Protecting and providing for our Southern Illinois Community for over 70 years

Welcome to Jackson County Health Department!

*PrEP and Sexual Health appointments by phone only.
Please call 618-684-3143 ext. 150 for appointment. 

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Important Announcements

Updated Jackson County Solid Waste Management Plan Open for Public Review and Comment

Jackson County Solid Waste & Recycling Management Plan 2024

Leave a comment on the Public Comment Form. Comments are accepted until January 21, 2025.

Read more about the Illinois Solid Waste and Recycling Act (SWPRA) and solid waste planning here.

Request a Free Colorectal Screening Kit

Colorectal Cancer is preventable and highly curable when it is found early. JCHD offers a free, non-invasive at-home colorectal screening option to adults ages 45-75. FIT kits can be picked up in the front building during normal business hours. 

To find out if the FIT screening is right for you or for more information, call 618-684-3143 ext. 150. 

Sharps Disposal

Dispose of your medical sharps safely and securely at any of our 5 disposal locations. 

Mpox (MPV)

Keep up with the latest news on the Mpox outbreak. 

Flu Vaccinations

Schedule your vaccine today.

Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances are accepted.

Holiday Light Recycling

Recycle old holiday lights – 7 convenient drop-offs for a brighter future.

Press Releases 

Holiday Light Recycling – 12/11/2024

World AIDS Day – 11/27/2024

2024 Flu/COVID/RSV Vaccines Available – 9/12/2024

After Hours Answering Service for Public Health Emergencies Only:
• 1-800-875-0162 is for after-hours Public Health Emergencies Only.
• Once staff receive the message from the service, we will return your call if we deem it a public health emergency.
• If it is not deemed an emergency, we will return your call on the next business day.