Protecting and providing for our Southern Illinois Community for over 75 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

Breast Cancer Patient Navigation Services

The Breast Cancer Patient Navigation Program provides one-on-one support for individuals diagnosed with breast cancer and their caregivers.

A patient navigator helps coordinate appointments, explain treatment and next steps, and connect clients to resources like transportation and financial assistance.

The program is available at no cost to residents of Jackson, Monroe, Randolph, Perry, and Washington Counties.

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Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings

The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP), administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health, offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings—including mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams, and Pap tests—for eligible women in Illinois.

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Compost Bin Sale For Jackson County Residents

Reduce waste by composting! Jackson County, IL, residents may purchase a compost bin for $10 from the Jackson County Health Department.  

GEOBIN composters are user-friendly for all skill levels and are expandable from 2-3.75′ wide x 3′ tall.

Limit two per household. Pick up at the rear building between 8am-4pm, M-F.  Proof of residency is required. Available while supplies last. 

Buy a Bin!

Rain Barrel Sale for Jackson County Residents

Join the effort to reduce water use and buy a rain barrel to collect rain water! Jackson County residents can buy up to two 55 gallon rain barrels at a discounted price of $25 each through our truckload rain barrel sale. Proof of residency is required. Additional barrels may be purchased at the full price of $55/barrel. Anyone residing outside of Jackson County, IL, may order a barrel at full price. 

More Details

Barrels must be picked up on May 1 between 12pm-5:30pm at the University of Illinois Extension Office, 402 Ava Rd. Murphysboro, IL. 

Order a rain barrel! 

Sharps Disposal

Dispose of your medical sharps safely and securely at any of our 6 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.

Measles

Catch up on measles prevention, symptoms, and vaccination.

Events

25

April

2026

Shred/Med/Sharps & More Disposal Day

8:00am-12:00pm

Jackson County Health Department

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14

May

2026

Blood Drive

10:00am-2:00pm

Jackson County Health Department

Back Building


6

June

2026

Household Chemical Collection

8:00am-3:00pm

Banterra Center, SIU Carbondale

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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.