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Welcome to HealthTrek, where healthy choices become power-ups, shields, and upgrades that help your child level up their health. Summer Mode is ON, so it’s the perfect time to start building healthy habits. Explore how to achieve optimal health and boost your child’s summer by checking out the resources below. Shields Power-Ups Upgrades Heat Safety Sugar […]
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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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
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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
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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
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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
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