Public Health

Respiratory Illness Dashboard: Learn the current state of respiratory viruses in Dane County to help you stay healthy.
Bird Flu Information: Get the latest news about bird flu.
Look Up a Health Inspection: Look up our inspection reports for food establishments, places to stay, and more.
Get Immunizations: Check your eligibility and make an appointment.

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.
Animals

Information on bites, rabies, pets, and wild animals.
Report a Problem

Report an environmental problem or animal concern to us.

Hunger Close To Home: Tackling Food Insecurity In Dane County posted April 2, 2025
1 in 10 households in Dane County struggles to put food on the table. Learn about the local efforts rising to meet the growing need in our community.

Category: Community Initiatives, Health and Wellness
Do I need to test my drinking water? posted March 13, 2025
Spring is almost here! If you have a private well, it's a good time for your annual test.

Category: Environmental Health, Health and Wellness
4 Tips Before You Head on Spring Break posted March 11, 2025
Spring break is just around the corner! If you’re planning to travel, we have four things to keep in mind.

Category: Health and Wellness

News Releases

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.
What We Could Lose: Medicaid and Other Programs For People with Disabilities Event posted February 27, 2025
The Department of Civil Rights and community partners are offering a forum for community members who want to learn more about potential cuts to Medicaid and other critical programs.
Protect Your Health: Test Your Home For Radon posted January 8, 2025
Testing your home for radon is an important way to protect your health.