Dodge County Public Health

08/29/2025

The The Open Door Coffeehouse Moms Unite Group is kicking off soon! If you're interested and haven't filled out an interest form, please do so :) https://forms.gle/tJrgiay1drMdfc6Q6

Our Moms Unite Group is kicking off soon! If you're interested and haven't filled out an interest form, do it now!!! https://forms.gle/tJrgiay1drMdfc6Q6

08/29/2025

Our offices are closed Monday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day.

08/26/2025

We will be holding a car seat event at the Beaver Dam Fire Department on Tuesday, September 30th from 3-6pm! We also have car seats available for free to those who are eligible. To make an appointment, call 920-386-3676

08/26/2025

Happy National Dog Day! 🐶 As you enjoy this summer with your pooch, remember to check them for ticks when they come inside. Learn about protecting your dog from ticks: https://bit.ly/4lmyObC

08/25/2025

Dr. John Swartzberg is a UC Berkeley public health professor, board certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases. Born before the first measles vaccine in 1963, he shares how, early in his career, he unknowingly brought measles home, infecting his wife and children.
His experience highlights the importance of herd immunity. When not enough people are vaccinated, diseases like measles can spread quickly, even to those we love most. Herd immunity protects the vulnerable: infants, the elderly, and those who can’t be vaccinated due to medical reasons.
Dr. Swartzberg’s story is a reminder that vaccination isn’t just personal, it’s about protecting our whole community!

08/25/2025

Come on down to The Watermark tomorrow, Tuesday, August 26, to visit our "Health Hub"!
Stop by for a free health assessment, blood pressure check, or to get answers to your health and medication questions. We also offer resources and information on a wide range of topics including nutrition, mental health, chronic disease prevention, and more.
The Health Hub will first be held on Tuesday, August 26th from 1:30–3:30 p.m. at The Watermark in Beaver Dam. After that, it will be available on every third Tuesday of the month from 1:30-3:30.

08/23/2025

Water looking a little ‘suss’ today? When in doubt, stay out. Learn the difference between safe algae and blue-green algae:

https://bit.ly/4eQFc8H

08/22/2025

Five more cases of in Oconto County mean the disease is spreading locally. Measles is extremely contagious and may continue to spread throughout the state. We urge you to check your vaccination status and take steps to protect yourself and your family.
➡ Get details: dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/082225.htm
➡ Learn more about measles: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/measles.htm
➡ Check your status: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/wir.htm
➡ See if you need a booster: dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p03713.pdf

Five more cases of mean the disease is spreading locally. Measles is extremely contagious and may continue to spread throughout the state. We urge you to check your vaccination status and take steps to protect yourself and your family.
➡ Get details: dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/082225.htm
➡ Learn more about measles: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/measles.htm
➡ Check your status: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/wir.htm
➡ See if you need a booster: dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p03713.pdf

08/19/2025

Behind every white coat is someone who knows what it’s like to pack lunches, do bedtime stories, and worry about school germs. Many healthcare providers are parents themselves, and they understand the tough decisions families make every day. They won’t recommend a treatment, vaccine, or care plan they wouldn’t choose for their own kids. You’re not in this alone. Your provider gets it, and they’re here to help your child grow into the best version of themselves.

08/18/2025

Tomorrow! Tuesday, Aug 19, hope to see you there!

Want to learn more about Heart Disease, Strokes and Managing your Blood Pressure?? Join our Heart Health Presentation at Juneau Public Library on Tuesday, August 19 from 1pm-2pm! Free blood pressure checks will occur after the presentation! Call 920-386-4805 to sign up ❤️❤️❤️

08/18/2025

A huge thank you to SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac for their amazing $5,000 donation to help support Family Fest! With the help of their generosity, we were able to bring together a variety of community organizations that offer free or low-cost services to families. Their support helped us make sure local families know about and can access the resources available to them.

SSM Health is giving $5,000 to Dodge County Human Services and Health department to support its Family Fest, a resource fair designed to connect Dodge County residents with local services that improve health and well-being.

More than 300 people participated in the June 25 annual event.

Family Fest brings together governmental and non-governmental organizations that provide free or reduced-cost services to families, ensuring that residents are aware of and have access to vital community resources. The event features giveaways, information booths, food, games, and family-friendly activities to engage attendees and encourage participation.

“While there are individual organizations that offer resource events, Family Fest is unique in its comprehensive, all-in-one approach,” according to Roman Mullen, Dodge County Human Services and Health public health officer. “Family Fest brings together multiple sectors - including health care, education, housing, and social services - into one accessible event. This broad outreach ensures that families receive a well-rounded set of resources tailored to their needs, eliminating barriers to access.”

Improving community health is a collective effort, according to Nicole Gill, SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital/SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital vice president, clinical administrator.

“This event really demonstrates the positive outcomes that can occur when multiple community partners come together with a common goal,” according to Gill. “It’s truly valuable when we can make access to needed resources so much easier for individuals and families with the goal of enhancing the lives of all those we serve.”

To learn more, call the Dodge County Human Services and Health team at 920-386-3500, or visit www.co.dodge.wi.gov.

In 2024, SSM Health's local community benefit ministry totaled more than $568,000 across the communities it serves. This investment helps ensure access to health care for patients who are uninsured or underinsured, train the next generation of health professionals to care for those in need, and fund programs to address the most pressing health needs of our communities.