News Releases
The Winnebago County Health Department has issued the following news releases this year:
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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Local Community Members Honored for Volunteer Service with the Winnebago County Medical Reserve Corps
WINNEBAGO COUNTY – On Wednesday, September 17, the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) recognized local community members who volunteered their time over the past ...
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Additional Resources
- Archived News Releases
- IDPH News Releases
- CDC News Releases
- For WCHD Health Alerts, click here to go to the Healthcare Provider page.
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