Cumberland County Illinois Health Department

Take Charge of Your Health

Free online course

A 6-week virtual series about living with ongoing health concerns will be available beginning Oct. 5th. The course is free, but registration is required to join.

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Visit go.illinois.edu/2023TakeChargeofYourHealth to register

The Cumberland County Health Department’s (CCHD) Mission is to assist County Residents, of all ages, with the development and maintenance of healthy living habits through programs based on the assessment of their needs. As we look forward to 2023 and beyond, CCHD is committed to reach out to all residents by offering preventative, screening, maintenance, and safety programs that are available, accessible, and affordable. Keeping financial prudence in mind, we will grow and expand services based upon the community needs and will collaborate with other providers who share our goals and vision.

Fight the Bite Friday

Attention Illinois Residents

We have had 5 West Nile virus deaths so far this year. It's important to protect yourself from mosquitoes. Remember, wearing long-sleeved clothing and pants paired with regular use of insect repellent can make all the difference. For additional tips and information, visit:

tinyurl.com/ye2b2jaw

#FightTheBiteIllinois #FightTheBiteFriday

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Get the Tick Defense Crossword here!

IDPH Warns Public to Watch Out for Rabid Bats

Over two dozen cases of rabies have been verified in bats across 14 Illinois counties this year. For information about rabies and what to do if you think you've been exposed, plus tips for keeping you family and pets safe from exposure, you can read the article on our
News page

Or read the original news release on the IDPH website at:

https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news