Washburn County Health Department

04/13/2026

Call or go online to apply for Energy Assistance TODAY!
Regular season ends May 15th.
715-598-4750 or www.westcap.org

04/13/2026

Today is the start of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin. ⚡🌪⛈
Now is a good time to review your severe weather plan, check your emergency kits at home and in your vehicle, and make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. Being prepared can make a big difference when severe weather hits.
To sign up for Washburn County Emergency Alerts, visit https://co.washburn.wi.us/departments/emergency-management/codered-3/
Learn more and find additional resources from ReadyWisconsin: readywisconsin.wi.gov/

04/11/2026

Happy National Pet Day! Dogs and cats are a joy, but they can also attract ticks. Did you know a tick can jump from an animal to a person? Learn how to check a pet for ticks: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/media/pdfs/publications/check-pets-for-ticks-508.pdf Find out more about how ticks affect your health here: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/bite-prevention.htm

04/10/2026

Spending time indoors this weekend and doing some ? A reminder that safely disposing of unused and expired medications helps protect the people around you! There will be 2️⃣ events happening in Washburn County on 4/25 - 📍Spooner Police Department AND 📍Birchwood Four Corners Emergency Services District. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/share/1E1qUEprGV/

04/09/2026

Early screening for substance misuse is a key step toward a healthier future.
Find support with Screen4Success—a quick and easy way to identify areas where you, your child, or someone you care about might benefit from more support: samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/screen4success

Early screening for substance misuse is a key step toward a healthier future.

Find support with Screen4Success—a quick and easy way to identify areas where you, your child, or someone you care about might benefit from more support: samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/screen4success

04/08/2026

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin is next week!⛈️🌪️
Take steps to be prepared for and know what to do when severe weather strikes, whether you are at home, school or work.
Don't Forget!⬇️
The annual Wisconsin Statewide Tornado Drills will occur on April 16 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. pending any severe weather threats.

04/06/2026

This week, we’re celebrating National Public Health Week! Public health is all around us. It helps keep our air and water clean, supports mental health, prevents disease, and builds stronger, safer communities.

We’re proud to be part of the work that protects and improves the health of our community every day.
Thank you to all the public health professionals, partners, and community members who make this work possible.

04/06/2026

Check your freezer! USDA issued a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with lead.
These were shipped to Walmarts nationwide. The expiration and lot numbers you’re looking for: “GREAT VALUE FULLY COOKED DINO SHAPED CHICKEN BREAST NUGGETS” with “BEST IF USED BY” date “FEB 10 2027,” lot code” 0416DPO1215,” and establishment number “P44164” printed on the back of the bag.
These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

Check your freezer! USDA issued a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with lead.

These were shipped to Walmarts nationwide. The expiration and lot numbers you’re looking for: “GREAT VALUE FULLY COOKED DINO SHAPED CHICKEN BREAST NUGGETS” with “BEST IF USED BY” date “FEB 10 2027,” lot code” 0416DPO1215,” and establishment number “P44164” printed on the back of the bag.

These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

04/02/2026

With mixed precipitation hitting parts of the state, be careful if you are out driving.
✅ Leave extra stopping distance between vehicles.
✅ Be careful on bridges, as they tend to freeze first.
✅Be aware of potential downed power lines or falling tree branches.

03/28/2026

Wheezing or sneezing? Check out these tips to help manage seasonal allergies and asthma this spring 🌱🌷🍃For more information, visit https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/asthma/index.htm

03/27/2026

The Washburn County Area Humane Society is hosting a vaccine/microchip clinic and is now accepting RSVPs. Head to www.wcahs.com to pre-register & pre-pay to secure your spot at the clinic.
Let’s make sure your beloved pets stay healthy and safe! 🐶🐱🐾

Our vaccine/microchip clinic is back and now accepting RSVPs!!! Head on over to www.wcahs.com to pre-register & pre-pay to secure your spot at the clinic!

Let’s make sure your beloved pets stay healthy and safe! 🐶🐱🐾

03/23/2026

You don't have to handle everything on your own. 💜
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need someone to listen, support is always within reach. 💜
Call, text, or chat 988 anytime, anywhere.

You don't have to handle everything on your own. 💜

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need someone to listen, support is always within reach.

Call, text, or chat 988 anytime, anywhere.