Winnebago County Health Department (Rockford, IL)

06/15/2026

FOOD SAFETY ALERT: All lots and sizes of Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic infant formula have been recalled after several botulism cases were reported. Do not use the any Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic infant formula until further notice.

New infant botulism outbreak linked to infant formula.
If your infant was fed Nara Organics infant formula and has any of these symptoms, seek health care immediately: poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing, decreased facial expression. More info: https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/outbreaks-investigations/infant-formula-june-2026/index.html

06/14/2026

If you or someone you love needs someone to talk to, the 988 Lifeline is here, 24/7. Confidential, compassionate support is always available—no matter what you're going through. Call or Text 988 anytime.

06/13/2026

They’re on their way to take their ten. Are You?

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06/12/2026

DON’T LET TICKS STICK.
Take steps to prevent tick bites when enjoying time outside:
1. Reduce time spent in areas where ticks are active such as tall grass or wooded areas.
2. Wear long, light colored clothing when outside in areas where ticks may be.
3. Apply insect repellents approved by the U.S. Environmental Protections Agency (EPA).
4. Regularly scan your arms and legs for climbing ticks.
5. Perform regular tick checks on your pets.

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

This is your stop, get off the bus and dance your way to mental wellbeing.

Winnebago County residents have access to free self-care tools 24/7 with CredibleMind.

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06/11/2026

Stay weather aware today. Have a plan and be ready to take action. Take tornado warnings seriously and have multiple ways to get warning information today.

06/11/2026

Get on the bus to mental wellbeing!

Everyone Can Improve Their Mental Wellbeing.

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06/11/2026

Plan for emergencies before they happen. If you live independently but may need extra help during public emergencies, join the Registry for Individuals with Disabilities.

Visit publichealth.wincoil.gov/ride/ to register.

06/10/2026

COOLING CENTERS: As temperatures rise this summer, if you or someone you know needs a place to escape the heat, public cooling centers are are an air-conditioned space to stay cool.