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Wisconsin confirms first pediatric flu-related death this season
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric influenza-associated death in the state for the 2024-2025 season.
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Wisconsin launches campaign against menthol tobacco targeting vulnerable communities
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has initiated a digital education and outreach campaign to emphasize the health risks associated with menthol in commercial tobacco products.
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Wisconsin expands caregiver training program with Hmong language option
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has expanded its Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) program to include training in Hmong, alongside English and Spanish.
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Wisconsin allocates $21M from latest opioid settlement funds
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has distributed over $21 million in opioid settlement funds to various agencies across the state from October to December 2024.
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Wisconsin health officials urge residents to vaccinate amid rise in respiratory virus cases
With respiratory illness activity rising across Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging residents to get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses as soon as possible.
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Wisconsin DHS urges testing for radon during National Radon Action Month
Radon, a colorless and odorless gas, poses significant health risks as it can infiltrate homes through their foundations.
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Wisconsin reports first presumptive human case of avian influenza
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has identified the first presumptive positive human case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1), commonly referred to as bird flu, in Barron County.
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Wisconsin introduces Medicaid-funded housing support for vulnerable residents
Starting February 1, 2025, Wisconsin will implement a new initiative aimed at providing housing support services to Medicaid members experiencing housing insecurity who are also dealing with substance use or mental health conditions.
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Wisconsin Wayfinder marks one year helping families with special health care needs
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is marking the first anniversary of Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children's Resource Network.
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Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers affects multiple states including Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP), local health departments, and federal partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of...
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Wisconsin promotes awareness for responsible antibiotic use during respiratory virus season
Respiratory virus season has commenced in Wisconsin, prompting many residents to seek antibiotics when they fall ill.
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Wisconsin launches tool for tracking suspected overdoses
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has introduced a new online tool designed to aid professionals involved in overdose response and prevention.
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Wisconsin health officials urge vaccination amid rising respiratory virus cases
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is urging residents to protect themselves against respiratory viruses during the holiday season.
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Wisconsin celebrates half-century milestone for WIC program
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Wisconsin's Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program.
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Wisconsin DHS urges action during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is urging residents to take steps to prevent childhood lead exposure. The initiative involves educating the public about lead hazards, encouraging testing for children, and inspecting homes for potential risks.
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Wisconsin falls behind national average in child vaccination rates
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that Wisconsin children are lagging behind other states in receiving essential vaccinations. The data, sourced from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), reveals that vaccination rates among kindergarteners for the 2023-2024 school year are lower compared to national averages. This includes vaccines for diseases such as polio, pertussis, diphtheria and tetanus (DTaP), and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).
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Wisconsin health officials urge continued caution against mosquito bites due to EEE concerns
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is advising residents to continue taking precautions against mosquito bites after two horses in the state tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEE). The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reported a case in Marathon County yesterday, followed by another confirmation in Clark County. This indicates that mosquitoes capable of spreading EEE are present in Wisconsin.
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DHS reports rise in whooping cough cases; urges vaccination statewide
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is reporting a significant increase in cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, across Wisconsin. Data at both the state and national levels indicate that case counts have returned to pre-pandemic levels. To prevent the spread and protect against severe symptoms or hospitalization, DHS urges Wisconsinites to ensure they and their children are up to date on their pertussis vaccinations.
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Wisconsin DHS urges vaccinations as respiratory illness season begins
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is urging residents to get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses this fall. Updated COVID-19 and new annual flu vaccines are now available, alongside RSV vaccines for eligible individuals, including most older adults and pregnant people. An RSV antibody to protect infants from severe illness will be available starting October 1.
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Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs affects multiple states
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP), local health departments, and federal partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to eggs from a Wisconsin farm. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 65 people in nine states have been infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella, including 42 individuals residing in Wisconsin.