks after spending time outdoors
✅ Remove standing water around your home
✅ Keep pets protected too

05/21/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we honor those who served.

05/12/2026

Randolph County residents may dispose of sealed sharps containers at the Randolph County Health Department office in Chester between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Give us a call if you have any questions about sharps disposal!

For information about the safe and secure disposal for prescription medications : medtakebackillinois.org

05/08/2026

We’re grateful to partner with the Jackson County Health Department - Illinois to help support breast cancer patients and caregivers in our community. Their Patient Navigators are here to help individuals overcome barriers to care by providing completely FREE support, guidance, and resources throughout the journey. 💗

If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please reach out and connect with their team.

Jackson County Health Department Patient Navigators are here to help breast cancer patients and caregivers overcome barriers to care by offering completely FREE support, including:
✔️ Transportation assistance
✔️ Appointment coordination
✔️ Language assistance
✔️ Help connecting to local resources
✔️ Finding support groups and community services

If you or a loved one needs support during treatment or recovery, we’re here to help. Reach out to learn more: 618-684-3143 ext. 108

05/05/2026

05/04/2026

May is Melanoma Awareness Month. Wearing sunscreen daily along with protective clothing, and staying in the shade can help reduce your risk of Melanoma. Wearing hats and sunglasses also helps in limiting your UV exposure. Prevention is key!

05/01/2026

IDPH Urges Illinoisans to ‘Fight the Bite’ and Avoid Ticks During Lyme Disease Awareness Month. With warm weather quickly approaching, we are seeing ticks become very active.

If you plan on spending time outside make sure you apply an EPA-registered repellent, wear light colored and long sleeved clothing, and avoid tall grass. Perform a tick check on yourself, your children and your pets shortly after returning from the outdoors.

https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/tickborne-illnesses/lyme-disease.html

04/27/2026

Another food pantry has been added to the Randolph County list.