WCHD News Releases

Winnebago County Health Department has launched a Registry for Individuals with Disabilities who may need additional support during an emergency and who live independently (not in long term care, skilled nursing, or a residential treatment facility). This registry provides a way for residents to share information securely with WCHD so that together we can better […]

Winnebago County, IL. – A new school year means new beginnings and fresh starts for high school students as they begin the 2024-2025 school year. The Chairman and Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is seeking high school students who are looking to build problem solving skills and have leadership potential. All high school students in

WINNEBAGO COUNTY – The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is encouraging women to take charge of their health this May. Women are not immune to heart disease, lung disease, and cancer. Women experience unique healthcare needs and challenges accessing the healthcare system. View Full Release (PDF)

The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) will be taking part in National Public Health Week Each year the first week of April is designated as National Public Health Week (NPHW), a time to recognize the contributions of public health and bring awareness to the issues that impact health in our communities. The theme for National

WINNEBAGO COUNTY – Residents are the heart of community and shape the overall health of the community. The Winnebago County Health Department is asking community members to show each other how much they care about the health of the community and Be Our Community’s Valentine with Share. Submit. Shape: • Share what impacts your health•

WCHD Encourages Residents To Take Steps Toward Living A Heart Healthy Lifestyle The Winnebago County Health Department encourages residents to take steps toward living a heart healthy lifestyle and spread awareness about heart health during February for #Hearthealth Awareness Month. Approximately 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes occur every year in the United States. Controlling

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

Extreme heat is expected in Winnebago County from Wednesday, August 23 through Thursday night, August 24. The National Weather Service predicts heat that feels like 110° to 115°, with heat staying around in the evening hours. When heat is this extreme, the risk of severe heat illness and death from heat are more likely.

The Winnebago County Health Department in coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency have identified multiple wells with PFAS levels above guidance level in the Wright Kiles Blackhawk Subdivision in Rockton

The Chairman & Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is hosting a Community Town Hall on Tuesday, March 7, from 5:30 to 7:00pm at Veterans Memorial Hall. All are encouraged to attend and participate in this public forum regarding transportation in our area.