Department of Health Services

As Flu Season Looms, Two Wisconsin Children Die of Respiratory Illness

DHS confirms one pediatric death from COVID-19 and one from influenza and warns this flu season could be more severe than usual.

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.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Wishing Wisconsinites a Happy Holidays

DHS Confirms First Pediatric Respiratory Illness-Associated Deaths

Encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses to protect against serious illness and spread of disease

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