McHenry Co. Health Officials Monitor Bird Flu Activity

No human cases have been confirmed in McHenry County, local health officials say residents should stay informed.

Bird Flu Confirmed In Woodstock, Across Illinois: Officials

Bird flu has sickened and killed geese and ducks in various locations in Illinois, according to Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Crystal Lake Park District Has the Answer for 2025 Fitness Resolutions

Winter-spring fitness and yoga classes run January-May

Whooping Cough Cases Rise In McHenry Co., Outbreak Reported At H.S.

So far this year, 59 cases of whooping cough have been reported in McHenry County.

Discover Medical Center Introduces Non-invasive Fat Burning Procedures

Patients can demo the procedures during December 10 “All I Want for Christmas” party

Yoga and Wine Social Overlooking Crystal Lake On Oct 18

advanced registration suggested

Register NOW for Zumba Glow Pary on Oct 18

Register in advance at crystallakeparks.org

Virus Causing Polio-Like Paralysis On The Rise In IL, Wastewater Shows

The data shows the D68 virus is now being detected at medium levels in 323 of 429 samples nationwide over the last 10 days.

1 Person Dies Of West Nile Virus In McHenry County

The death marks the first West Nile Virus-related death in McHenry County since 2018.

Enroll Now for Crystal Lake Park District Fall Yoga Classes

Classes begin soon, Punch Pass option available

Bat In Crystal Lake Tests Positive For Rabies

The McHenry County Department of Health Animal collected the bat after health officials learned there was an exposure to the bat.

Owl Tests Positive For West Nile Virus In McHenry County

Mosquitoes become infected with West Nile virus when they feed on infected birds, according to local health officials.

Local Health Officials Warn Of 'Diamond Shruumz' Illnesses

A product sold in dispensaries and smoke and vape shops has lead to several sicknesses and hospitalizations, according to health officials.

Four Health Tips to Help Make the Most of Mother’s Day

Dr. Donna O’Shea, OB/GYN and Chief Medical Officer of Population Health, UnitedHealthcare

No One In Custody In Cary Road Rage Incident: Police

No one was injured when a person inside a vehicle on Cary-Algonquin fired shots at another vehicle late Saturday night.

Sprinkler Pipe Bursts, Causes $3M In Damage For Autism School

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism in McHenry is undergoing repairs following the Jan. 15 incident.

Crystal Lake Park District Group Fitness and Yoga classes Begin Jan 8

Punch Passes Available and 1 Day Fitness Yoga Special Events

27 IL Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades, 8 Get ‘D’ In Latest Leapfrog Ratings

Among 109 Illinois hospitals evaluated in the report, 24 earned a “B,” 50 earned a “C” and 8 earned a "D" grade in the ratings.

Monthly Walking Club for Seniors at Grand Oaks

the Crystal Lake Park District is offering free, drop-in indoor walking, 1x month

Yoga and Zumba Special Events on October 20

Yoga & Wine and Blacklight Zumba Party hosted by the Crystal Lake Park District

4 Narcan Vending Machines Set Up In McHenry County

Narcan, also known as Naloxone, is a life-saving medication capable of reversing opioid overdoses.

Health Officials: Respiratory Illnesses Expected To Rise This Fall

Cases of COVID-19, RSV and influenza are expected to soon be on the rise. Health officials offer tips on how to prevent spreading illnesses.

Open House Planned For Crystal Lake's First Hospital

The new Mercyheatlh Hospital at Three Oaks Road and Route 31, is set to open later this month. An open house is planned for next weekend.

Air Quality 'Very Unhealthy' In McHenry County, Alert Issued: MCH

Health officials issued an alert that runs through Wednesday and said that poor air conditions caused by Canadian wildfires affect everyone.

Crystal Lake's First Hospital Prepares To Open To Patients In July

Mercyhealth Hospital will open on July 24 more than two years after ground was broken on the $105 million facility offering 24/7 care.

Report reveals importance of social connection among older Americans

By Dr. Rhonda Randall, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual

Rabid Bat Found In McHenry County

The McHenry County Department of Health determined a Woodstock family was exposed to the rabid bat.

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital Expands Cardiovascular Services

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital Expands its Cardiovascular Services and Receives Distinguished Rating from The Society of Thoracic Su

The Canning Thoracic Institute Expands to McHenry Hospital

Hospital Surpasses 50th thoracic surgical case at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

IL Assoc. of Naturopathic Physicians urge passage of licensure bill

Local Woodstock woman found healing a new lease on life thanks to naturopathic medicine

Park District Will Not Buy Former Northwestern Fitness Center

Many community members have been pushing for the park district to buy the facility after it closed last year.

Crystal Lake Native Gets Nurse Of The Year Award

Congrats to Lindsey Knickrehm, a registered nurse working in Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital’s float pool.

Valentine/Galentine Zumba Party Scheduled for Feb 10

Join Crystal Lake Park District Fitness Instructors for this Two Hour Special Event

New Session of CL Park District Fitness/Yoga Classes Begins Jan 5

Miss a Class Pass and Punch Pass Options Available

Health Officials Offer Free Narcan To Help Prevent Overdoses

The McHenry County Department of Health is now offering the opioid overdose-reversing medication at its Crystal Lake and Woodstock clinics.

Health Officials Offer Tips To Prevent Spread Of Respiratory Illnesses

Avoiding hugs and kisses and staying home while sick could prevent the spread of the flu and COVID-19 over the holidays.

Northwestern Medical Hospitals In McHenry, Huntley Receive Top Marks

Both local hospitals received a grade of an 'A' in the fall hospital safety report, which analyzed more than 3,000 hospitals across the U.S.

Steep Rise In RSV, Flu Cases Reported In McHenry Co.

Health officials say COVID-19 cases have also began to tick up.

173 People Sickened In D.C. Cobb's Norovirus Outbreak: Health Dept

The McHenry County Department of Health probe into the norovirus outbreak at the McHenry restaurant was launched in August.

Health Officials Probe Outbreak Linked To D.C. Cobb's

The McHenry County Department of Health is asking those who visited the restaurant between Aug. 29 and Sept. 13 to fill out a survey.