The Winnebago County Health Department continues to provide services by appointment and alternative methods of delivery. When coming to WCHD, please wear your mask and go directly to the service location. Do not come to WCHD if you have symptoms of COVID-19, go to a community based testing site. (Click here for testing site locations). All WIC services will continue to be provided curbside at this time. To contact the Winnebago County Health Department for an appointment, call 815-720-4000. For questions about COVID-19, call 815-319-6705. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to serve you, while also responding to the COVID-19 to protect the safety and health of our community.
Coronavirus Disease - 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 Main Page For More Information
Click Here
COVID-19 Daily Report
For current local data on COVID-19.
COVID-19 Hotline
For general questions about COVID-19,
please call the Illinois Department of Public Health at 1-800-889-3931 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
For questions about COVID-19 specific to Winnebago County, please call 1-815-319-6705. or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
COVID-19 Risk Level & Health Inspections
- Click here to learn about managing risk of infection For COVID-19. One way to manage public health risks is to be aware of environmental factors.
- Click here to view a list of establishments in Winnebago County that are currently closed due to public health concerns identified by the Winnebago County Health Department.
Guidance and Resources for Businesses, Agencies, and Organizations
Click Here
Restore Illinois - Phase 4
As of June 26, Illinois is in Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan. It is important to remember that COVID-19 is in our community and there are actions to take to protect yourself and those around you from the virus including social distancing and wearing a face covering when in public.
For additional information on phase 4, Click Here.
To view the Governor's Executive Order: Restoring Illinois – Protecting Our Communities.
Click Here
COVID-19 Job Opportunities
WCHD has open positions for Contact Tracers, Case Investigators, Supervisor and Coordinator II as a direct response to support our local COVID-19 effort. If you are interested in applying or learning more go to the Winnebago County website here. 
Report a Disease
To report a disease or infection during please call 815-720-4050.
Report an Environmental Health Concern
To report an environmental health concern call 815-720-4100 or complete the online form.
Trainings
WCHD offers a variety of trainings. Currently, WCHD is focused on training the whole community on how to provide naloxone to save a life. WCHD is also looking to train food and beverage establishments on the new food code.
- Naloxone Training
- Food Code Training
After Hours Emergency Contact
To contact the Winnebago County Health Department after hours about a public health emergency, please call 815-720-4000.
CLICK HERE to access the Mental Health Behavioral Survey.