Department of Health Services

Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

Move comes as federal FDA ends support of vaccines for most people.

Gov. Evers Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute

Supreme Court ended their power to block administrative rules, he insists.

Green Bay Area Ducks Contaminated with ‘Forever Chemicals’

Warnings by state agencies to limit consumption given high levels of PFAS.

Veterans Say Klein Hall Gave Them a New Life

Now the Chippewa Falls facility closing after Republican legislators cut funding.

Governor’s Office Estimates Trump Megabill Will Cost State $284 Million

Up to 270,000 could lose health insurance and 43,700 lose food assistance.

Despite 2024 Decline, Algae Blooms Still On Long-Term Upward Trend

About 62% of blooms reported so far this year have been dangerous blue-green algae.

DHS Continues to Recommend the Covid-19 Vaccine for All Wisconsinites 6 Months and Older

Statewide medical order makes it easier for Wisconsinites to get the vaccine

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order to Ensure Access to Vaccines in Wisconsin

After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe

Gov. Evers Celebrates Grand Opening of New Critical Access Hospital in Park Falls

Park Falls project received $20 million through governor’s Healthcare Infrastructure Capital Grant Program to expand access to healthcare in rural Wisconsin

DHS Distributes Free Xylazine Test Strips, Renews Statewide Naloxone Standing Order for Pharmacies

Efforts part of a commitment to drug overdose protection

Grant County Horse Confirmed With West Nile Virus

Gov. Evers Shares Video Message Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month, Encourages Wisconsinites to Take Care of Themselves and Each Other