Department of Health Services

Defying Federal Advisors, Wisconsin Reaffirms Support of Hepatitis B Vaccine

CDC advisory committee voted last week to end recommendation of a universal birth dose.

Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037

Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.

New State Program Will Hand Out $10 Million for Violence Prevention

Evers directing $10 million in federal funds to local governments, schools, nonprofits.

Evers Vetoes Bill Barring Medicaid Payments to Undocumented Immigrants

State law already prevents this, Evers says, while making 8 other vetoes.

Officials Call On Feds — Don’t Take Away Food Aid

SNAP pause and future cuts to it in 'One Big Beautiful Bill' hurt people, they warn.

Senate Passes Bills to Eliminate 400-Year Veto, Redefine Abortion

And a bipartisan bill that bars health care for undocumented immigrants.

MPS Buildings Cleared of Lead-Paint Risks after 10-Plus Months of Work

All Affected Schools Now Meet or Exceed Standards

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $185 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

DHS Continues to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccine Dose within 24 Hours of Birth

Health officials reviewed safety and effectiveness of hepatitis B vaccine, issuing guidance to parents, clinicians

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce More Than $159 Million to Ensure Clean, Safe Drinking Water for Wisconsinites in 29 Municipalities

Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan “Bradyn’s Law” to Create New Crime for Extortion

DNR Announces New Online Tool To Help Private Well Owners Interpret Water Test Results