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Archived – Information may be out-of-date and is no longer being updated or maintained. When gathering this holiday season, take steps to prevent foodborne illness Four Steps to Food Safety: For additional information on keeping food safe, click here.
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Take Steps To Help Prevent The Spread Of Respiratory Viruses Prevent spreading respiratory viruses by:
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If you test positive for COVID-19, you may be eligible to take medication to help prevent hospitalization and even death. PAXLOVID is an investigational medicine used to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19. PAXLOVID is for adults and children ages 12 years and older who weigh at least 88 lbs and have tested positive for COVID-19. Contact your
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and October 20th is mammography day. Early detection can save lives. All eligible women are encouraged to schedule a comprehensive exam as soon as possible and ask your doctor about breast cancer screening. The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) offers free breast exams and mammograms to
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Addressing the Opioid Overdose Crisis In Winnebago County Opioid overdoses continue to take lives in Winnebago County, especially of those living with Substance Use Disorder. In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, today, August 31 and National Recovery Month in September, the Winnebago County Opioid Response Team (ORT) encourages our community to help build the
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In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day on Thursday, August 31 and of National Recovery Month in September, the Winnebago County Opioid Response Team (ORT) encourages our community to help build the path to recovery for those living with Substance Use Disorder. Help Build the Path To Recovery: For more information on services WCHD offers
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Prevent Suicides & Accidents Responsible and secure gun storage can help to prevent suicides and accidents resulting from guns. Gun locks can help to keep a gun stored securely. Gun locks are intended to discourage unauthorized persons (such as children) from accessing the gun. Keep Guns Secure Click here for a checklist on how to
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Some foods will quickly become unsafe to eat if not refrigerated or frozen including food like meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, and cut fruit. When serving food at outdoor gathering and activities in the summer, take steps to keep food safe. Keep Cold Foods Cold and Hot Foods Hot Keep cold foods in an insulated cooler
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Poor air quality can have health impacts. People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children are most at risk, but everyone can take steps to reduce exposure to poor air quality. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in partnership with the United States Environmental Protection Agency monitor air quality. You can monitor the air
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Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. To find out more a what you can do for your mental health and that of those in your life, click here.
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