Adams County Health Department

10/22/2026

🚗Your Drive-Up Immunization Spot is Reserved! 💉

Did you know we have a dedicated drive-up parking spot to make getting your vaccinations easier and more convenient? If coming inside is a challenge, or you simply prefer to stay in your vehicle, this reserved spot is for you!

How it works:
1️⃣ Park in the reserved Drive Up Immunizations spot.
2️⃣ Call 217-222-8440, Press 3 to check in.
3️⃣ Stay comfortably in your vehicle, our team will come out to serve you!

Our immunization clinic is open Monday-Friday from 7:30am-5:00pm, there’s no appointment necessary to receive vaccines!

Please SHARE this post to help spread the word so community members who need accessible drive-up services know this option is available! ❤️

10/22/2026

Our community survey will be closing soon, and we want to make sure every voice is heard. Your feedback helps shape local health resources, programs, and priorities right here in Adams County, but we can't do it without you.

If you haven’t taken a few minutes to share your thoughts yet, now is the time!

Click the link in the comments to take the survey.

Thank you for helping us build a stronger, healthier community together! 💙

10/21/2026

The Adams County Health Department is hosting a community flu clinic TODAY at Liberty High School from 2:30pm-6:00pm. Please bring your insurance card and photo id.

10/21/2026

The Adams County Health Department is hosting a community flu clinic TODAY at Mendon Elementary School from 1:00pm-6:30pm. Please bring insurance cards and photo ID.

10/20/2026

Navigating benefits paperwork can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone! 📄✨

Our Community Health Workers (CHWs) are here to walk you through the process every step of the way.

How our CHWs can help:
🍎 Apply for SNAP
🏥 Apply for Medicaid
🧩 Navigate benefit options
🔗 Connect with local community resources

No appointment necessary! Walk-in hours are available weekly across three health department locations:

📍 Adams County Health Department (330 Vermont St, Quincy, IL)
🗓️ Mondays: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️ Thursdays: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Pike County Health Department (606 W Adams, Pittsfield, IL)
🗓️ Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Hancock County Health Department (671 Wabash, Carthage, IL)
🗓️ Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

👇Check the image below for a list of items to bring with you to speed up your application!

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

💊 Clean out your medicine cabinet this week! 💊

Got expired or unneeded medications sitting around at home? Bring them to the DEA National Prescription Take Back Day event happening this Saturday!

Safe disposal helps prevent accidental poisonings and drug misuse. It’s quick, free, and easy with our drive-thru drop-off!

📍Adams County Health Department Drive-Thru
🗓️ Saturday, October 24
⏰Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back.

10/16/2026

Today is National Mammography Day, a crucial reminder that early detection saves lives! 💗

Don't let cost or lack of insurance stand in the way of your health. Whether you are uninsured, underinsured or dealing with a high deductible, you may qualify for a FREE mammogram.

Our community health workers are here to walk with you every step of the way, from navigating eligibility to getting your appointment scheduled.

📞 Call our team today at 217-222-8440 to get started!

10/15/2026

🚧 Important Notice 🚧

Please be aware that Vermont Street and 4th Street will be under construction for the next 2 weeks.

To reach our parking lot during this time, please use one of the following alternate routes:
🚗 Option 1: Enter from 3rd Street onto Vermont Street to access the parking lot.

🚗 Option 2: Enter directly from Hampshire Street into the parking lot.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding as roadwork is completed! Please drive safely, and we look forward to seeing you soon. 💙

10/15/2026

Today is Global Handwashing Day! Handwashing with soap and water can help protect you, your household, and your community from getting sick from germs.