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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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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 free film viewing of “Paper Tigers.” A discussion on the impact of trauma and how to build resiliency in our community will follow. Panelist include representatives from the Rockford Public
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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 free film viewing of “Broken Places.” A discussion on the impact of trauma and how to build resiliency in our community will follow.This viewing is part of the 2026 Trauma
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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 S.M.A.R.T. to protect heart health and prevent cancer: • Smaller portions• More fruits and vegetables• Add whole grains and beans• Reduce sugar and salt• Try to limit meat and processed
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Stay Safe In Extreme Cold When the weather is extremely cold, try to stay indoors. If you must go outside, dress properly and know who is at high risk for hypothermia or frostbite. Places To Go To Get Warm Places you may visit with to get warm include: Shopping Centers Retail Stores Public Libraries Public
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Did you know that every 3 days a baby in Illinois dies in their sleep? The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is pleased to provide safe sleep supplies, including sleep sacks, swaddles, pacifiers, or cribs. Click here for safe sleep supplies and information
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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 on the impact of trauma and how to build resiliency. The film viewings and discussion will be held at 6pm at the JR Sullivan Theater at RPL’s Nordlof Center at
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Your lungs allow your body to breath oxygen in and carbon dioxide out. Injury, illness, disease or other factors may result in your lungs not working properly causing difficulty breathing. You can keep your lungs healthy and breathe easier by taking a these five steps: 1. Quit Smoking and Avoid Tobacco Use Smoking is the
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Do not use any ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. Throw it away or return it to where you bought it. Wash items and surfaces that may have touched the recalled formula using hot soapy water or a dishwasher. The formula is being recalled due to infant botulism concerns. If your baby has had this formula and isn’t
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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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