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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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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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January is National Radon Action Month. Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that can build up in your home and cause health risks. Nearly one out of every 15 homes in the United States is thought to have high radon levels. High radon levels can be found anywhere in any state. In both old and
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The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) recognized two departing Board of Health members, Dr. Patricia Lewis and Luci Hoover, who have each served more than 25 years, joining the Winnebago County Board of Health in 1998 and serving through 2024. . WCHD staff thanked and honored Dr. Lewis and Luci Hoover, Friday, December 13, for
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ARCHIVED UPDATE: 9:10AM: Thank you for your patience, the phone lines are now available again. You may call or email to reach us. PHONE CALLS NOT AVAILABLE: WCHD cannot currently receive phone calls, today, October 30, 2024. To Reach The Winnebago County Health Department please email us at contactus@PublicHealth.wincoil.gov For general information, visit our website
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