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WIC Expands Food Options for Families in Illinois
Recent updates to the WIC program are such welcome news for families across Illinois. These changes give parents more flexibility, more culturally familiar options, and more ways to support healthy eating at home.
When severe thunderstorms move through an area, strong winds can become one of the greatest dangers. Straight-line winds can exceed 100 mph, potentially damaging property, disrupting power, and creating dangerous conditions both indoors and outdoors.
Take a moment to review the safety information below and learn how to protect yourself during high-wind events.
Raising young children comes with many responsibilities, and programs like WIC can help support healthy growth and development. Families receiving SNAP benefits may already meet eligibility requirements for WIC services.
WIC offers nutrition education, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding support, and more. Call the Moultrie County Health Department at (217) 728-4114 to learn whether your family qualifies.
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Ticks are not just a concern for people. They can also attach to pets and bring illness into the home. After spending time outdoors, check your dog or cat for ticks to help protect their health and reduce the risk of ticks being brought inside.
This helpful graphic highlights common areas to check pets for ticks.
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✅ Yes! Lone Star ticks are present in Illinois and have become increasingly common in many parts of the state.
💡 Did You Know?
Unlike some tick species that wait for hosts to pass by, Lone Star ticks can actively move toward people and animals after detecting body heat, movement, and carbon dioxide. Lone Star ticks have been associated with:
Ehrlichiosis
Tularemia
Alpha-gal syndrome (a red meat allergy linked to tick bites)
🛡️ Fight the Bite
Reduce your chances of a tick bite by:
✔ Using EPA-registered insect repellent
✔ Wearing long sleeves and long pants in tick habitat
✔ Performing a full-body tick check after spending time outdoors
✔ Checking children and pets for ticks
✔ Showering soon after coming indoors
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