Health Education Program

The purpose of the Health Education Program is to keep the community informed of important health issues and available services, to provide educational programming, to develop promotional campaigns, to distribute information, and to make referrals as needed. Staff in the Health Education program directly provide services for key disease prevention initiatives offered to Woodford County citizens.

Break the Habit

The Woodford County Health Department would like to announce a new program offered to residents in Woodford County entitled "Break the Habit". The program may allow smokers some financial assistance with the purchase of nicotine replacement, such as nicotine patches or Chantix. Financial assistance for the program will be offered on a first come first serve basis to Woodford residents as funding permits. In addition to the nicotine replacement therapy assistance, the program will also offer free one-on-one telephone support for smokers through the Illinois Tobacco Quitline (1-866-QUIT YES).
For information, call 467-3064.

Illinois Tobacco Free Communities (ITFC)

WCHD provides incentives and recognition to Woodford County food establishments which are smoke-free, offers counseling and smoking cessation assistance to women enrolled in our WIC program, offers materials and, presentations on tobacco prevention activities to schools, and compiles data on prevention efforts in Woodford County that is reported quarterly to the State.

Click here for information on smoke free families

Click here for information on how to quit smoking during pregnancy

Click here for frequently asked questions about the Smoke Free Illinois Act

Woodford County Tobacco Prevention Coalition

The Woodford County Tobacco Prevention Coalition is group of community members dedicated to the cause of reducing the effects of tobacco in our communities. The objectives of the coalition are to...

Educate young people about the dangers of using tobacco.
Encourage quitting smoking for all age groups.
Advocate for clean indoor air in all settings.

This Coalition encompasses a diverse membership, including hospitals, schools, private citizens, and other county and community agencies.

For more information on how you can join us in the fight for clean air call Paul at (309) 467-3064

Illinois Smoke-free Restaurant Recognition Program

The Illinois Smoke-Free Restaurant Recognition Program was created by the Illinois Department of Public Health to address the concerns of restaurant patrons who are exposed to second hand smoke in restaurants. This program encourages restaurant owners to go smoke-free, creating a healthier environment for both customers and employees. Educational brochures that explain the program are available from the Illinois Department of Public Health and Woodford County Health Department. All restaurants who participate in the program are recognized on the Illinois Department of Public Health's website, their local county health department's website, and annually in local newspapers.

Click here to download a list of Woodford County smoke-free restaurants

Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP)

The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program can provide eligible women who reside in Woodford County with a free mammogram, breast exam, and Pap test.

Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) Guidelines:

If you live in Woodford County and do not have insurance, you may be eligible for a free mammogram, breast exam and Pap test. These important screening tests are provided through the Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP).
Women who have no health insurance or are under insured for these screenings, and meet the age guidelines below may be eligible for free screenings.
Women between 35 and 64 years old may qualify for a free mammogram and breast exam. *Note: Women younger than 40 with symptoms of breast cancer may qualify for these screening services.
Women between 35 and 64 years old may qualify for a free Pap test. *Note: Women younger than 35 with symptoms of cervical cancer may qualify for this test.
For more information and to find out if you are eligible contact Woodford County Health Department, (309) 467-3064 ext. 4714.

Heart Smart for Teens

Heart Smart for Teens is a program to inspire local teenagers to adopt healthier eating and exercise habits. The Woodford County Health Department is currently not funded to conduct this program.

Citizens Against Substance Abuse (CASA)

click here to view "The Effects of Alcohol on the Adolescent Brain".

Click here for more information about CASA or go to www.casawoodfordcounty.org