Peoria City/County Health Department

Join us for Public Health Night with the Peoria Chiefs!

On August 1st, step up to the plate with us at Dozer Park for Public Health Night as the Peoria Chiefs take on the Quad Cities River Bandits!

Our team from the Peoria City/County Health Department, along with Tazewell County Health Department and Woodford County Health Department, Eureka, IL, will be there to share information about our various programs and services.

We want to hear from you as well! Participate in our Community Status Assessment Survey at tinyurl.com/TriCountyCSA and let us know your thoughts on public health issues. Plus, don't miss the chance to pick up a free baseball-themed stress ball while supplies last!

Come out for an evening of fun, baseball, and community engagement. The first pitch is at 6:35 p.m. See you there!

All Peoria City/County Health Department offices will be closed this Thursday, July 11, 2024, for an all-staff training day. There will be no programs or services available at any of our locations on this day.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to enhance our services for the community. We will resume normal operations on Friday, July 12, 2024.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us before or after the closure date.

A reminder that our WIC program will be at the Peoria Riverfront Market this Saturday, July 13th, as well as July 27th, August 3rd, and August 17th from 8pm-12pm! Come visit our booth to learn more about WIC and how it supports families with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and access to healthy foods. Whether you're already part of WIC or curious to see how we can help, we're here to answer your questions and provide information. See you there! 🍎

Get active this summer with a fun twist! Participate in the Let’s Move Tri-County series of community walking events organized by the Partnership for a Healthy Community. These events will be happening throughout the tri-county area this summer - stay tuned for more events in Tazewell, Peoria, and Woodford counties!
The inaugural event will kick off at Eureka Lake walking trails on July 10th at 6 PM. Grab a couple of friends and walk alongside our host, Hannah, from the Woodford County Health Department, for a refreshing 30-minute stroll!

Exciting News for Our Community! 🍓🌽

The Peoria City/County Health Department's WIC program will be offering farmers market checks and a special WIC education class (that counts towards benefits) at the Peoria Riverfront Farmer’s Market on July 13 and July 27!

Join us anytime from 8am-12pm on these dates to learn more about how WIC can support you and your family. This is a fantastic opportunity to get fresh, local produce and gain valuable information to enhance your health and well-being.

Don't miss out on the chance to connect with our team, get your questions answered, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the market

We're teaming up with the Peoria County Regional Office of Education and the Peoria County Sheriff's Office to launch a vital safe storage campaign. Together, we aim to increase awareness about the importance of securely storing fi****ms.

As part of this initiative, we're offering free cable gun locks to our community. These locks are crucial for keeping fi****ms safe and out of reach. To get yours, simply click on the link below or scan the QR code and fill out the quick form.

Let's work together to promote safety in our community!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI3SQIb-Xf3Pplu0PHLqP2Ks-Wj2HxopFoMuoGOHdIrLbhYg/viewform

Click here to learn how we can help make the spaces you love tobacco-free! https://healthyhoi.org/ITFC

The Peoria County Courthouse, Veterans Assistance Commission, Election Commission, Animal Protection Services (PCAPS), Highway Department offices, and Peoria City/County Health Department offices will be closed for Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2024. These facilities will reopen on Friday, July 5.

Animal control officers can be reached at 309-674-3131 on the holiday during normal hours.

The Peoria County Sheriff’s Office, Jail, and Juvenile Detention Center will remain staffed and functioning, but records and in-person visitation will be closed. Inmates can still be visited remotely throughout the closure, and the bonding lobby will retain normal hours as well.

Find departments located within the Peoria County Courthouse and a full list of County holidays at peoriacounty.gov/274

We need your help! The Partnership is seeking donations of "Lulu and the Hunger Monster" books to support a series of book readings to teach children about food insecurity. These reading sessions will take place throughout the tri-county area in September. To donate a book, please visit our Amazon wish list at:
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/16TFBNCPYCNMK

Planning a trip to the County or State Fair? Protect yourself and your family from potential exposure to influenza A(H5N1)* by following the tips below!

*avian influenza A(H5N1) first occurred in wild birds and poultry and has recently been detected in dairy cows for the first time. CDC confirmed three human influenza A(H5N1) infections that had exposure to presumably infected dairy cattle. As of 6/20/2024, 12 states have reported outbreaks in cattle affecting 93 dairy herds. This number continues to grow. Please note: there are currently no dairy herds or humans that have tested positive for influenza A(H5N1) in Illinois.

Join us this Friday and Saturday for free dental services. Check-ups, cleanings, and more available!

Spread the word!

Join the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation for a FREE dental clinic on June 28th and June 29th at the Peoria Civic Center. Doors open at 8am on both days, with priority entry for Veterans on Friday, June 28th.

This event is available to anybody in need of care, regardless of their background or circumstances. If a patient is in severe pain now, don’t wait until the Mission of Mercy. Seek treatment immediately. More information on the event is available by visiting www.isds.org/mom

Coming up next week, join for a community dental event! Get free check-ups, dental care tips, and more to keep your smile healthy and bright.

See you there!

Join the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation for a FREE dental clinic on June 28th and June 29th at the Peoria Civic Center. Doors open at 8am on both days, with priority entry for Veterans on Friday, June 28th.

This event is available to anybody in need of care, regardless of their background or circumstances. If a patient is in severe pain now, don’t wait until the Mission of Mercy. Seek treatment immediately. More information on the event is available by visiting www.isds.org/mom

Click here to learn how we can help make your business campus tobacco-free! https://healthyhoi.org/ITFC
Tazewell County Health Department Peoria City/County Health Department Woodford County Health Department, Eureka, IL Hult Center for Healthy Living

Get your HIV rapid test today with the Peoria City/County Health Department! Visit us or call (309) 679-6655 to learn more about our resources and how you can get your own rapid test done.

Prevention starts with you – take the initiative to protect your health!

June 5th is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day, a day to recognize and uplift those who were born—and those who have aged—with HIV. Living with HIV still allows for a long, healthy life span with the proper care.

Learn more about Peoria City/County Health Department’s HIV-related resources at pcchd.org.

The Healthy Eating Active Living - Food System Partners (HEAL-FSP) Food Security Community Advisory Board aims to improve food security in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford Counties. They are seeking board members to represent the tri-county community, particularly those with firsthand experience utilizing food resources like SNAP, WIC, food pantries, community gardens, school lunch programs, or senior meals. To learn more or apply for a board position, visit bit.ly/foodcommunityboard.

Click here to learn how we can help make the spaces you love tobacco-free! https://healthyhoi.org/ITFC
Tazewell County Health Department Peoria City/County Health Department Woodford County Health Department, Eureka, IL Hult Center for Healthy Living

This week, we were honored to welcome Cure Violence Global staff to Peoria for an impactful program management training session. Our dedicated Program Manager, Alisha Wells, and Site Supervisor, Terry Burnside, are now equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to successfully implement the Cure Violence program right here in our community.

Cure Violence is a public health approach to violence prevention that has reduced shootings by up to 70% in some of the most violent cities across America. With the support of our local leaders and experts, we are confident that we can achieve similar results and create a safer, healthier Peoria.

Pictured from left to right:
👥 Terry Burnside, Executive Director of House of Hope and Cure Violence Peoria Site Supervisor
👥 Quinones "Q" Corniel, Jr., Regional Associate Director of National Programs for Cure Violence Global
👥 Katy Endress, Director of Epidemiology and Clinical Services at the Peoria City/County Health Department
👥 Alisha Wells, Program Manager for Cure Violence Peoria
👥 Anthony Pickens-Bey (Big), National Training, Technical Assistance Specialist for Cure Violence Global

Let's come together and support this incredible initiative to make our community safer for everyone!

Week 52 Flu Report Update! Keep a close eye on the flu stats in the Peoria and Tazewell regions. You can see all flu surveillance reports here: https://www.pcchd.org/Archive.aspx?AMID=40

Stay informed, stay healthy!