Jackson County, IL
Coronavirus Hub
The health and safety of our residents is our first priority, Here you will find the most up to date information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Guidance
(Updated September 10, 2024)
Under current guidance, if you are ill with a respiratory virus (or tested positive), you can resume normal activities* when, for at least 24 hours, both of these conditions are true:
• Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
• You have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication).
* However, while you can resume normal activities, you should take added precautions over the next 5 days, such as taking additional steps for cleaner air, hygiene, masks, physical distancing, and/or testing when you will be around other people indoors.
• Keep in mind that you may still be able to spread the virus that made you sick, even if you are feeling better. You are likely to be less contagious at this time, depending on factors like how long you were sick or how sick you were.
• If you develop a fever or you start to feel worse after you have gone back to normal activities, stay home and away from others again until, for at least 24 hours, both are true: your symptoms are improving overall, and you have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication). Then take added precaution for the next 5 days.
See examples of how to apply the updated isolation guidance for respiratory viruses.
The new Respiratory Virus Guidance is for the general public, however, persons who may be more susceptible to respiratory viruses, may need to take more advanced precautions. This includes older persons, those with weakened immune systems or pregnant people.
The new isolation guidance is not applicable in healthcare settings. Such facilities should continue to follow previous guidance.
JCHD is now administering updated (2024-25) COVID-19 vaccinations. We carry Pfizer for those ages 6 months and older and Moderna for those ages 12 and older. JCHD also carries flu vaccine and high-dose (age 65 & older) flu vaccine, as well as RSV vaccine for persons age 60-75 with qualifying medical conditions. Those age 75 and older qualify for the RSV vaccine. Most insurances are accepted for vaccinations. JCHD does not accept Tricare, Tricare4Life, or other forms of Tricare VA Military insurance. For those that are uninsured or underinsured, JCHD has flu and RSV vaccines for a nominal out-of-pocket fee. Make an immunization appointment here or by calling 618-684-3143, ext. 150.
COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children
Children 6 months through 4 years of age who are unvaccinated may receive a three-dose series of the Pfizer-BioNTech bivalent vaccine.
Children who are 5 years of age who are unvaccinated may receive a single dose of the Pfizer BioNTech bivalent vaccine.
*JCHD currently only keeps Pfizer in stock for children.
Appointments are required for health department vaccinations.
Location: Front building, 415 Health Department Rd, Murphysboro, IL 62966
If you are immunocompromised:
Talk to your healthcare provider about getting additional doses of updated COVID-19 vaccine.