The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, alongside First Choice Healthcare, have announced that Mother’s Day, May 11th, will mark the start of National Women’s Health Week, running through May 17th, 2025. This year’s theme, “Empowering Women, Cultivating Health: Celebrating Voices, Wellness & Resilience,” encourages women to put their health first by embracing preventive care and healthy habits. Key actions include staying current on vaccinations, staying active, eating nutritious foods, and attending regular checkups. Area women are also urged to visit First Choice Healthcare Clinics for services ranging from annual exams to mental health support.
Women’s Health Week highlights vital services available at First Choice Healthcare Clinics in Kewanee, Colona, and Toulon. Women in the area can access annual exams, Pap smears, pregnancy testing, contraceptive counseling, breast exams, lab work, immunizations, and mental health support. The clinics accept private pay, Medicaid, and most insurance plans, emphasizing affordability for all. Local health officials urge women to utilize these services to safeguard their well-being. For more details, call 309-852-5272 in Kewanee, 309-792-4011 in Colona, or 309-852-3115 in Toulon, or find the Henry and Stark County Health Departments online or on social media.