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Stay Safe In Extreme Cold When the weather is extremely cold, try to stay indoors. If you must go outside, dress properly and know who is at high risk for hypothermia or frostbite. Places To Go To Get Warm Places you may visit with to get warm include: Shopping Centers Retail Stores Public Libraries Public […]
ARCHIVED UPDATE: 9:10AM: Thank you for your patience, the phone lines are now available again. You may call or email to reach us. PHONE CALLS NOT AVAILABLE: WCHD cannot currently receive phone calls, today, October 30, 2024. To Reach The Winnebago County Health Department please email us at contactus@PublicHealth.wincoil.gov For general information, visit our website
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Your Winnebago County Health Department is working with you to reach your best health. Connecting you to services and resources that support healthier, safer options. WCHD’s Environmental Health Staff will be in the neighborhood around 8th Street and Broadway on Friday, October 25 and Thursday, November 7 working with you to keep your family health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month As we enter October, the spotlight is on breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection. According to the CDC, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Men also get breast cancer, but it is not very common. Why Awareness Matters Breast screenings can detect
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Bring Your Superpower! Calling All Winnebago County Residents and Partners! We need YOUR power and YOUR voice to help shape the next few years of health initiatives in our community. Join us as we discuss the findings for our iPlan—the plan that guides our health priorities and initiatives for the future—and share your opinion on
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Extreme heat is expected in Winnebago County over the next few days August 26-28. 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
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Buy Your Fresh Produce – Tuesday, July 23rd & August 13th (Cancelled), 10AM – 2PM The Winnebago County Health Department’s WIC program hosted Community Farmer’s Markets on Tuesdays, July 23rd. All were welcomed and encouraged to stop by and buy fresh produce. WIC participants were able to pick up their WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program
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OSF has published their Community Health Needs Assessment. The survey is conducted every three years to gather public input and improve their healthcare services. This initiative is an opportunity for community members to share their insights and help shape future healthcare offerings. How to Participate Access the Survey: Use the QR code provided on
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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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World No Tobacco Day is May 31, 2024. Join us in recognizing this day dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and the importance of quitting for good. Let’s make 2024 the year we commit to a healthier, tobacco-free world. Together, we can create a brighter future for ourselves and generations to
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