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Monday 8am - 12pm 1pm - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 12pm 1pm - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 12pm 1pm - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 12pm 1pm - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 12pm 1pm - 4:30pm

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11/24/2025

Our nation’s ability to live healthier, longer lives rests on our commitment to supporting public health initiatives and those who carry them out. Sending a massive thank you to everyone who works to protect and advance public health. Happy Public Health Thank You Day! 💙

11/23/2025

When antibiotics aren't needed, they won't help you feel better. Using antibiotics safely helps fight antimicrobial resistance, and ensures that life-saving antibiotics will be available for future generations. Get more tips: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/antimicrobial-stewardship/patient-resources.htm

11/22/2025

Lots of Wisconsinites are going to have our eyes on the ball rather than our food while the Packers play the Lions on Thanksgiving Day.

Make a food safety game plan! Don’t get sidelined by foodborne illness this Thanksgiving -- make good calls for food safety. Learn more: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/nutrition/safety.htm

11/21/2025

No matter what you're hunting for, who you're hunting with, or where you're hunting – please always remember the four main rules of firearm safety, otherwise known as TABK:
➡️Treat every firearm as if it was loaded.
➡️Always point the muzzle in a safe direction.
➡️Be certain of your target, what is before and beyond it.
➡️Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot.
For more information on firearm safety, visit: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/Education/OutdoorSkills/HuntingSafety

11/19/2025

We know the holiday season can be tough for many. If you're struggling to cope, call or text the 988 Lifeline at 988. You can also chat with a trained, caring counselor online at 988lifeline.org. You're not alone. 💜

11/18/2025

During U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, and learn when antibiotics are and are not needed. https://bit.ly/3l8KFyd

11/16/2025

If a hunter is in the family, they may serve duck, venison, pheasant, or other wild game. Whatever the choice, have a food thermometer on hand to know when the meat has reached a safe temperature.
For more information on game cooking times, visit https://tinyurl.com/5ctfn6n2.

11/13/2025

RECALL UPDATE: All ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products have been recalled. This includes all unexpired lots of formula cans and single-serve “anywhere” sticks. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-infant-botulism-infant-formula-november-2025

11/12/2025

988 and 911: Know which number to use to get the right support at the right time. If you need support for your mental health, text or call 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org.

11/07/2025

FoodShare members! Full November benefits are now available on all QUEST cards.
➡ Check your balance: Call 877-415-5164
➡ Get the latest information: dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/news.htm

11/03/2025

More than 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes, but 81% of them don't know they have it. Be your own hero and take charge of your health. Act now by taking the 1-minute prediabetes risk test at DoIHavePrediabetes.org.

11/01/2025

Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m.!🕑 When clocks change twice a year, it’s the perfect time to check and refresh preparedness measures that keep us safe! Take time to -
➡️Test all alarms in your home.
➡️Replace batteries in these alarms at least once a year.
➡️Check the manufacture date on your alarms. Carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced around every five to seven years. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years.

Address

304 2nd Street
Shell Lake, WI
54871

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4:30pm

Website

https://co.washburn.wi.us/departments/health-human-services/public-health/

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