Mission Statement

Health Department

The mission of the Rock Island County Health Department is to prevent disease, promote wellness and protect public health.

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Influenza

Rock Island County Health Department
Announces Seasonal Flu Shot Clinics Beginning October 5, 2010
Tuesdays 7:00 AM - 6 PM

Rock Island County Health Department
2112 25th Avenue
Rock Island, IL 61201

No Appointments are necessary. Walk-In Flu clinics will be held on Tuesdays at the Rock Island County Health Department through October 2010. Pneumonia shots will also be available. Flu shots cost $30, Pneumonia $45 or covered through Medicare Part B and Medicaid.

The 2010 influenza vaccine covers three different flu viruses: H1N1, H3N2 and an influenza B virus, so persons will only need one shot for protection this year.

For the complete vaccination clinic schedule click here.

Rock Island County Health Department would like to recognize the people and organizations who contributed their time, goods or services during the H1N1 vaccination campaign. Click here to view the complete list of our H1N1 heroes.

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Hepatitis A

About Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a virus which causes an inflammation of the liver. It generally causes illness by the hand to mouth route. It can be carried on the hands of an individual who does not wash their hands thoroughly after using the restroom. Foodhandlers with contaminated hands can infect food or drink that they prepare. The disease can also be acquired through water contaminated with sewage. Hepatitis A can be transmitted in day care settings especially if good hand hygiene is not practiced after diaper changes.

The contagious period for Hepatitis A is approximately two weeks before symptoms appear and about one week after the onset of jaundice (yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes). Symptoms include loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine and jaundice. Most individuals will recover in about a week and not everyone who is infected will demonstrate all the symptoms. Treatment usually involves rest and supportive measures. There are no long term side effects of this illness. When an individual recovers, they will have life-time immunity.

If long term immunity is desired, two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine at least six months apart must be given. Hepatitis A immunizations are available at the Rock Island County Health Department. The cost is $50 per shot. To schedule an immunization appointment, please call 794-7080.