A Nationally Accredited Health Department Since 2017

The Winnebago County Health Department has issued the following news releases this year:

WCHD News Releases

Take Care Of Your Heart Health Winnebago County – News Release

WCHD Encourages Residents To Take Steps Toward Living A Heart Healthy Lifestyle The Winnebago County Health Department encourages residents to take steps toward living a ...
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WCHD News Releases

Opioid Response Team – News Release

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. ...
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WCHD News Releases

Take Steps To Stay Safe In The Extreme Heat In Winnebago County This Week.

Extreme heat is expected in Winnebago County from Wednesday, August 23 through Thursday night, August 24. The National Weather Service predicts heat that feels like ...
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WCHD News Releases

Second Neighborhood in Winnebago County Urged To Reduce Exposure To PFAS.

The Winnebago County Health Department in coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency have identified multiple wells ...
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WCHD News Releases

Youth Host Community Town Hall On Transportation Concerns

The Chairman & Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is hosting a Community Town Hall on Tuesday, March 7, from 5:30 to 7:00pm at Veterans Memorial ...
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WCHD News Releases

Winnebago County Residents Urged To Reduce Exposure To PFAS

The Winnebago County Health Department in coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency have identified multiple wells with ...
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