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Public Health Madison & Dane County continues to investigate the confirmed case of measles in Dane County. The investigation identified two community locations where people may have been exposed to measles.

Public Health Madison & Dane County reports that there is a confirmed case of measles in Dane County, with travel and employment in Rock County.

Public Health Madison & Dane County is now accepting applications from local organizations interested in helping connect with people in their community about PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) or “forever chemicals”.

Public Health Madison & Dane County is now accepting applications from local organizations interested in helping their community stay prepared for emergencies.

The City of Madison is proud to announce it is one of nineteen communities in the country selected to join the inaugural Nature Everywhere Communities initiative. The initiative is designed to increase equitable access to nature everywhere children…

Over the past three years, testing revealed that roughly half of the homes tested in Dane County had high levels of radon. Radon is a radioactive gas common throughout Wisconsin, that can’t be seen, smelled, or tasted, even at high levels, making it…

Public Health Madison & Dane County is accepting applications from local community organizations to receive funding that supports violence prevention efforts in Dane County.

One in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. Regular clinical breast exams and mammograms are crucial to saving lives. “We know that the cost of screenings can be a concern for some women making…

Public Health Madison & Dane County launched a new Dane County Respiratory Illness Dashboard.

Public Health Madison & Dane County is encouraging everyone to get up to date on flu, RSV, and COVID vaccines ahead of respiratory season.

Public Health Madison & Dane County is providing free PFAS water testing for eligible homeowners with private wells in Dane County.

MADISON, WI – Madison Public Library and Public Health of Madison and Dane County are partnering to offer an informational health event at Meadowridge Public Library. Kids, teens and families are invited to come learn more about menstruation at a…

The heat and humidity are creating a dangerous combination this week, with heat indices predicted to approach 110°. The National Weather Service has issued a series of warnings and advisories in the coming days. People most at risk from getting sick…

Temperatures are predicted to climb this week with heat indices approaching 100°. Be aware of the ways to stay safe.

Public Health encourages everyone to take steps to protect yourself from wildfire smoke during the Air Quality Advisory in effect until Thursday PM.

Public Health Madison & Dane County has expanded its free sexual and reproductive health services to meet the changing needs of the community.

On Friday, June 2, Public Health Madison & Dane County is hosting a Wear Orange rally raising awareness about the urgent need to end gun violence.

Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing a public health alert due to an increase, or spike, in drug overdoses in our community.

On Wednesday, Public Health Madison & Dane County closed Spring Harbor beach for swimming due to a large blue-green algae bloom.

Madison and Dane County Bring Mental Health to Forefront with Community Programs and Resources