The mission of the Iroquois County Public Health Department is to fulfill society’s interest in assuring conditions in which people can reach their maximum health potential.
1001 East Grant Street, Watseka, IL 60970
Clinical Services
Clinical Services
Clinical services provided include:
Hemoglobin Screenings – Regular testing is used to monitor nutritional iron levels. Early detection of low hemoglobin levels aid in the prevention of conditions associated with iron-deficiency anemia which may lead to learning disabilities, motor difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead Screenings – Early detection of lead poisoning in children is important for the prevention of conditions such as learning disabilities, behavioral problems, brain damage, blindness, muscle weakness, or even death. The only sure way to detect lead poisoning is through testing.
Paternity Testing – This testing is provided for “Court Ordered Cases Only” and provides genetic screening for adult and infant clients identified by the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Pregnancy Testing – Early prenatal care has been proven to improve one’s chances of having a healthy baby. Early testing allows the mother to start prenatal care and obtain referrals to agencies which provide prenatal and/or parenting education.
Immunization Program
To obtain more information on childhood vaccines and the appropriate schedule for their administration, please visit The Illinois Department of Public Health website at:
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Immunization Program
The Immunization Program provides vaccines for children and adults which prevent the spread of infectious and vaccine-preventable diseases.
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Childhood Immunizations – Immunizations are needed to protect children from diseases that might otherwise be deadly. The program provides required immunizations at a reduced cost for all children who meet federal eligibility guidelines.
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Adult Immunizations – Immunizations are provided to prevent the spread of infectious and vaccine-preventable diseases. Immunizations decrease morbidity rates and improve the quality of health. Adult immunizations include:
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Flu
COVID-19
Pneumonia
Td (Tetanus and Diphtheria)
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis [whooping cough])
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Twinrix (Hepatitis A & B)
Shingles (Must be ≥ 60 years of age)
Chickenpox
MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)
Meningitis
International Travel
International Travel Program​​​
The International Travel Program assists those who plan to travel outside of the United States. This information program helps travelers to obtain appropriate vaccinations, provides information on current health and medical concerns or outbreaks associated with the country they plan to visit, and provides information on travel measures to enhance health protection while visiting the destination country.
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To obtain more information on international travel visit the CDC website.
Jail & Institution Program
Jails & Institution Program
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The Jails & Institution Program provides physical assessment, consultation (as needed), and referrals (as appropriate) for incarcerated individuals in Iroquois County, thus, identifying at-risk prisoners and reducing the spread of infectious diseases.​​