TB Tests

Tuberculosis testing is available at the Village Hall through the Department of Health and Human Services. The cost for this service is $15 for Hoffman Estates residents and $20 for all other communities. Appointments are required.  Please call 847-781-4850. Please note: TB tests are administered on Mondays and results are read on Wednesday.

 Lending Closet 

Health and Human Services loans out the following medical related equipment to Hoffman Estates Residents:

• Wheelchairs--$20 rental fee
• Walkers (with or without wheels) --$10 rental fee       
• Crutches--$10 rental fee
• Canes--$10 rental fee                                                              
• Knee Scooter--$20 rental fee 
• Reachers--$5 rental fee

Residents can have the equipment on loan for up to 8 weeks. The rental fee is non-refundable. Please call HHS at 847-781-4850 to schedule an appointment to pick up.

HHS does not loan out equipment to residents of other communities.

Complete Lipid Profile and Glucose Test                  Cholesterol and LDL Levels

Are you at risk for heart disease? How would you know? According to the CDC, more than 71 million American adults have high LDL cholesterol which puts them at risk for heart disease. There are many types of cholesterol and they affect the body in different ways. LDL cholesterol is also known as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and typically should be below 130 or lower for certain people with other health conditions. Many factors play into having high LDL including; genetics, inactivity, and diet. By making lifestyle changes, elevated levels of LDL cholesterol can often be improved.

Health and Human Services is offering a full panel cholesterol test for just $22 to assess if you are at risk of heart disease. Results are available within minutes as well as a consultation with a nurse regarding results. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call HHS at 847-781-4850.

Hemoglobin A1C Screening

The Hemoglobin A1C test is a simple finger stick to find out if you are at risk or have diabetes by measuring your average blood sugar levels over the past three months.  Fasting is not required. The test takes 6 minutes and the cost is only $15.To schedule an appointment, call 847-781-4850.

 https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes

Take Charge of Your Health

This free, 6-week program is offered to seniors who have chronic health conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, arthritis, hypertension, or heart disease, or adults living with someone who has a chronic health condition. The program covers topics such as physical activity, sleep, weight management, and relaxation techniques. Class participants learn to use a variety of self-management tools. This program is sponsored by Age Options, the Illinois Department of Health, and the Village of Hoffman Estates. For questions about the program, call 847-781-4850.

Health Information

April is National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Stress is the body’s reaction to an apparent threat and can be known as the “fight or flight” response. Many people know that stress can impact mental health, but physical symptoms of stress often get overlooked.

Some of the physical effects that stress causes can include: headaches, upset stomach (diarrhea, constipation, nausea), low energy, insomnia, sweating, shaking, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and clenched jaw/teeth grinding. Chronic stress may also cause or worsen many health problems such as: heart disease, high blood pressure, eating disorders, menstrual problems, sexual dysfunction, gastrointestinal problems, or even cause psoriasis or eczema flare ups.

An important reminder is that not all stress is bad. In fact, life could be boring without any stress at all. Chronic, long-term stress can have harmful impacts on physical and mental health. A few ways to help decrease the negative stress can be: exercise, keeping a routine, and avoiding excess caffeine. Learn some more creative tips to help manage stress at cdc.gov/mentalhealth/.

Community Dementia Presentation

 Vision and Hearing Screening  

_{Vision and Hearing Screenings are required for 3—5 year old children who attend a preschool or daycare in Illinois. Vision and Hearing should be checked each year so that problems can be identified and treated early. Children can be screened by appointment at the Village of Hoffman Estates.}