Clay County Health Department

06/01/2026

💻 Visit abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal to learn more and check your information. To use your benefits, visit link.illinois.gov or call 1-800-678-LINK.

Did you receive a Link card in the mail?

It may be for Summer EBT.

Families who are not already receiving SNAP or cash benefits may be mailed a Link card to access Summer EBT benefits.

💻 Visit abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal to learn more and check your information. To use your benefits, visit link.illinois.gov or call 1-800-678-LINK.

06/01/2026

We are looking for a someone to fill our temporary Vector Surveillance Intern position. This position is for the month of July and August. If you would be interested, please apply at healthdept.org or stop by the health department for an application.

05/29/2026

The most effective way to reduce the risk of Alpha-gal syndrome - and other tick-related illnesses - is to prevent tick bites by using EPA-registered insect repellent, avoiding tall grass and brush, and checking for ticks after spending time outdoors.

Most people know ticks can spread diseases like Lyme disease. But fewer people know that some tick bites can trigger a red meat allergy.

This condition is called Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). It occurs when the body develops an allergic reaction to a molecule called alpha-gal after a tick bite.

People with AGS may have allergic reactions hours after eating foods like beef, pork, lamb, or venison. Symptoms can range from mild itching to severe allergic reactions that require medical care.

AGS has been increasingly recognized in the U.S., and cases have been reported in Illinois.

The most effective way to reduce the risk of Alpha-gal syndrome - and other tick-related illnesses - is to prevent tick bites by using EPA-registered insect repellent, avoiding tall grass and brush, and checking for ticks after spending time outdoors.

05/28/2026

Looking for information about daycare centers in Illinois? Visit http://www.illinois.gov/daycareinfo

Looking for information about daycare centers in Illinois? Visit http://www.illinois.gov/daycareinfo to find a licensed daycare, research a licensed daycare’s history, learn how to become a licensed daycare provider and more.

05/28/2026

Check out our new video segment showing "what season it is" at the Clay County Health Department!

🦟Always make sure to take necessary precautions when going outside. You never know what will find you!🦟

05/27/2026

Clay County Health Department will be hosting 😁 Miles of Smiles 😁 on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Miles of Smiles, Ltd. is providing preventative dental services at Clay County Health Department to eligible children in ALL GRADES.
🦷Services may include an exam/screening by a licensed dentist or licensed and certified public health dental hygienist, a cleaning, fluoride varnish application, and sealant placement if needed.
🪥This also satisfies the dental requirement mandated by the State of Illinois for school children: (Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th, and 9th).
🦷There is NO COST to the family or health department.
🪥After the services are performed, the following entities will be billed where applicable: IL Medicaid Program, public/private grants, or private dental insurance.
🦷Miles of Smiles, Ltd. will accept any reimbursement as the final payment (even if the claim is denied). The families and the schools are never billed for any copayments, deductibles, or balances.

☎️Call 618-662-4406 and ask for April to schedule an appointment.

05/22/2026

We will be closed Monday, May 25th in honor of Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

✨Breaking New Ground for Your Health✨

Thank you Clay County Hospital and Medical Clinics for hosting us and for the delicious food! A special thank you to those who were able to come out and celebrate with us, including our Board of Health and County Board members.

📸Also be sure to check out the shots our friends at Mix-FM WNOI 103.9 and Clay County Republican were able to capture.📸

Here's to new beginnings!

05/21/2026

We currently have one opening at 8:30 a.m. left for our FREE adult dental clinic on Monday, June 8th!

To qualify, individuals must be:
🦷A resident of Clay County or receive WIC services through CCHD
🦷20 years of age or older
🦷Have Medicaid or no insurance
🦷Be income eligible
🦷Have not seen the dentist in the past year
**Paperwork must be filled out in person or over the phone prior to your appointment.**

🪥Services offered at our clinics are dental cleanings, fluoride varnishes, SDF treatment (as needed), and intraoral imaging.
☎️Call 618-662-4406 and ask for April to schedule your appointment today!