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The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is announcing the first case of MPV (monkeypox) in a resident of Winnebago County. The case is consistent with other MPV cases seen in the State of Illinois to date. The individual is isolated at home recovering, and remains…
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The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD), in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (CDC/ATSDR), has issued a…
Health Impact Survey Part 2 On Chemtool Fire Now Available For Public To CompLete Read More »
Winnebago County is now at a HIGH Community Level of COVID-19 due to an increase in the case rate in the community and hospital numbers reaching concerning levels. The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is advising residents to take additional actions to…
Winnebago County Moves To High Community Level Of COVID-19 Read More »
The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) in collaboration with the Winnebago County Action Team and other partner agencies are launching a monthly podcase series, Keeping Moms and Babies Alive, to address maternal, infant, and child health challenges….
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The week of April 4-10 is National Public Health Week (NPHW), a time to bring awareness to the ways public health protects and supports us all. This year, the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) will be taking part in NPHW by recognizing the long, proud history of…
Addressing Health Equity In Winnebago County For National Public Health Week Read More »
