Milwaukee Health Department

24th season of River Rhythms has been canceled

New Hours for National Guard Testing Sites

Milwaukee Police Department updates community on COVID-19

Palermo’s Statement of Closure

Milwaukee Police Department will enforce Safer at Home ordinance violations

Milwaukee Health Department Northwest Health Clinic Hours Have Changed

Department of Health Services Increases Contact Tracing Capabilities

Local Governments Partner with the Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee to Provide Temporary Shelter for Residents with Housing Instability as Part of COVID-19 Response

Time to turn out the lights on businesses not following the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home order

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey March 30, 2020

Supervisor Martin Urges Residents to Stay Home and Stay Safe to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus

Milwaukee Health Department launches campaign to increase awareness around COVID-19 and best practices for staying healthy

Monterey Mills and Eder Flag, team up to start manufacturing of much-needed respirator masks

Gov. Evers Confirms Two COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Updates Regarding COVID-19

Hospitality Democracy Restaurant Closures / Takeout & Delivery Only

MPD Announces Changes Due To Covid-19

An Important Message from The Bartolotta Restaurants

Milwaukee Public Library to Close Public Locations March 16-29

Exception for early voting at Zablocki Branch Library

Second Coronavirus (COVID-19) Case Discovered in the City of Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Schools and the City of Milwaukee Health Department to give update

First Coronavirus (COVID-19) Case Confirmed in the City of Milwaukee

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Issues Proclamation About COVID-19

Administrative Orders will be implemented around paid leave and travel to provide employees with a financial safety net and to prioritize the health and safety of residents served by Milwaukee County

Milwaukee Health Department issues guidelines for travel and mass gatherings

Residents encouraged to avoid non-essential travel, events with more than 250 people

Currently No Plans to Cancel St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Milwaukee on March 14

Westown Association and the Shamrock Club of Wisconsin are closely monitoring the situation

Milwaukee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Still Planned for Saturday, March 14

No plans to cancel the event due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Public Health Officials Announce New Guidance for Travelers in Response to COVID-19

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers to Host Third Annual Health Equity Summit

Empower a Healthier Milwaukee

League of Women Voters Presents Forum on Lead Poisoning March 6

Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Announces New Leadership Team

UWM School of Public Health convenes panel discussion on COVID-19

Statement of Bevan K. Baker

Statement provided to media on December 23rd, 2019

What Is Going On With the Fire and Police Commission?

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 16, 2019

Sherman Park neighborhood to receive support from BUILD Health Challenge®

News Release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

City of Milwaukee Health Department Services for Thanksgiving Holiday

Regular hours and services will resume on Monday, December 2nd.

American Heart Association commends Mayor & Common Council for continued investment in healthy food access

The Coordinator will organize community food systems and focus on increasing access to healthy and affordable food for all Milwaukee residents.

Senator Johnson continues to lobby for vaping industry – at the expense of Wisconsin’s children and young people

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy November 14, 2019

City Encourages Safe Gun Storage by Offering Gun Locks to Residents

From 1999 to 2014, over 400 Wisconsin children were killed by guns, including 167 in Milwaukee County, according to Wisconsin-based Kids Forward.

City of Milwaukee offers its Support to Camille Mays and Family

The Health Department’s Office of Violence Prevention calls on the community to come together for justice in this case and an end gun violence in our city.

Board of Health Announces New President and Vice President

Milwaukee awarded $5.6 million HUD grant to protect children and families from lead hazards in the home

City of Milwaukee identified as a priority area to address lead and other home health hazards

Violence Prevention Director to testify on Capitol Hill regarding the city’s efforts to combat gun violence

Reggie Moore, Director of the City of Milwaukee’s Office of Violence Prevention will testify in front of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Urges Residents to Stop Using Vaping Products

Severe pulmonary disease has been discovered among teens and adults who reported vaping

DATCP and City of Milwaukee Health Department Suspend Meat and Food Processing at Outpost Natural Foods

Insanitary conditions were discovered during a routine inspection and ready-to-eat products tested positive for Salmonella.

Beyond the Book Bag Carnival this Friday at 4pm

Since this is a back to school celebration, the first 500 attendees will receive a free book bag.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Reminds Residents to Stay Safe in Hot Weather

Residents are advised to stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed

City of Milwaukee Health Department Announces Dates and Locations for 18th Annual Back-to-School Health Fairs

Health fairs to be held August 2nd at Washington High School and August 9th at Journey House

First Mosquito Pool Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in the City of Milwaukee

Health officials remind residents to continue to take precautions into summer season

Home: A Family Free Day Celebrating Milwaukee’s Refugee Communities, this Saturday at Lynden

Outdoor Celebration at Lynden Sculpture Garden, June 22

Rubber Rover Touring Milwaukee to Promote Safer Sex

Condom-covered vehicle deployed by Diverse & Resilient’s 414ALL Campaign

Faculty, Staff, Students, Community Partners Earn Medical College of Wisconsin President’s Community Engagement Award

Gun discharge inside school could have been tragedy

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez April 24, 2019

Freshwater For Life Action Coalition (FLAC) & Get The Lead Out Coalition (GTLO) Support Letter To Milwaukee County District Attorney By Milwaukee Alderpersons

Last week FLAC/GLTO met with District Attorney Chisholm and his investigators as a follow up to our call to investigate the Health Department last year.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Urges Precaution as Measles Activity Continues

Residents reminded that it’s not too late for measles vaccine

City of Milwaukee Health Department Marks National Public Health Week 2019

Public invited to participate in daily events and learn about services and programs

A statement from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski following the March 22 special Public Safety and Health Committee meeting

March 22, 2019

Special meeting devoted to lead in water issues will feature city departments

News release from Alderman Bob Donovan

Common Council to Vote on Doula Funding Legislation

“I was born and raised in the 53206 Zip Code and have seen firsthand the lack of maternal health resources available to mothers and their newborns and its effects,” said Ald. Rainey.

City and County of Milwaukee to Partner on Providing 100 Doulas for Improved Birth Outcomes

Doulas are often colloquially referred to as a pregnancy and birth companion, and typically provide physical, informational and emotional support to a pregnant mother and baby

City of Milwaukee Board of Health Nominations

The City of Milwaukee is seeking nominations for the Board of Health

City of Milwaukee Health Department Welcomes New Health Communications Officer

"I’m elated that Dr. Diamond Hanson is our new Health Communications Officer."

Council Committee strongly backs creation of city Board of Health

The full Common Council is scheduled to take action on the legislation when it meets on Tuesday, February 5 at 9 a.m. in the third floor Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions as Temperatures Drop

Cold temperatures and wind chills predicted, residents reminded to take seasonal precautions

Council approves legislation concerning the Milwaukee Health Department’s lead reporting processes and water filter distribution plans

"The health, safety and well-being of Milwaukee’s residents are our highest priorities, especially concerning our children."

City of Milwaukee Health Department Offers Free Flu Vaccines

Health officials issue reminder that it’s not too late to get vaccinated

City of Milwaukee Health Department Launches K2 Public Awareness Campaign

Campaign efforts highlight the dangers of K2, or synthetic marijuana

Mayor Barrett again neglects basic responsibilities

His failure to appoint a new Emergency Government Coordinator leaves him out of compliance with State law

Final report released by Heroin, Opioid and Cocaine Task Force

News release and report from Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Food grading system decision ignores wishes of Milwaukee consumers, business owners

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy - November 29, 2018

American Heart Association commends Common Council for attempting to lay groundwork to expand healthy food access

The organization calls for a veto override

Businesses and officials: Keep Milwaukee’s popular food grading system

State board poised to eliminate popular grading system for food establishments; news conference set for Monday

League of Women Voters – Nov. 17 Public Program Addressing Lead Issues: A Milwaukee Focus

According to the Milwaukee Health Department, the primary sources of elevated blood lead levels in children are lead-based paint and leaded household dust, found in buildings built before 1978.

Letter from Pres. Hamilton to Ald. Zielinski

"So, as your leader, I ask that you excuse yourself from the table where the hard decisions are being made or I, by God’s will, will excuse you…again."

Citizens deserve to hear from Bevan Baker in public proceeding

Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 22, 2018

City’s Office of Violence Prevention Partners with Community Campaign to Call for an End to Gun Violence

Campaign efforts promote pride and peace throughout the Milwaukee community; empower residents

Mayor Barrett’s Treatment of Dr. Patricia McManus Disgraceful

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - October 18, 2018

Pension Overpayment Eases Pain in 2019 City of Milwaukee Budget

The report also analyzes increased investment in lead abatement programs and services in the proposed budget.

Milwaukee’s Young Children Need to Be the Focus

Statement from Alderman Borkowski - September 24, 2018

New Health Advisory Committee can spike citizen participation and engagement on critical issues

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - September 18, 2018

City of Milwaukee Continues to See Hospitalizations Related to K2

Health officials urge residents to stop using K2 or other synthetic cannabinoids

City of Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention Takes Community Approach to End Violence in Milwaukee

Community-led safety strategy sessions to take action against a deadly August

Clinic nurses need to be able to provide critically important care, services

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey - August 15, 2018

Commissioner McManus did the absolute right thing

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - August 10, 2018

Eight dead in eight days – What Milwaukee needs to do to turn things around but won’t

The carnage continues as countless shootings have devastating impact on neighborhoods

City of Milwaukee Health Department Reports Mosquitos Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Health official remind county residents to take precaution to prevent mosquito bites this summer

Severe Bleeding Cases Linked to K2 Rapidly Rise in Milwaukee

Health officials issue warning to the public about the dangers of synthetic cannabinoids

Community Organizations to receive over $8.1 Million from City of Milwaukee’s Community Development Block Grant

Funding to be allocated for housing and economic development amongst other services

Aldermen urge further interviews in Health Department investigation

News release from Alderman Bob Donovan and Alderman Mark A. Borkowski

Council approves creation of special deputy health commissioner position

News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski

City of Milwaukee Health Department Laboratory to Offer Garden Soil Screening to the Public for Lead and Nutrients

Residents are reminded of lead in soil hazards and encouraged to get soil screened for upcoming gardening season

Mayor Barrett Supports Sexual Assault Awareness Campaign

Annual display of jeans will line Wisconsin Avenue to raise awareness for sexual assault

City resources are available for sexually transmitted diseases

"The easiest way to stop the spread of STDs is to know your status."

From Dr. Patricia McManus: Comments clarified

Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - February 9, 2018

Comments by newly appointed interim Health Department commissioner troubling

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy - February 9, 2018

Alderwoman Lewis congratulates Dr. McManus on new appointment

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - February 7, 2018

FLAC Calls on Common Council to Confirm Dr. Patricia McManus as Interim Health Commissioner

The lead water public health crisis our community is suffering from requires the knowledge and leadership of someone more independent like Dr. McManus to steer the health department away from this chaos.

Silence is Complicity – If You See Something, Please Say Something

We will soon move to prohibit any city work rule that would punish or prohibit whistleblowing.

Gag Order for Health Department Employees Lifted by Mayor

I am pleased that Mayor Barrett rescinded the policy, because whether in writing or not it is a culture that has existed for years in city government.

Resolution Aims to Take Down Milwaukee Health Department’s Restrictive Communication Policy

This resolution will prohibit any policy which aims to stifle whistle-blowers.

Common Council Alerts At-Risk Populations of Lead Risks After City of Milwaukee Health Department Fails to Notify Public

"If the public’s health is not the highest priority in this community, please tell me what is?"

Key Details Missing from the Mayor’s Account of Lead Testing Crisis

He has not provided me with information about how many 7th District residents are affected by the notification errors.

What We Really Need: Answers

The Council needs answers and more importantly, the public needs answers.