Department of Health Services

Rate of Syphilis in Wisconsin 2.5 Times Higher Than in 2019

Decreasing from 2002 peak but still high, with a hike in babies born with syphilis.

Grand Opening Held For New Coggs Building

County officials, community celebrate new human services building in King Park neighborhood.

Wisconsin No Longer a Leader in Childhood Vaccinations

Percentage of children not getting vaccinated 4 times higher than 25 years ago.

Wisconsin Republicans Support ‘Junk Food’ Ban

Legislators target SNAP spending on candy, soda, inspired by RFK Jr.'s campaign.

Federal Budget Bill Cuts $314M in Food Assistance to Wisconsin

'Big beautiful bill' slashes SNAP, which serves an eighth of Wisconsin residents.

County Opens New Coggs Building

Department of Health and Human Services moving into new headquarters.

Coalition of Wisconsin Business Leaders Support the Price Transparency for Patients Act

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Continues to Recommend Current COVID-19 Vaccine to Protect Against Severe Illness

Gov. Evers, DHS Continue Administration’s Efforts to Combat Lead Poisoning Statewide with Permanent Rule

Rule continues governor’s efforts during 2025 Year of The Kid to ensure clean, safe drinking water for kids and families, get lead hazards out of service lines, homes, and schools

DHS Highlights Impact of Federal SNAP Changes on Wisconsinites

Proposed changes to SNAP will cost taxpayers $314 million per year and put 90,000 people at risk of losing benefits

Wisconsin Ranks Number ONE in the Nation During Spring Drug Take Back Collection

DHS Campaign Increases Awareness of Wisconsin’s Aging and Disability Resource Centers

New toll-free phone hotline and resource directory make finding resources and services easier statewide