Christian County has one of the lowest vaccination rates in all of Illinois. The Christian County Health Department would like to see that change. Offering residents vaccines at little to no cost at all is one way of doing so. While CCHD staff understands hesitancy towards vaccination exists, they serve to inform locals of their safety and benefit. Katie Beck, a Registered Nurse with the Christian County Health Department, provides details on the IDPH’s recent reports of vaccination rates in our community.

Currently in the United States, a measles outbreak is making headlines. Beck states that 97% of the current cases are with those that are unvaccinated.

Beck goes on to break down what a vaccine is and the purpose it serves.

Still unsure? Beck gives the reasons vaccines are important to your own health and the health of those around you.

Find out more about the Christian County Health Department at www.cchdil.org.

Katie Beck appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.