Ogle County Health Department

08/12/2025

08/11/2025

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Let's strengthen our breastfeeding knowledge.

For more information on the AAP and WHO recommendations on breastfeeding:
https://www.who.int/health-topics/breastfeeding =tab_2
https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/?srsltid=AfmBOoqIIAQeiGvsTCWa6KCrCJDiZgLBZ9KV30KUlHQc86VJWufu36lh

For information on lactation support offered at OCHD: 815-562-6976 ext 2299

08/04/2025

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Let's strengthen our breastfeeding knowledge!

For more information on breastfeeding laws:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pump-at-work

For information on lactation support offered at OCHD: 815-562-6976 ext 2299

07/30/2025

Visiting the Ogle County Fair this weekend? OCHD's Lactation Station is available to provide a private and clean space for mother's to feed and care for their baby! 🤱
It is located in the center of the fairgrounds near the restrooms.

If you utilize this space, be sure to fill out a Connection Card to be entered into our drawing to win a new Momcozy wearable breast pump!

For questions or concerns, please contact us at 815-562-6976

07/25/2025

Fight the Bite Friday
Higher temperatures reduce the time needed for mosquitoes to reproduce. Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus can reproduce in as little as 7 days. Continue to protect yourself against mosquito-borne diseases by applying EPA-registered insect repellent and dumping out standing water around your home.

07/24/2025

Capillary (finger stick) lead testing is offered for children at both Ogle County Health Department locations. Billable to insurance, including Medicaid. Call to schedule an appointment: 815-562-6976

For more information on lead exposure: https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/lead-poisoning-prevention/families-of-lead-exposed-children.html

07/22/2025

With dangerous heat and humidity on the way, know what to look for in heat related illnesses for people in graphic below. Do not forget about your pets who need extra attention as well during this time!

07/15/2025

07/08/2025

For the latest food recall information, please click the following link:

Find recalls and alerts on FoodSafety.gov about food that may cause consumers to become ill.

07/08/2025

Our Rochelle clinic is full, but we still have availability in Oregon on August 5th! Call for an appointment.

07/07/2025

WIC is here for YOU!
Pregnant? Just had a baby? Parent or guardian of a child under the age of 5? You may be eligible for WIC!

WIC provides free healthy food benefits on a convenient EBT card, personalized nutrition education, professional breastfeeding support, and access to a variety of other services.

Participating in Medicaid? Have SNAP benefits? You may automatically qualify regardless of your income!

Give us a call today to assess your eligibility, answer your questions, and schedule your first appointment!