Wake Up Tri-Counties RaeAnn Talks Children's Book Week, Nurses Week, the May Community Outreach Event, Radon Test Kits, and Insurance Navigators.
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In this episode of the Wake Up Tri-Counties Morning Show, Jennifer Russell interviews Raeanne Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics to highlight key community events and public health initiatives in May. The conversation covers the upcoming May 22 Communities in 12 Months event in Galva, which will feature free medication disposal, blood pressure checks, and the Get Covered Illinois Insurance Navigator. The episode also emphasizes the importance of Children's Book Week, with a community book drive focused on donations for children aged one to three to support early literacy and brain development. National Nurses Week is celebrated with recognition of nurses' vital roles across clinical, mental health, and public health services. Radon awareness is promoted through the availability of $15 home test kits, given the high prevalence of radon in local homes. Additional outreach events are scheduled across the region, including visits to Orion, Coal Valley, and Silvis, with the Insurance Navigator supporting residents in navigating healthcare coverage. The segment concludes with a reminder about school readiness services, including physicals and immunizations, urging families to plan ahead to avoid last-minute stress.
Donate new or gently used children's books, especially for ages 1–3, to support early literacy and brain development.
Take a free radon test kit ($15) from local health department locations to protect your home and family from this invisible lung cancer risk.
Attend the May 22 Communities in 12 Months event in Galva for free health services, medication disposal, and insurance navigation support.
Thank a nurse this week—National Nurses Week (May 6–12) honors their critical role in healthcare and community wellness.
Schedule school readiness appointments early—physicals, immunizations, and blood lead screenings are essential before summer break.
Introduction and May Overview
Jennifer Russell introduces Raeanne Tucker and sets the stage for a packed May with multiple community events and health initiatives.
Communities in 12 Months: Toulon & Galva Events
“We're going to have free blood pressure checks. We'll also have our Get Covered Illinois Insurance Navigator there. We'll have giveaways and some great health information.”
Children's Book Week & Literacy Initiative
“80% of the brain is developed in those first three years. The simple task of just reading with one's child is huge when you look down the road as far as their development and their educational process.”
National Nurses Week & Health Department Roles
“Nurses are leaders really in improving the quality of care and expanding access to care. And that's why we celebrate Nurses Week the 6th through the 12th.”
Radon Awareness & School Readiness Reminders
Promotes radon testing with $15 kits available at local clinics and urges families to schedule school readiness services early to avoid last-minute stress.
“Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer overall and the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers.”
“80% of the brain is developed in those first three years. The simple task of just reading with one's child is huge when you look down the road as far as their development and their educational process.”
“Nurses are leaders really in improving the quality of care and expanding access to care. And that's why we celebrate Nurses Week the 6th through the 12th.”
Host
Guest
Raeanne Tucker
person
Henry and Stark County Health Departments
organization
First Choice Healthcare Clinics
organization
Children's Book Week
other
National Nurses Week
other
Toulon Clinic
other
Get Covered Illinois
other
Basics Illinois Program
other
Kewanee Main Office
other
Special Needs Bakery
other
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