Addressing the Opioid Overdose Crisis In Winnebago County Opioid overdoses continue to take lives in Winnebago County, especially of those living with Substance Use Disorder. In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, today, August 31 and National Recovery Month in September, the Winnebago County Opioid Response Team (ORT) encourages our community to help build the […]

In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day on Thursday, August 31 and of National Recovery Month in September, the Winnebago County Opioid Response Team (ORT) encourages our community to help build the path to recovery for those living with Substance Use Disorder. Help Build the Path To Recovery: For more information on services WCHD offers

Prevent Suicides & Accidents Responsible and secure gun storage can help to prevent suicides and accidents resulting from guns. Gun locks can help to keep a gun stored securely. Gun locks are intended to discourage unauthorized persons (such as children) from accessing the gun. Keep Guns Secure  Click here for a checklist on how to

Some foods will quickly become unsafe to eat if not refrigerated or frozen including food like meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, and cut fruit. When serving food at outdoor gathering and activities in the summer, take steps to keep food safe. Keep Cold Foods Cold and Hot Foods Hot Keep cold foods in an insulated cooler

Poor air quality can have health impacts. People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children are most at risk, but everyone can take steps to reduce exposure to poor air quality. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in partnership with the United States Environmental Protection Agency monitor air quality. You can monitor the air

Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. To find out more a what you can do for your mental health and that of those in your life, click here.

As your health department, we work to prevent disease and promote health in Winnebago County. We offer a variety of services to help residents reach their best health possible and engage the community to improve the overall health of Winnebago County.

Join the PODCast on Thursday, February 23 at 12:30pm to talk about healthy relationships during pregnancy and after. Learn about resources available to support growing families and discuss solutions to help ensure all moms and babies thrive. Click here to watch live on Facebook This PODcast is part of a series held by the Maternal,

Focusing on your heart health has never been more important.

On Tuesday, September 7, 2023, Dr. Sandra Martell presented results from the Health Impacts Survey part 2 that was conducted as a one year follow-up after the Rockton Chemtool Fire. The presentations include data put together by the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), and WCHD to