News Releases
The Winnebago County Health Department has issued the following news releases this year:
National Public Health Week
With the first week of April designated as National Public Health Week (NPHW), the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) encourages residents to learn more about ...
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Powassan Virus Found In Ticks From Winnebago County
The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) encourages residents to take steps to prevent tick bites and watch for symptoms of illness after being outside in ...
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Discuss Trauma And Resiliency After Viewing “Paper Tigers”
On Tuesday, March 10, 2026 the Rockford Public Library in partnership with the Winnebago County Health Department’s Trauma Informed Community Workgroup will be offering a ...
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Discuss Trauma And Resiliency After Viewing “Broken Places”
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026 the Rockford Public Library in partnership with the Winnebago County Health Department’s Trauma Informed Community Workgroup will be offering a ...
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Eat S.M.A.R.T. To Protect Your Heart and Prevent Cancer
In Winnebago County, heart disease followed by cancer are the two leading causes of death. The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) encourages residents to Eat ...
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Film Series To Discuss Trauma and Resiliency
The Rockford Public Library in partnership with the Winnebago County Health Department’s Trauma Informed Community Workgroup will be offering free film viewings and follow-up discussion ...
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Additional Resources
- Archived News Releases
- IDPH News Releases
- CDC News Releases
- For WCHD Health Alerts, go to the Healthcare Provider page.
- Media & Publications
