Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District Urges the Public to Watch for Symptoms of Heat Related Illness in High Risk Populations Such as Children and the Elderly.

Champaign, IL - Summer is reportedly the time for "fun in the sun", however when high temperatures combine with high humidity the "fun" may be short lived. The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) urges the public to watch for the symptoms of heat related illness, and to take precautions to keep their families and communities... more...

Safe Kids Champaign County Offers Yard Safety Tips

Each of five major child injury hazards - motor vehicles, drowning, burns, falls and poison - can be found in the back yard during the summer. Riding mowers, inflatable pools, home playground equipment and even natural vegetation and sunlight require a few simple precautions.

"All of the safety guidelines you apply to sports, playgrounds and swimming apply to those activities in your own back yard," says Susan Butler, Safe Kids Champaign County coordinator. "An inflatable pool needs to be surrounded by a fence, just like any other pool. A home playground needs to be anchored on an appropriate surface just like equipment on a public... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District Encourages Citizens to be Knowledgeable of Tick Precautions and Tick-borne Diseases

Champaign, IL - A case of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) has been positively identified in a local dog in Champaign County. To date, no human cases of RMSF have been reported. The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) encourages citizens of Champaign County to be vigilant in checking both themselves and their pets for ticks, take basic precautions to prevent exposure to ticks and to recognize the potential symptoms of tick-borne... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District applaud local measures to improve overall community health.

Champaign, IL - The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) recognized five community water systems for maintaining state mandated fluoride levels every month in 2007. State recommended fluoride levels are 0.9 to 1.2 parts per million, in standard drinking... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District and partners focus on the successes of Smoke-free Illinois in celebration of World No Tobacco Day 2008

Champaign, IL - The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has partnered with the American Cancer Society, C-U Smoke-free Alliance, Champaign County Tobacco Prevention Coalition, Parkland College, and the Prairie Center Health Systems to promote World No Tobacco Day, May 31, 2008. The campaign, which focuses on the question "Why do you like Smoke-free Illinois?," will be featured on MTD buses and movie screens at Savoy 16 starting May 30,... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District REALITY Illinois Program to Present Prizes to Local Grade School Children at Special School Assemblies

Champaign, IL - Local grade school children will receive prizes for the winning entries in the 2008 REALITY Illinois poster contest at special school assemblies. Awards for students grades Kindergarten - Second will take place on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at Unity West at 8:30am. Awards for students grades Third - Fifth will take place on Friday May 30, 2008 at Gifford Grade School at... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District Encourages the Public to Review Immunization Records and Learn About Risk Factors for Hepatitis

Champaign, IL - May is National Hepatitis Awareness Month. The 2008 World Hepatitis Day (May 19, 2008) campaign theme is "Am I Number 12," a concept designed to communicate the shocking statistic that one in 12 people worldwide are living with either hepatitis B or hepatitis C. While this is far higher than the prevalence of HIV or any cancer, awareness is inexplicably low and the majority of those infected are unaware. Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) encourages everyone to review their immunization records, and learn more about the risk factors, treatment and prevention of viral... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District to Have Women's Wellness Workshop to Celebrate National Women's Health Week and Help Increase Healthy Habits of Local Women

Champaign, IL - On Thursday, May 15, 2008, the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) will be offering a FREE Women's Wellness Workshop from 5:45pm - 8:00pm at 201 West Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. This workshop will feature a variety of professional speakers, instructors and vendors from all facets of women's health. Participating women will be eligible for FREE exercise classes, blood pressure checks, cholesterol checks, door prizes and much more. The first 100 women attending will receive a free gift compliment of CUPHD. Women are encouraged to register by calling 217-531-2914. Registration forms will also be available at the... more...

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District's IBCCP Program to Hold Enrollment Days in Champaign and Danville in Upcoming Week

Champaign, IL - The local office of the Illinois Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP), located at the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), will be holding program enrollment days for uninsured women ages 35-64. Once enrolled in the IBCCP program, qualified women will have access to FREE mammograms, pap tests, breast and pelvic... more...

Conference Expected To Attract Over 100 Participants Living With HIV in Illinois

Champaign, IL - On April 29 - 30, 2008, the Illinois Department of Public Health HIV/AIDS Section will be hosting a conference for clients living with HIV in Illinois. "Positive Voices: Living and Learning" will provide a forum for over 100 Illinois HIV clients to hear speakers from across the country address issues specific to the HIV community, including new treatments, on-line social networking, sexual abuse, and getting older with... more...