Health Department News

Dangerous heat is expected in Winnebago County beginning on Monday, June 29 and continuing into the week. When heat is this extreme, the risk of severe heat illness is more likely. Stay Safe In Extreme Heat Drink plenty of water. Do not wait until you are thirsty. Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks. Stay cool in […]

NOW AVAILABLE FOR WINNEBAGO COUNTY RESIDENTS: Residential Sharps Disposal located at 5 locations throughout the county. Help keep our community and environment safe by disposing of your sharps at one of the Residential Sharps Boxes. All sharps must be in a sharps bin or other puncture resistant and sealed container. There are free sharps containers available while

For the first time, ticks from Winnebago County have tested positive for Powassan virus. There is no vaccine for Powassan virus which can lead to serious health complications impacting the heart, skeletal, and nervous systems. The key is to prevent tick bites. The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) encourages residents to take steps to prevent

Every organization has the power to be responsive to the impact that negative events and experiences have on members of our community. A trauma informed organization understands the widespread impact of trauma, promotes recovery, and builds resiliency by integrating trauma informed policies and practices into its culture. Join the Winnebago County Health Department and local

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