Public Health

Measles information: Measles spreads very easily and is preventable with immunization. Learn how to check your record and get immunized if needed.
Get Immunizations: Check your eligibility and make an appointment.
Look Up a Health Inspection: Look up our inspection reports for food establishments, places to stay, and more.
Respiratory Illness Dashboard: Learn the current state of respiratory viruses in Dane County to help you stay healthy.
Beach Closure Information: Get the latest information about beach water quality.

Licensing & Permits

For food, lodging, water, well & septic, and tattoo & piercing.
Community Resources

Find help with food, housing, healthcare, and more.
Sexual Health

Get free birth control and testing for HIV and STIs.
Beaches

Information about beach water quality.
Report a Problem

Report an environmental problem or animal concern to us.

Is there lead in my yard? Tips for protecting kids from lead exposure posted June 4, 2025
In part one of this series, we're exploring how to avoid potential lead hazards in your yard.

Category: Environmental Health
Staying connected to you: Public Health in the community posted June 3, 2025
As your local health department, we are here for you, whether it's providing free or low-cost health services, sharing life-saving information, or simply showing up to listen and support your community.

Category: About Us, Community Initiatives
Canadian wildfires could mean poor air quality soon. Here’s how to stay safe. posted May 30, 2025
Knowing your risk of health effects, checking the Air Quality Index, and knowing how to modify activities are simple steps you can take when our air quality is poor.

Category: Environmental Health, Health and Wellness

News Releases

Wear Orange Weekend Honors Victims of Gun Violence, Calls for Change posted June 6, 2025
Public Health Madison & Dane County, City and County leaders, and the Madison Police Department are joining a nationwide call to end gun violence with a series of “Wear Orange Weekend” awareness events.
New Testing Sites Added as Public Health Beach Monitoring Season Begins posted May 30, 2025
This week, Public Health Madison & Dane County kicked off its beach monitoring efforts in Dane County.
Spring Break Travelers Urged to Check Measles Vaccination Status posted March 13, 2025
Ahead of spring break travel, public health officials urge travelers to check their measles vaccination status.