Health Services Department
Q: Can I get a TB skin test?
A: TB skin tests are available every Monday in the Health Dept. from 3:00-4:30pm. TB skin tests are also available during our Immunization Clinic, which is the 3rd Monday of every month from 5:00-7:00pm. You must return on Thursday for results between 8:00am-4:30pm. The cost is $10.
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Q: How do I dispose of latex paint?
A: If you reside in a single-family home, you may dry out latex paint and leave it at the curb (with the lid removed) for collection by Groot. Kittly litter or commerical paint hardener can be added to paint to speed the drying process.
If you live in a multi-family dwelling, you need to ask your landlord or association.
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Q: How do I dispose of household hazardous waste?
A: Household hazardous waste must be disposed of at a Household Hazardous Waste collection site. These are held in the spring and fall and sponsored by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. For more information go to:
http://www.epa.state.il.us or
www.swancc.org.
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Q: Does the Village offer health screenings for residents?
A: Health screenings are available through Nursing Services in the Health Department at Village Hall and the Senior Center. For more information:
http://www.vah.com/departments/health_services/nursing.aspx
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Q: Can a nurse visit my homebound parent?
A: Nursing Services does provide homebound residents who do not qualify for Home Health Care. For more information:
http://www.vah.com/departments/health_services/nursing.aspx
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Q: My power was off for several hours. How do I know if the food in my refrigerator and freezer is safe to eat?
A: It depends on how long the power was off and whether you opened the refrigerator or freezer doors after your power was lost. Most refrigerators and freezers not opened will maintain temperature for quite some time. Refrigerators can usually maintain a safe temperature for 8-12 hours; while freezers, if kept closed, can maintain a safe temperature for 24-48 hours. If the refrigerator or freezers have been opened, much of the temperature holding capacity has been lost. "When in doubt, throw it out!"
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Q: Is smoking regulated in Arlington Heights?
A: The Smoke-Free Illinois Act went into effect on January 1, 2008, which prohibits smoking inside public places, workplaces, and outdoors within 15 feet of entrances, exits, windows, and ventilation intakes.
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Q: How can I dispose of syringes, needles, prescription, and over-the-counter medicine?
A:
Syringes can be taken to the Senior Center at 1801 W. Central Road for disposal during regular Senior Center hours. Medicine can be dropped off the 1st Thursday of each month (except July) from 11:00am-1:00pm. Call 847.253.5532 for more information.
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Q: How can I test my home for radon?
A: Call the Health Department at 847.368.5782 for information.
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Q: Where can I go to get my child's shots for school? Do you have adult vaccines available?
A:
We have a monthly Immunization Clinic that provides all vaccinations currently required for school attendance. This clinic is held the 3rd Monday of every month (except January) from 5:00pm-7:00pm. These vaccinations are $5 each. Visit our Maps section in the Document Center for immunization clinic information.
Please call the Health Dept. for pricing of adult vaccines at 847.368.5762.
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Q: How do I recycle electronics?
A: Electronic recycling information can be found on the Solid Waste Agency of Cook County's web site. www.swancc.org
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Q: How do I dispose of landscape waste?
A: A user fee is charged for the collection and composting of landscape waste for single-family homes. You may prepay $115 for a landscape collection subscription for the year - landscape waste must be in kraft paper bags or bundled. Stickers may be purchased from the Village Finance Dept., Senior Center, or local retailers for $1.95 each and must be affixed to kraft paper bags or bundles. For more information go to:
www.groot.com or call 800/244-1977.
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Q: Where can I get a recycling cart or lease a garbage cart?
A: Recycling and garbage carts are available by calling Groot at 800/244-1977.
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