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February is American Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and a good time to start a heart healthy lifestyle. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Illinois.  Take Steps Toward A Heart Healthy Life: Manage your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar levels with your healthcare […]

January is National Radon Action Month. Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that can build up in your home and cause health risks. Nearly one out of every 15 homes in the United States is thought to have high radon levels. High radon levels can be found anywhere in any state. In both old and

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

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

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

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

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

The Winnebago County Board of Health has adopted the FY2025 budget for the Winnebago County Health Department WCHD FY25 BUDGET WCHD FY25 BUDGET NARRATIVE

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