Wellness on Wheels services in Metropolis on Wednesday

The Southern 7 Health Department will visit Metropolis on Wednesday with its Wellness on Wheels Van Clinics.

The van will be at the Shawnee Community College Massac County Extension Center from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Free services available on the WOW Van include NARCAN training, blood pressure check, home colorectal cancer tests, medication disposal packets, COVID test kits, and condoms. Free services are funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Charged services available include:

Blood lead, hemoglobin and cholesterol screenings
STD tests, HIV, pregnancy, and TB skin tests
TD/Tdap shots for adults
Well Water tests
Hereditary Genetic Cancer Testing

Charged services, excluding a Well Water test, require a health insurance card.

All services — both free and charged — will be offered while available on the day of service. No appointment is needed for services, walk-ins are welcome.

Flu shots will be provided to patients based on vaccine availability the day of the clinic and while supplies last — those requesting a COVID booster should contact their local Southern 7 public health clinic for details.

The WOW van will be in other southern Illinois locations in May; check their Facebook page for the schedule.