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January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about birth defects.
About one in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect. Although not all birth defects can be prevented, people can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and adopting healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant.
Click here to learn more about birth defects and how to prevent them.
The Winnebago County Health Department is observing the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026. To contact the Winnebago County Health Department about a
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Before, during, and after giving birth, your care continues. Our community cares for all families welcoming home a newborn. Whether this is your first child
