Public Health

Respiratory Illness Dashboard: Learn the current state of respiratory viruses in Dane County to help you stay healthy.
Get Immunizations: Check your eligibility and make an appointment.
Norovirus Information: Why do I have vomiting and diarrhea? This time of year, it’s probably norovirus.
Pregnancy Options and Support: Help finding abortion services, securing the funds needed for care, emergency contraception, and pregnancy support.
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How to Prepare for a Dry or Drier January posted December 19, 2025
Trying Dry (or Drier) January can provide mental and physical health benefits from drinking less.

Category: Health and Wellness
State Public Health Experts Continue to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccination at Birth for All Newborns posted December 15, 2025
State public health experts continue to recommend hepatitis B vaccination at birth for all newborns.

Category: Health and Wellness
Staying Safe in Extreme Cold posted December 12, 2025
The best way to stay safe during extreme cold is to be prepared and stay indoors!

Category: Environmental Health, Health and Wellness

News Releases

City, County Officials Encourage Flu & COVID Vaccination This Fall posted October 23, 2025
Public Health Madison & Dane County is reminding everyone that getting up to date on flu and COVID vaccines is the best defense against getting seriously sick this respiratory virus season.
Well Woman Program Enrollment Increases posted October 2, 2025
More women than ever are getting connected to life-saving breast cancer screenings through the Wisconsin Well Woman Program (WWWP).
Abortion Access Narrows in Wisconsin posted September 26, 2025
At Public Health Madison & Dane County, we believe a full range of reproductive health services, including abortion, is essential for healthy communities. Access to that kind of care is now becoming more limited in Wisconsin.