Brown County Public Health Department

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

EDIT: As of 3:15pm 6/2/26, all Solutran processes are fully restored.

WIC is a food assistance program for Women, Infants, and Children. It helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy by providing:

06/02/2026

"Illinois' WIC processor is currently down statewide. Your WIC card will not work at any store throughout the state. The state of Illinois is actively working to resolve this as quickly as possible. Your WIC agency is not able to help with this issue. Updates will be posted on the IDHS website. Thank you for your patience."

WIC is a food assistance program for Women, Infants, and Children. It helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy by providing:

06/02/2026

Need lab work done but worried about high insurance deductibles or lack of coverage? We offer affordable, budget-friendly lab services! Please note that a provider’s order and an appointment are required. Call us today at (217) 773-2714 to get a quick, upfront price estimate, ask questions, or schedule your appointment!

06/02/2026

WIC benefits are temporarily unavailable due to a widespread processing outage. We apologize for the inconvenience and are waiting for the provider to restore service.

05/29/2026

Fight the Bite Friday

Ticks love outdoor adventures almost as much as you do. Don’t give them a free ride!

05/25/2026

REMINDER: The Brown County Health Department is closed today for Memorial Day. We will resume normal office hours and services on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding.

05/22/2026

We are delighted to have an outstanding sign to identify our health department!

05/22/2026

The Brown County Health Department will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026, for Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/16/2026

Far too many women go into the stages of menopause not knowing what to expect. And part of it is because we don't talk about it enough. So we're here to talk about it.🗣️

You've probably heard about menopause. But perimenopause? Maybe not so much.

➡️What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the transition from regular periods (or menstrual cycles) to menopause (12 months without a period). It can last 2-8 years (yes... years), and can start anywhere between your mid to late 30s and early to mid 50s. Each transition is unique to each person.

➡️What are the symptoms?
Symptoms can be different for everyone – and they usually happen gradually over time. They can include changes in menstrual flow and frequency, hot flashes, mood changes, brain fog, vaginal dryness, or trouble sleeping.

➡️Is there any treatment?
There are treatment options available to help with certain symptoms. They include hormonal options, like hormone replacement therapy (HRT), or lifestyle changes, like being physically active, quitting to***co, or limiting alcohol.

If you're bothered by your symptoms, talk to your health care provider. You can work together to find a treatment that's right for you.

And remember: going through the stages of menopause is not a negative thing. It's just a new stage of your life.🩷

🔗Learn more about each stage of menopause: https://womenshealth.gov/menopause