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The Winnebago County Health Department is now accepting applications for the Doula Development Program scholarship as part of the Winning Start Winnebago initiative. A Doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and educational support before, during, and after childbirth. Research shows that families supported by Doulas experience better health outcomes—and with the support […]
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Youth Mental Health First Aid TrainingDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Winnebago County Health Department, 555 N Court St, Rockford, IL 61103Cost: Free Gain essential skills to support young people experiencing mental health challenges.Space is limited! Register by May 10 to reserve your spot. Click Here To Register
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WCHD’s Free Tire Drop-Off Registration Now Open The Winnebago County Health Department will be hosting another free tire drop-off this year. Registration is required due to the limited number of tires we can accept. Getting rid of de-rimmed tires helps to control mosquitoes that can carry West Nile Virus. Register Here Once you register, you
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WCHD is hosting a FREE foundational trauma training session called Trauma 101 on April 29, 2025 2pm – 4pm. This training is will be presented both in person and virtually. Click here for more information
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March is National Nutrition Month, a great time to start making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a little one, nutrition plays a vital role in both your health and your baby’s growth. At WCHD, WIC provides personalized nutrition support, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding guidance, and resources
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In partnership with the Illinois Collaboration on Youth, WCHD is providing FREE Trauma Informed trainings to community members of Winnebago County. Trainings coming soon: May 15, 2025: Trauma Informed Supervision for Supervisors Click here for more information
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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
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The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) recognized two departing Board of Health members, Dr. Patricia Lewis and Luci Hoover, who have each served more than 25 years, joining the Winnebago County Board of Health in 1998 and serving through 2024. . WCHD staff thanked and honored Dr. Lewis and Luci Hoover, Friday, December 13, for
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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
