Health Department News

The U.S. Army is asking permission from residents to go onto properties located in the former Camp Grant site to do environmental testing. Please consider granting them permission. U.S. Army Fact Sheet on Former Camp Grant The U.S. Army will reach out to residents with properties on the former Camp Grant site directly. If you […]

The Winnebago County Board of Health has adopted the FY 2026 budget for the Winnebago County Health Department. WCHD FY26 BUDGET WCHD FY26 BUDGET NARRATIVE

Winning Start Winnebago – Welcoming Babies, Connecting Families – is a community-wide initiative to give every baby in Winnebago County a Winning Start. With free universal home visiting services and seamless connection to resources to support families during pregnancy, after birth, and to keep growing.  Through Winning Start Winnebago, families can access services including: Doula

The Winnebago County Health Department encourages all residents to take 10 minutes each day for your mental wellbeing Winnebago County residents can now access CredibleMind, a free, online platform available 24/7, that provides self-care tools to use in your own space at your own pace to improve your mental wellbeing. With over 200 topics, there

Measles spreads through the air and is very dangerous to those unvaccinated. Getting Vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself against measles Measles can be prevented with the MMR vaccine. The vaccine protects against three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. Now is the time to make sure you are up-to date on your MMR

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

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

What is PrEP? PrEP, or Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, is a medicine that significantly reduces your risk of getting HIV. When taken every day, PrEP prevents the HIV virus from entering and spreading in your body. It’s important to know your HIV status and take steps to prevent spreading HIV. Click Here for more information and/or to

The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) clinic offers client-centered, inclusive, and trauma-informed services to all individuals. Take control and make sure you get the services you need.    Visit the My Plan page for more information on women’s health and family planning services.