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May 2026

hantavirus

Hantavirus Update

On May 12, it was reported that a Winnebago County Health Department resident was being tested for a potential case of Hantavirus. Confirmatory testing conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) did not detect Hantavirus. The resident is no longer considered a potential case of Hantavirus and no further public health action is […]

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Holiday Observance

Holiday Observance

The Winnebago County Health Department is observing the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026. To contact the Winnebago County Health Department about a public health emergency, please call 815-720-4000. For any other issue including to make or change an appointment, please call back during our regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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