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Extreme heat is expected in Winnebago County this week June 17-21. When heat is this extreme, the risk of severe heat illness and death from heat are more likely. Stay Safe In Extreme Heat Drink plenty of water. Do not wait until you are thirsty. Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks. Stay cool in an air-conditioned […]
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HIV testing, including self-testing, helps people get the care they need to stay healthy, no matter what their test result is. If the test is negative, there are tools like pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication and condoms to prevent HIV. If the test is positive, they can start HIV treatment (antiretroviral therapy, or ART) quickly to
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What is PrEP? PrEP, or Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, is a medicine that significantly reduces your risk of getting HIV. When taken every day, PrEP prevents the HIV virus from entering and spreading in your body. It’s important to know your HIV status and take steps to prevent spreading HIV. Click Here for more information and/or to
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