RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Departments joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about Meningitis B, CPR classes, family planning, teeth varnishing for kids, and school physicals. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments are announcing several important health initiatives. The Meningitis B vaccine is now available at First Choice Healthcare clinics while supplies last, targeting young adults and college students at higher risk. Monthly CPR certification classes are being offered every fourth Tuesday in Kewanee for $45, providing critical emergency skills. For children aged 3 to 6, fluoride teeth varnishing appointments can help prevent cavities and are now available at all clinic locations. Comprehensive family planning services, including exams, contraceptives, and pregnancy testing, are also being offered. For details or appointments, visit henrystarkhealth.com or call your nearest clinic.
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, along with First Choice Healthcare, are announcing the availability of the Meningitis B vaccine at their First Choice Healthcare clinics while supplies last. Meningitis B is a potentially deadly infection that affects the brain and spinal cord, with college students and young adults at higher risk. Meningitis B can quickly turn deadly, with symptoms escalating to severe complications like sepsis. The CDC recommends that adolescents and young adults between 16 and 23 consult with their healthcare provider to determine if the two-dose MenB vaccine is right for them. The vaccine is given as a two-dose series and is recommended for individuals aged 16 to 23, especially those at increased risk.
Those seeking the vaccine can visit the Kewanee Clinic at 110 North Burr Boulevard either by appointment or on a walk-in basis. For residents near Colona and Toulon, appointments are required at 103 1st Street and 120 East Court Street, respectively. First Choice provides all immunizations as private pay vaccines and works with most insurance plans. To check your eligibility, understand costs, or confirm vaccine availability, call the Kewanee clinic at 309-852-5272, Colona at 309-792-4011, or Toulon at 309-852-3115.
For more information, visit www.henrystarkhealth.com or find them on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, in partnership with First Choice Healthcare, are inviting residents to take part in monthly CPR certification classes. With heart disease remaining the top cause of death nationwide, learning CPR is vital—it could save the life of someone close to you. Participants will gain hands-on training to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for infants, children, and adults, along with instruction on using automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Classes take place every fourth Tuesday, from 4 to 6 PM, at the Health Department, 110 N. Burr Blvd., Kewanee. The cost is $45, and spaces are limited. For details or to register, call 852-0197, ext. 231.
There is a minimum and maximum participation limit for the classes.
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, along with their First Choice Healthcare Clinics in Kewanee, Colona, and Toulon, are now offering fluoride teeth varnishing appointments for children. Fluoride varnish is an effective treatment to help prevent tooth decay, especially in children between the ages of 3 and 6. Applying fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and can slow or stop the progression of cavities. Since many young children may not visit a dentist regularly, trained clinic staff are providing these services locally. Parents are encouraged to call their nearest clinic to schedule an appointment and help support their child’s dental health.
The First Choice Healthcare Clinics are offering fluoride varnishing appointments at their locations in Kewanee, 110 N. Burr Blvd. 309-852-5272; Colona, 103 1st St. 309-792-4011; and Toulon, 120 E. Court St. 309-852-3115. For more information, visit www.henrystarkhealth.com or find them on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, together with their First Choice Healthcare Clinics, are highlighting their comprehensive Family Planning Clinic services for area women. These clinics offer annual physical exams, including breast exams and Pap smears, as well as pregnancy testing and contraceptive services. The initiative aims to empower women with knowledge and resources for planning pregnancies and identifying potential health issues early. Appointments are available at their locations in Kewanee, 110 N. Burr Blvd., 309-852-5272; Colona, 103 1st St., 309-792-4011; and Toulon, 120 E. Court St., 309-852-3115. Medicaid, private pay, and a sliding fee scale help make care accessible. For full details and eligibility information, visit www.henrystarkhealth.com or find them on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
