THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT RELEASE
Danville, IL — June 30, 2025 — The Vermilion County Health Department is pleased to announce the opening of a new satellite Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinic in Iroquois County, aimed at enhancing access to vital nutrition services for families in the region. This expansion reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to supporting the health and well-being of mothers, infants, and children up to age five.
The new clinic will operate at the Iroquois County Health Department, located at 1001 East Grant Street, Watseka, IL 60970. Services will be available on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, excluding holidays. Appointments are encouraged to ensure timely service.
WIC is a federally funded program that provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health services for eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children. Eligibility is based on income guidelines.
To schedule an appointment or for more information, please contact the Vermilion County Health Department at (217) 431-2662, option 1. For eligibility details and required documentation, visit https://www.vercounty.org/health-department/wic/
This initiative reflects the broader efforts of the Vermilion County Health Department and the Iroquois County Health Department to improve community health outcomes and ensure that essential services are accessible to all families in the Champaign region.
