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The Winnebago County Health Department is now accepting applications for the Doula Development Program scholarship as part of the Winning Start Winnebago initiative. A Doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and educational support before, during, and after childbirth. Research shows that families supported by Doulas experience better health outcomes—and with the support […]
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As mental health continues to be a top health concern in Winnebago County, the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is encouraging all residents to Take Ten (10) minutes a day for their mental wellbeing. To support residents’ efforts, WCHD has partnered with CredibleMind to launch the Take Ten 815 website: taketen815.crediblemind.com. This website gives residents
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Youth Mental Health First Aid TrainingDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Winnebago County Health Department, 555 N Court St, Rockford, IL 61103Cost: Free Gain essential skills to support young people experiencing mental health challenges.Space is limited! Register by May 10 to reserve your spot. Click Here To Register
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WCHD’s Free Tire Drop-Off Registration Now Open The Winnebago County Health Department will be hosting another free tire drop-off this year. Registration is required due to the limited number of tires we can accept. Getting rid of de-rimmed tires helps to control mosquitoes that can carry West Nile Virus. Register Here Once you register, you
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WCHD is hosting a FREE foundational trauma training session called Trauma 101 on April 29, 2025 2pm – 4pm. This training is will be presented both in person and virtually. Click here for more information
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The Winnebago County Health Department encourages all residents to take 10 minutes each day for your mental wellbeing Winnebago County residents can now access CredibleMind, a free, online platform available 24/7, that provides self-care tools to use in your own space at your own pace to improve your mental wellbeing. With over 200 topics, there
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March is National Nutrition Month, a great time to start making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a little one, nutrition plays a vital role in both your health and your baby’s growth. At WCHD, WIC provides personalized nutrition support, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding guidance, and resources
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In partnership with the Illinois Collaboration on Youth, WCHD is providing FREE Trauma Informed trainings to community members of Winnebago County. Trainings coming soon: May 15, 2025: Trauma Informed Supervision for Supervisors Click here for more information
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Measles spreads through the air and is very dangerous to those unvaccinated. Getting Vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself against measles Measles can be prevented with the MMR vaccine. The vaccine protects against three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. Now is the time to make sure you are up-to date on your MMR
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February is American Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and a good time to start a heart healthy lifestyle. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Illinois. Take Steps Toward A Heart Healthy Life: Manage your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar levels with your healthcare
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