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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2021 Flooding Response to Ford County Gibson City, IL - Damage assessments have been completed in …
State Public Health Official Announce COVID-19 Resurgence Mitigations to Take Effect Statewide at 12:01am on Friday, November 20, 2020 As State Reports Record-Breaking Daily Case Totals …
State Public Health Officials Announce COVID-19 Resurgence Mitigations to Take Effect in Region 6 on November 2, 2020 Ten of 11 Regions will Operate Under …
Number of counties increases from 34 last week SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 51 counties in Illinois are considered to be …
Ford County Public Health Department Emphasizes Importance of Getting A Flu Shot Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic Avoid co-infection with COVID-19 and flu Ford County, IL …
The Ford County Public Health Department is now offering Flu vaccine. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Flu vaccine will be offered by appointment until a Flu …
First Human Case of West Nile Virus in Illinois for 2020 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reporting the first …
September is National Preparedness Month in Illinois Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) For Immediate Release SPRINGFIELD – National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to …
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[email protected] Illinois Department of Public Health Provides Guidance for State Polling Locations CHICAGO – In preparation for the 2020 elections, …
STATE OF ILLINOIS UDPATES SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR RESTAURANTS AND BAR ESTABLISHMENTS TO PROTECT PATRONS AND WORKERS FROM COVID-19 To further prevent spread, face coverings use …
Illinois Department of Public Health Launches Travel Map to Provide Guidance on Travel Risk Map shows U.S. states and country case rates to help inform …
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[email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces Efforts to Protect Illinois Communities and Frontline Workers in Response to Ongoing COVID-19 …
Office of the Governor JB Pritzker FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Jul. 29, 2020 CONTACT
[email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces Safety Guidelines for Recreational Sports Amid Ongoing …
June 15, 2020 Help for Illinois Families: Relief for Households Across the State The Pritzker Administration, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic …
June 11, 2020 First Mosquitoes Testing Positive for West Nile Virus Reported The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first mosquitoes to test …
Ford County Public Health Department Seeks Partnership with Local Establishments During COVID-19 Pandemic Ford County, IL – Governor Pritzker recently announced a plan to safely …
Illinoisans are currently required to wear a face covering or mask in public, and FCPHD wants to ensure community members have what they need to …
Today is National Nurses Day and kicks off National Nurses Week. This couldn’t be a better time to celebrate the work and dedication of nurses, …
FCPHD Helps Seniors in Need during COVID-19 Outbreak Because older adults are at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19, it is important …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE In a joint statement issued today, local law enforcement leaders of Ford County confirmed that it was their intention to respond to …
Pursuant to Executive Order 2020-32, all individuals over the age of two and those able to medically tolerate a face covering, are required to wear …
APRIL 21, 2020 — In response to the unprecedented circumstances presented by COVID-19 and the urgent need for data, the U.S. Census Bureau is launching two …
STDs Surge Across the US: Ford County Public Health Department says Talk.Test.Treat. Three common STDs have increased sharply across the United States for the fourth year …
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Wearing Cloth Face Covering in Public Settings Now Recommended On April 3, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a new recommendation to …
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Public Health Officials Announce 937 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 937 new cases of coronavirus …
First Positive COVID-19 Case in Ford County, IL Confirmed A Ford County resident has tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Ford County Public Health …
From Governor JB Pritzker - "Since our previous announcement about grocery stores offering dedicated hours to older and more vulnerable shoppers, we’ve continued to work …
Ford County Public Health Department Encourages Ford County Residents to Complete the 2020 Census The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has affected many aspects of our everyday …
Ford County Public Health Department Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Update On Tuesday, March 24, 2020, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced 250 new cases of coronavirus …
Illinois Department of Public Health Public Health Officials Announce 296 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 296 …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: March 19, 2020 Melaney Arnold – 217-558-0500
[email protected] Public Health Officials Announce the Deaths of Three More Individuals in Illinois with …
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Per Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order dated March 16, 2020, all businesses in the state of Illinois that offer food or beverages for on-premises consumption must …
What You Should Know About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) What is COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. …
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Update & Guidance to Minimize Risk & Spread of COVID-19 Ford County Public Health Department (FCPHD) continues to work with the Illinois Department …
Free Tax Preparation Assistance Available Throughout Illinois Springfield, IL – Low-to-moderate income families and senior citizens needing assistance filing their 2019 income taxes can receive free …
Ford County Public Health Department Hosting Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification Course Taught by Parkland Community College The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that roughly …
Ford County Public Health Department Is a 2020 Census Partner The Ford County Public Health Department (FCPHD) is excited to announce it is partnering with the …
Ford County Public Health Department Encourages Residents to Stay Informed and Take Every Day Preventative Steps during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak COVID-19 Update Coronavirus …
Illinois Taking Preventative Action to Limit Spread of Coronavirus Current risk to Illinoisans remains low, but state taking all steps to prepare SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois …
Each year on the first Friday in February, the American Heart Association encourages individuals nationwide to wear red to raise awareness about heart disease as …
Illinois e-News Release February is Earthquake Preparedness Month in Illinois SPRINGFIELD, IL – While some hazards such as storms, tornadoes and floods can be forecasted …
Who’s Really Calling? Beware of Growing Government Imposter Phone and Email Scams Scammers are increasingly using phone calls, emails, and even text messages to impersonate …
The Ford County Public Health Department will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020, due to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Normal business hours will …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2020 The Inspector General of Social Security, Gail S. Ennis, is warning the public that telephone scammers may send faked …
January is ‘Radon Action Month’ in Illinois Statewide Radon Poster and Video Contests Now Accepting Entries SPRINGFIELD – Cold weather might put a damper on …
The Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act provides for the controlled legalization of adult use cannabis in Illinois beginning January 1, 2020. What is Cannabis? Cannabis …
Lot's of People, Lot's of Leftovers Bacteria love parties! Between food sitting out for too long and more leftovers than you can handle, you have …
Ford County Public Health Department's holiday office hours are as follows. Christmas Eve, December 24, 2019 - Normal business hours, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm …
Ford County Public Health Department Hosting Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification Course Taught by Parkland Community College The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that …
FORD COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE Medicare’s open enrollment ends December 7, 2018, so now is the time to compare prescription drug plans. It is important for …
National Immunization Awareness Month celebrates the important of vaccines SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is recognizing August as National Immunization …
West Nile Virus Positive Bird Reported in Ford County The Ford County Public Health Department is reporting the first West Nile virus positive …
Ford County Public Health Department Kicks off Mosquito Surveillance Program Through an Illinois Department of Public Health Vector Control Grant, Ford County Public Health Department …
Ford County Public Health Department Asking Public to Wear Purple on June 15, 2017 in Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Ford County, …
Dead Birds Being Collected By Ford County Public Health Department Ford County, IL - Ford County Public Health Department collects dead birds May …
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