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The Winnebago County Health Department has launched a Registry for Individuals with Disabilities who may need extra help during an emergency. This registry is for those living independently (not in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities). By securely sharing your information with WCHD, together we can better prepare for and respond to an emergency. Participation […]

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

On September 30, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) began cleanup at the Illinois Cabinet Co. site (at 2525 11th St) in Rockford, Illinois to remove asbestos-contaminated debris. The project is expected to take about 4 months to complete. Your health and safety are important! Stay away from this site. Review the U.S. EPA fact

Winnebago County, IL. – A new school year means new beginnings and fresh starts for high school students as they begin the 2024-2025 school year. The Chairman and Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is seeking high school students who are looking to build problem solving skills and have leadership potential. All high school students in

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

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

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

The Winnebago County Health Department advises healthcare providers to be on heighten awareness for potential human exposure to rabies. Bats are the primary species identified with rabies in Illinois. The likelihood of human-bat contact increases during summer because of bat migration and feeding patterns. Although not all bats carry rabies, bats in Winnebago County and

#NationalPreventionWeek24 is a health education platform that promotes new ideas and initiatives to help keep communities healthy & safe. Join us as we celebrate the #substanceuse prevention and #mentalhealth efforts happening nationwide! Learn more: samhsa.gov/prevention-week