You can prevent Hepatitis B Virus (Hep B or HBV) from causing liver cancer by simply getting tested and vaccinated if needed. In today’s episode, we’re gonna Zoom chat all the way to Chicago to talk with Alia Southworth from the Asian Health Coalition at the University of Chicago and Penn State University to find out what you need to know about this virus, how you can check your Hepatitis B status, and where you can get vaccinated if needed.

In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast we'll talk with one of our Environmental Health experts about West Nile Virus including testing of mosquitoes in Southern Illinois, treatment of WNV, the 3 R's, and much more!

It's tick season! In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you’ll learn all about the Tick Surveillance program here at Southern 7 and what you can do prevent those little blood suckers from invading your home.

Vaping is a fast growing health concern, especially among teens. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast, you'll hear from one of our Health Educators at Southern 7 Health Department on its effects and what you can do to quit for good.

Little kids eat BIG, that's where WIC comes in. In this episode you'll learn all about the WIC program at Southern 7 and how it can help your family grow in many ways.

There is a very long list of health, safety, and educational services that Southern 7 Health Department offers to your family. In this episode, we'll talk about most of them, and give you the resources to learn them all.

Teaching your child healthy habits should include how to talk with their healthcare provider and scheduling regular medical appointments. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you'll learn how the Adolescent Health Program at Southern 7 is doing just that through a partnership with Rural Health, Inc.

Ovarian Cancer is known as a silent killer because its symptoms often aren't noticed until it's too late. In this episode Shawnna chats with a local OC survivor about her journey, and what she wants you to know to stay healthy.