FAQs

If I have a communicable disease, where can I get more information about it?: The Skokie Health Department investigates all cases of reportable communicable diseases occurring in Skokie. A public health nurse works to make sure that the infected individual has received adequate treatment and that contacts are notified of their exposure. Information is also available for individuals who have questions regarding non-reportable communicable diseases. For more information, contact us at 847-933-8252.

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Health - Personal Health Services

1. Where can I go to get my child's shots for school?: The Skokie Health Department provides all vaccinations currently required for school attendance. These vaccinations are available for a $5 clinic fee for children living in Skokie or attending Skokie schools. Clinics are available with morning, afternoon or evening hours. Call the Health Department at 847-933-8252 to make an appointment and visit our
Personal Health Services page.

2. Does the Village of Skokie provide health screenings for its residents?: A wide variety of health screening services are available from the Skokie Health Department. These screenings include blood pressure, body composition analysis, cholesterol, diabetes, hearing, hemoccult, lead, lipid profile and tuberculosis. Screenings are either free of charge or have a small fee. Some screenings require that an appointment be made in advance. For more information, visit our Personal Health Services page.

3. If I have a communicable disease, where can I get more information about it?: The Skokie Health Department investigates all cases of reportable communicable diseases occurring in Skokie. A public health nurse works to make sure that the infected individual has received adequate treatment and that contacts are notified of their exposure. Information is also available for individuals who have questions regarding non-reportable communicable diseases. For more information, contact us at 847-933-8252.

4. Do I need any vaccinations when I travel outside the United States?: Depending on your travel itinerary, vaccinations are required to enter certain countries. The Skokie Health Department can provide information on vaccinations that will be needed. Other helpful health information for international travelers is also available from the Health Department, contact us at 847-933-8252.

5. Can a nurse visit my homebound mother?: The Health Department nurses will make health assessment and teaching visits in the home upon request, you can contact us at 847-933-8252. These visits are generally "one time" or infrequent in nature.
"Hands On" nursing visits to give injections, change dressings, etc. are not generally provided by the Health Department. These types of nursing services are available through a home health agency.