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We’re reporting our first human case of West Nile Virus for the season and reminding everyone how to protect themselves.

We round up all you need to know about flu, COVID, and RSV vaccinations ahead of the 2024 season.

In May, we published our updated Summary of Drug Overdose Deaths. It’s an overview of information about people who died of a drug overdose in Dane County from 2000-2022. Before we get into some of the key takeaways from the report, it’s important to…

Believe it or not, a new school year is just around the corner! Here’s a checklist to help make sure your family is set for success.

If you’ve noticed more people around you feeling ill with COVID, it’s not just a coincidence.

As of January 1, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) recommends blood lead testing for all…

The staff on our Environmental Protection Unit put on their deerstalker hats and followed the “footprints” in this latest case.

If you own a private well and your area recently flooded, your well water may be unsafe. We'll tell you what to do next!

We’re about halfway through the summer and wanted to remind you of all the blogs in our summer series!

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.