It’s the time of year to get vaccinated, and the Christian County Health Department wants to make it easy for community members to do so.  They are setting up multiple ways for people to receive their shots before the winter and before the sicknesses that come with it.  Vaccines for the flu, COVID-19, and RSV are available and reflect the ways these viruses and their spread have changed. 

On November 21, the CCHD will host pop-in clinics in towns throughout Christian County.  Chelsey Davis, Director of Nursing, says this initiative helps them reach people throughout the county, not just in and around Taylorville. 

Those who are not available for the pop-in clinics can visit the department’s office anytime they are open to receive any needed vaccines.  The Christian County Health Department is located at 730 North Pawnee Street and is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the exception of the noon hour.

Visitors in either case should bring their health insurance information.  Anyone being vaccinated against COVID-19 will be asked if they have contracted the virus in the last three months. 

RSV is a virus which has become more prevalent since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study at Northwestern University.  That’s why the CCHD is promoting the vaccine to keep families protected. 

Separate from viruses and vaccines, the end of the year also means it’s time for restaurants to renew their permits with the CCHD.  Joe Torres, Environmental Health Director, urges establishments to begin the process early to avoid heavy late fees. 

More information on the Christian County Health Department is available at https://cchdil.org/. 

Chelsey Davis and Joe Torres appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.