Dear Community Members,
Welcome to the Kendall County Health Department information pages. We have organized our programs, our services, and well being information that is relevant to quality of life matters for our community members. Several community partners have also contributed to the development of a 2021 MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships) priorities and related vision statement:
- Increase community population opportunities for access to oral health care
- Decrease community population potential exposure to Lyme Disease
- Connect seniors to assets that reduce socio-economic duress and support mental health
Complete health includes social well being, mental health, environmental health, and physical health. To this end; we aspire to educate, motivate, inspire, and empower citizens of Kendall County to make healthy choices.
(Kendall County Community MAPP Partners, 11/15)
I would like to invite you to speak with me about your input, insights, or questions with regard to this important work. I would also be honored to speak with you about your input, insights, and reflections with regard to any of the information on our web site. Feel free to contact me at (630) 553-8097.
Peace, Amaal
Understanding Vaping Practices in Illinois Survey
September 23rd, 2019Understanding Vaping Practices in Illinois Survey Link: https://redcap.dph.illinois.gov/surveys/index.php?s=CD8D74MW4T
Public health departments across the country are trying to understand why people are getting sick after vaping. Information you provide about your vaping habits can help us to better understand vaping habits in Illinois and may help us to identify what is different about the people who have become sick.
We appreciate your willingness to provide information. There is no identifying information linked to this survey and any information you provide will be anonymous and confidential.
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Leave Juuling out of your day to reach success. Using nicotine in adolescence can harm the parts of the brain that control attention, learning, mood, and impulse control. https://t.co/j2W54n7axU
The Kendall County Health Department will be closed November 28-29, 2019. Have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend! https://t.co/jqwbRhbLPT
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Vaping and Juuling could slow you down. Some studies have found vapes to contain lead, nickel, tin, silver, formaldehyde, manganese, toluene, and other chemicals linked to cancer and central nervous system problems. https://t.co/574deMuNlA
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SCHOOLS: Registration for the 2020 Illinois Youth Survey is now open! To register, call 888-333-5612 or visit https://t.co/KNwqEH8XV2. It is a free and confidential opportunity for schools to gather valuable information on students’ health and social indicators.
Recycling has changed over the years. Visit the Green Page website for the latest about recycling at https://t.co/gqLA1yrUEJ
Do what you have "always been meaning to do" NOW because life is short. November 15th is Do Something Day. Discover what lies behind this incredibly meaningful day at https://t.co/uQho7PLjv3
Vaping Affects Mood & Focus: Keep A Clear Head in the Game and at School! https://t.co/yJc8cc6i6H
Please be thinking of those individuals in our community who may require a check of well-being and/or support during these cold temperatures. View the current list of warming shelters within Kendall County at https://t.co/TXmBfruYa3
Now’s the time to review and compare your Medicare plan options for 2020. See if you can find lower costs or better coverage, or just make sure your current plan is still the best way to go. https://t.co/MPbd2wtvNS #MedicareOE https://t.co/udaEREK8p7
The Kendall County Health Department will be closed on Monday, November 11th, 2019. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, November 12th, 2019. https://t.co/8kej49fTgW
Take pride in who you are and what you can achieve. You can quit vaping. Call 866-QUIT-YES or visit https://t.co/ojxYLPysxQ https://t.co/MXuxyCnsPB
Have you received your flu vaccine this year? Getting a flu vaccine annually is the best way to prevent the flu. Talk to your doctor or stop by the Kendall County Health Department to get your flu shot today. Learn more at 630-553-9100 or https://t.co/ARFne0hNVr. #VaccinesWork https://t.co/Kj1QFfFJhT
Are you or a loved one without health insurance? The Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace is now open! Learn more at https://t.co/Q5hW6dEtze
