Wake Up Tri-Counties RaeAnn Talks STI Month and Week, Outreach Event in Toulon, Family Planning Services, Lab Special, and Insurance Navigators

In this episode of the Wake Up Tri-Counties Morning Show, Jennifer Russell interviews Raeanne Tucker from the Henry and Starr County Health Department and First Choice Healthcare Clinics to highlight key public health initiatives during April, designated as STI Awareness Month. The conversation centers on the importance of sexual health education, prevention, and access to care, emphasizing the 'Talk, Test, Treat' theme for 2026. Raeanne details the wide range of services offered year-round at clinics in Kewanee and Toulon, including STI testing, contraception, free condoms, PrEP, immunizations, and reproductive health exams. She also discusses the critical need for early detection and education, especially among youth, and underscores the availability of free or low-cost services through grants and a sliding fee scale. The episode also promotes an upcoming outreach event on April 29th at West Main Coffee and Books in Toulon, featuring free blood pressure checks, medication disposal, health resources, and a Get Covered Illinois Insurance Navigator. Additional highlights include a lab special offering comprehensive blood panels for $50 cash-only, and a series of community events across the region to increase access to healthcare and insurance support. The segment concludes with a strong call to action to follow health department social media and visit their website for up-to-date information.