Public Health Madison & Dane County

01/09/2026

Are you trying to cut back on alcohol this ? We’ve got tips and ideas for helping you reach your goals, whether it means no alcohol or just drinking less: https://tinyurl.com/2w7wy5xx

01/08/2026

Our respiratory dashboard is showing that flu is continuing to spread in Dane County. Stay healthy out there!

Keep track of the latest: publichealthmdc.com/data

01/08/2026

From Wisconsin Department of Health Services:
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to follow the best available scientific and safety data and today announced that no changes will be made to recommendations that protect Wisconsinites from preventable diseases. Details in our news release: www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/010826.htm

American Academy of Pediatrics Wisconsin Chapter of the AAP

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to follow the best available scientific and safety data and today announced that no changes will be made to recommendations that protect Wisconsinites from preventable diseases. Details in our news release: www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/010826.htm
American Academy of Pediatrics Wisconsin Chapter of the AAP

01/07/2026

If you haven’t gotten your flu or covid vaccine in the last 6 months, it’s not too late! We’re seeing an uptick in respiratory illness (think cough, sore throat, fever) nationwide. Talk to your pharmacist or provider to get your dose.

01/05/2026

Some wintery mix and snow in the forecast for this week! Remember more salt doesn’t mean safer steps. Before you lay down buckets of salt on your driveway and sidewalks, read on for our salting safety tips: https://tinyurl.com/588etpt9

01/05/2026

Wisconsin residents 18 and older can now order free, at-home and test kits! They arrive in discreet packaging and provide preliminary results. Go to simplehealthkit.com/partnerships/Wisconsin to learn more and to order yours today!

12/31/2025

Happy New Year! Our offices and clinics are closed Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1.

12/29/2025

Working on a car or snowblower? Remember: if it burns fuel, it makes carbon monoxide. Don’t make yourself sick. Avoid enclosed spaces, check your ventilation, and use a carbon monoxide alarm.

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AHFUhLwZWg

12/24/2025

Happy holidays! Our offices and clinics are closed Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25.

12/23/2025

Heads-up for our holiday closures! Our offices and clinics will be closed:
❄️Wednesday, December 24
❄️Thursday, December 25
❄️Wednesday, December 31
❄️Thursday, January 1

Our website is 24/7/365! publichealthmdc.com

12/22/2025

As you bake, cook, and light candles, keep our holiday safety tips in mind: https://tinyurl.com/4t57d4uk

12/18/2025

It's news we were hoping we wouldn’t have to share this season. Two children in our state have died from respiratory illnesses. Please, protect yourself and your family: dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/121825.htm