Health Department - Directory of Health Services
To learn when the following programs take please, please visit the Community Calendar.
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Aids Education Programs
Informational pamphlets are available in the Health Department. Resident referrals to appropriate agencies are made as needed.
Adopt-A-Stray
Unclaimed cats and dogs are available for adoption through various adoption agencies that work with Animal Control. Skokie Health Department staff can provide information on the adoption process. Call 847/933-8484 for details.
Animal Bite Investigations
Skokie Health Department personnel will respond to reports of animal bites. Domestic animals will be observed for signs of rabies. Wild animals will be euthanized and tested for rabies. Call 847/933-8484 to report an animal bite.
Animal Educational Programs
Skokie Health Department's animal control officers provide information pertaining to wildlife and domestic animals located in Skokie. Educational programs are available to community groups and schools throughout the Village. Call 847/933-8484 for information or to schedule a program.
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Birth and Death Registry
Certified certificates for births and deaths that have occurred in Skokie since 1969 are available for purchase. Information on where to obtain certificates for births and deaths that occurred outside of Skokie is available.
Bee & Wasp Control
Skokie Health Department's animal control officers provide consultation about eliminating infestations. Depending on the location of the nests, spraying and removal may be provided. Call 847/933-8484 for more information or assistance.
Blood Drives
The Skokie Health Department hosts Community Blood Drives at the Skokie Village Hall, bi-monthly, in conjunction with businesses, organizations and local houses of worship.
Blood Pressure Screenings
Blood pressure screening clinics are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, Wednesday mornings, and Wednesday evenings. No appointment is necessary. Please call for exact times. Clinics can also be scheduled for special events at schools, health fairs, work sites, etc.
Body Composition Analysis
By appointment, the Department conducts tests that measure the ratio of fat to lean body mass using near infra-red light. A comprehensive computerized report is generated and the nurses review the results with you. Referrals are provided as needed. A fee of $4 is charged. Group screening programs can be arranged.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety
The Health Department offers free carbon monoxide testing for your home. The test takes only a few minutes and can identify dangerous problems that may need immediate attention. You can contact the Health Department's Environmental Division at 933-8484 to schedule a test.
Children's Vision & Hearing Screenings
Skokie Health Department vision and audiometric technicians provide screening for children attending private and parochial schools, preschools, and day care centers in Skokie. Office screenings are available for those children not attending a preschool. For more information or to request an appointment for your child, call 847/933-8252.
Cholesterol Screening
The Skokie Health Department offers cholesterol screening to individuals for a cost of $5. No appointment is necessary. To learn when Cholesterol Screenings take please, please visit the Community Calendar.
Colon-rectal Screenings
The Skokie Health Department provides home testing kits to residents free of charge. Once the test is completed, the kit should be returned to the Health Department for analysis. Follow-up recommendations are provided by the nursing staff. Stop by the Skokie Health Department, 5127 Oakton Street to pick up your test kit.
Communicable Disease Control
Medical personnel and other professionals are required by law to report communicable diseases to the Skokie Health Department. Public health nurses provide consultation to affected residents and institutions. Disease investigations may involve chicken pox, strep throat, hepatitis, salmonella, and more than 50 other reportable conditions. Special screening services and immunization clinics are conducted if necessary to control disease outbreaks. If you would like information regarding a communicable disease, call 847/933-8252.
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Diabetes Screenings
Monthly screening clinics are available at no charge to Skokie residents. Follow-up recommendations are provided by the nurse. Appointments are required. Call the Skokie Health Department at 847/933-8252 for more information or to make an appointment.
Domestic Animal Complaint Investigations
The Skokie Health Department enforces leash, licensing, dog/cat litter regulations, and other domestic animal regulations through officer patrols and investigation of citizen complaints. Violations will result in a written warning or a citation. Stray animals are captured and impounded. A lost and found program is operated to assist individuals in recovering their lost pets. Call the Animal Control Division at 847/933-8484 to file a complaint.
Environmental Complaint Investigations
Air pollution, weed complaints, hazardous waste concerns, and numerous other health hazards are investigated by the Skokie Health Department. Call the Environmental Health Division at 847/933-8484 to file a complaint.
Environmental Health Education Programs
Skokie Health Department staff can provide educational programs on a wide variety of environmental topics for schools or organizations in Skokie. Sanitation training programs are also available for food service employees. For more information, call the Environmental Health Division at 847/933-8484.
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Family Planning Clinics
Literature and nurse consultation is available from the Skokie Health Department. Referrals are made to area clinics for services. For more information, call the Personal Health Division at 847/933-8252.
Flu Shot Clinics
The Skokie Health Department offers flu shots to eligible Skokie residents every fall with no out-of-pocket expense. Medicare Part B is billed for reimbursement when possible. Contact the Health Department at 847/933-8252 for further information.
Food Complaint Investigations
The Skokie Health Department conducts regular inspections of restaurants, groceries, processors, institutions, vending machines, mobile vendors, and food delivery vehicles to insure compliance with food safety regulations. The Department also investigates and documents citizen complaints regarding the sanitation of establishments. Epidemiological investigations of reported food borne illnesses are done by the sanitarians and nursing staff when necessary. For more information or to file a complaint, contact the Environmental Health Division at 847/933-8484.
Food Service Sanitation Training
The sanitarians of the Skokie Health Department will provide food safety education programs to food service employees and community groups upon request. Call 847/933-8484 for more information or to schedule a presentation.
Foreign Travel Information
The Skokie Health Department provides current information on worldwide disease outbreaks and immunization recommendations for travel to various foreign countries. Call the Health Department at (847) 933-8252 to receive the latest information before you travel.
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Health Supervision Visits
Public health nurses conduct home visits to the chronically ill and others in need of health assistance. Visits can be scheduled to teach diabetic patients to monitor their blood sugar or to administer injections. Pregnant women and mothers with newborns are encouraged to contact the Skokie Health Department for information and guidance. Call 847/933-8252 if you would like to schedule a visit.
Hearing Screenings for Adults
Monthly screening clinics for adult residents are available through the Skokie Health Department at no charge. A state-certified audiometric technician conducts the screening test and provides test results and follow-up recommendations. Appointments are required. Call 847/933-8252 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Immunization Clinics
Free immunizations are provided to any child living in Skokie or attending a Skokie school. Certain vaccinations are available to adults also. Consultation on what immunizations are needed is provided by the nursing staff. An appointment is necessary. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Skokie Health Department at 847/933-8252.
Institutional Investigations
Regular inspections of day care centers and nursing homes are conducted by the Skokie Health Department's Personal Health and Environmental Health Divisions to enforce Village and State regulations. Citizen complaints are investigated and documented. Call 847/933-8252 or 933-8484 to file a complaint.
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Lead Screenings
Children age 1 year to 6 years who live in Skokie or attend a Skokie school can receive a blood lead screening test from the Skokie Health Department. There is an $20 fee for this screening and appointments are required. The fee is waived for income eligible families. Call 847/933-8252 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Lipid Profile Screenings
The Skokie Health Department's lipid profile screening program measures your total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels. There is a $12 fee for the screening and appointments are required. Call 847/933-8252 to make an appointment.
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Microwave Oven Testing
The Skokie Health Department's Environmental Health Division will test your microwave oven for radiation leaks. An appointment is required for this service. Call 847/933-8484 for more information for to request an appointment.
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Nutrition Clinics
A monthly nutrition clinic is offered to Skokie residents by the Skokie Health Department. You will receive a mini-physical which includes height, weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes screening. A one-on-one counseling session with a registered dietitian is also included. This clinic is free of charge and appointments are necessary. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 847/933-8252.
Nutrition Lectures
The Skokie Health Department offers a free monthly nutrition lecture. The lecture is open to the general public and no advance registration is necessary.
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Pneumonia Shot Clinics
Pneumonia shots are available to eligible Skokie residents throughout the year. There is no out-of-pocket expense. Medicare Part B is billed for reimbursement when possible. The clinics are by appointment only. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Skokie Health Department at 847/933-8252.
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School Health Services
Parochial school children's health records are reviewed by the Skokie Health Department nurses. Consultation about immunizations, communicable disease, and lice control is offered routinely to local schools. The Skokie Health Department will conduct scoliosis screening clinics within the schools upon request. Instruction to school volunteers is provided by the nursing staff for lice inspections and health record reviews. Call 847/933-8252 for more information.
Solid Waste Investigations
Skokie Health Department sanitarians will respond to complaints of improperly stored refuse, improper storage of hazardous materials, and illegal dumping of materials. Violators will be issued warning notices and given citations if necessary to insure the problem is corrected. Call 847/933-8484 to make a complaint.
Stop Smoking Clinics
The Skokie Health Department offers stop smoking clinics twice a year to residents and individuals employed by a Skokie business. Advance registration is required. For the dates of the next clinic and to reserve a space, contact the Health Department at 847/933-8252.
Swimming Pool Inspections
The sanitarians of the Skokie Health Department conduct regular inspections of all public pools in Skokie. Inspection of and consultation regarding private pools is available upon request. Citizen complaints are investigated and documented. For more information, to request an inspection, or to file a complaint, call 847/933-8484.
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TB Screenings
TB skin tests are available at the Skokie Health Department for residents and individuals needing a test for employment in Skokie. The tests are free of charge and appointments are required. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 847/933-8252.
"Tots" Car Seat Program
Infant/toddler car safety seats are available from the Skokie Health Department for short-term loan to Skokie residents. This service can be especially useful to grandparents when their grandchildren come to visit. A $10 cash deposit is required for each seat borrowed. For more information or to reserve a seat, call the Health Department at 847/933-8252.
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Water Supply Sampling
The Skokie Health Department collects approximately 70 water samples monthly at various locations throughout the village to assure water quality and safety. Residents can request sampling at their residence if they are concerned about the safety of their water supply. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) has mandated that municipalities publish a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on water quality. The Village of Skokie purchases its water from the City of Evanston, and Evanston has provided the information contained in the Village of Skokie's CCR on water quality. Click here to see a copy of the current report. For more information or to request that a sample be taken, contact the Environmental Health Division at 847/ 933-8484.
Well Child Clinics
A monthly well child clinic is available for Skokie children from birth through age six. Eligibility for this program is based on family income. An appointment is required. For more information regarding the clinic or to make an appointment, contact the Skokie Health Department at 847/933-8252.
Wildlife Complaint Investigations
The Skokie Health Department's Animal Control Division patrols for and investigates citizens' reports of rodent infestations and other wildlife problems. Baiting and trapping procedures are conducted as needed. For more information or to file a complaint, call 847/933-8484.