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Overdose Spike Alert: Extreme Heat Increases Risk of Drug Overdose posted July 1, 2026
Stay Cool, Hydrated, and Connected During Extreme Heat Warning posted June 29, 2026
“Wear Orange Day” Event Unites Community in Fight Against Gun Violence posted June 2, 2026
New Pilot Study Expands Beach Monitoring Efforts in Dane County posted May 27, 2026
New Community Measles Exposure Alert at Madison Hotel posted February 14, 2026

What does a health inspector do? posted July 22, 2026
Supporting LGBTQ+ Communities Through Inclusive Data posted July 20, 2026
Canadian wildfires are causing poor air quality. Here's how to protect yourself. posted July 16, 2026
Staying safe during extreme heat posted July 13, 2026
4 bite prevention tips mosquitoes don't want you to know posted July 9, 2026

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