Hancock County Health Department

Community Health

Our Community Health Division offers many services

Communicable Disease Reporting and Investigation - All communicable and infectious disease cases must be reported to the Health Department. Our Communicable Disease Division is responsible for tracking and follow-up of any outbreaks or unusual cases.

Animal Bites and Follow-Up - Cat and dog bites and exposure from all other animals are to be reported to the Communicable Disease Division for follow-up and investigation.

Flu and Pneumonia Immunizations - During the months of October and November, we conduct flu and pneumonia clinics throughout Hancock County. Call for times and locations.

International Travel Vaccine Information - We provide the latest information regarding required immunizations, health requirements, and health hints for those traveling outside the country.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Confidential testing and counseling is available for all STD's, including HIV. Educational material is also available.

Infectious Disease Education - Educational materials are available for infectious diseases.

Smoke-Free Restaurant Recognition Program - In cooperation with the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Health Department recruits local restaurants to become smoke-free. Participating restaurants receive special incentives. Smoke Free Restaurants in Hancock County.

All Kids - The All Kids program offers Illinois’ uninsured children comprehensive health care that includes doctor’s visits, hospital stays, prescription drugs, vision care, dental care and medical devices like eyeglasses and asthma inhalers. Parents pay monthly premiums for the coverage, but rates for middle-income families are significantly lower than they are on the private market. For instance, a family of four that earns between $40,000 and $59,999 a year pays a $40 monthly premium per child, and a $10 co-pay per physician visit. To get enrollment information, fill out the application today. The program officially began on July 1, 2006.

Hancock County SAFE KIDS Chapter - The Hancock County Health Department is the sponsoring agency for the Hancock County SAFE KIDS Chapter. SAFE KIDS is a national effort to reduce unintentional injuries to children. Hancock County SAFE KIDS sponsors twice yearly car seat check-up events. We also provide a guest speaker on bicycle safety, fire safety, poisons and other unintentional injuries.

Car Seat Program - Car Seats are provided for families that are unable to afford a proper seat. Donations are requested. If you already own a car seat and are concerned about its safety or installation, call Melita for a car seat check-up. Melita is Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician.

Car seats available to WIC/FCM clients in Hancock County.