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Your Winnebago County Health Department is working with you to reach your best health. Connecting you to services and resources that support healthier, safer options.

WCHD’s Environmental Health Staff will be in the neighborhood around 8th Street and Broadway on Friday, October 25 and Thursday, November 7 working with you to keep your family health and take care of your home. Meet with them to get tips on protecting your children and grandchildren from lead poisoning. All WCHD staff will have their IDs so you can identify them and they will not be entering any homes.

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