Department of Health Services

Company Must Cull More Than 500,000 Birds After Avian Flu Discovery

It's the second Wisconsin detection of avian flu in a week for Daybreak Foods, the nation's fourth-largest egg producer.

New COVID-19 Vaccines Becoming Widely Available in Wisconsin

More health systems ramping up access to latest vaccine.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

DNR Names Companies Responsible for PFAS Contamination In Northern Wisconsin Community

A site inspection found PFAS levels more than three times those typically seen in soil, groundwater and sediments.

Gorman Near Construction Start On Vliet Street Project

Project would redevelop historic building into 66 affordable housing units.

Despite Attempts, Report Finds Wisconsin Isn’t Doing Enough To Curtail Nitrate Pollution

Farms likely overapplied 16 million pounds of nitrogen in fertilizer in 2022, says new report.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

DHS Reports Increase in Fall-related Emergency Medical Services Calls Statewide

Number of responses increased by 10,000 from 2023 to 2024

How to Test Your Deer for CWD This Hunting Season

South Shore Beach Rehabilitation Project Completed After More Than a Decade of Study and Planning

Gov. Evers Joins Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Keep Healthcare Affordable by Extending ACA’s Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

In a joint letter to U.S. congressional leadership, coalition of 18 governors highlight importance of extending tax credits provided by the Affordable Care Act to help keep premiums low and provide stability for millions of working families

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’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

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

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 Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute

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

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 

Green Bay Area Ducks Contaminated with ‘Forever Chemicals’

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

DNR and DHS Issue New PFAS-based Consumption Advisory for Ducks Harvested on Green Bay

DNR and DHS Issue New PFAS-based Consumption Advisories for Fish and Deer Near town of Stella and Surrounding Waterbodies in Oneida County

Wisconsin Women in Government Announces Board Members and Executive Committee

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.

Rep. Fitzgerald Fact-checks Governor Evers- Top 5 False Claims About the One Big Beautiful Bill

ECCHO Celebrates Civic Health Month With Grassroots Leadership Across Wisconsin

14 People in NE Wisconsin Have Been Infected With Measles

An outbreak in Oconto County. Most of those infected were not vaccinated.

State Warns of Possible Measles Exposure at Truck Stops

Traveler to Wisconsin may have exposed people to measles.

Possible Measles Exposures in Wisconsin from Out-of-State Traveler

DHS sharing public locations, asking residents to watch for symptoms and check their vaccine status

Gov. Evers Wraps Up Statewide Tour Highlighting Bipartisan State Budget Investments to Support Access to Affordable Healthcare in Midst of Reckless Republican Cuts

Governor discusses devastating cuts to Medicaid and food assistance while highlighting bipartisan budget initiatives to support healthcare access statewide

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Over $110 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin 

City Providing Free Measles Vaccines

Cases of highly-contagious measles recorded in Oconto, Wisconsin.

Amid Falling Vaccination Rates GOP Bill Pushes Exemptions

Bill requires waiver forms be given to parents with health forms schools give them.

How Are State’s Local Governments Spending Opioid Settlement Payouts?

Milwaukee County seen as national model for transparency.

New DHS Data Show School Year Vaccination Rates Held Steady for 2024-2025 School Year

Parents are urged to get children protected before the new school year starts

Wisconsin Sees First Measles Cases, 9 Confirmed in Oconto County

Cases reported nationally hit their highest level in 33 years in July.

DHS Confirms First Cases of Measles in Wisconsin This Year

No known public exposure identified, overall risk to the public is low

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget

Governor releases list of impacts Trump Administration’s budget will have on Wisconsin’s seniors, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and workforce

Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Favorite Obsession

She's death on 'unelected bureaucrats." What's that all about?

Mosquitos in Milwaukee Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Health officials urge Wisconsinites to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

AG Kaul Sues Trump Administration for Blocking Medicaid Funding to Planned Parenthood

Wisconsin’s Cross-Agency Collaboration Supports Progress for Workers with Disabilities

2025 Joint Report Highlights Career Pathways, Equity, and Wages

First Confirmed West Nile Virus Activity Found in Wisconsin This Year

DHS urges everyone to protect themselves from mosquito bites

State’s First Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program Launches

Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages

New Report Details Post-Roe Abortions in Wisconsin

Three years after Roe v. Wade was struck down, a dramatic shift in the number of abortions has taken place.

Older Adults Account for 20% of Wisconsin’s Suicides

Older men have highest rate. Experts discuss possible causes and solutions.

Wisconsin Has Lost $2.6 Billion From Not Expanding Medicaid

And under new federal rules Wisconsin will still lose out compared to other states.

DHS Celebrates 15th Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Smoke-Free Indoor Air Law

The law limits secondhand smoke indoors and supports prevention efforts

Bipartisan Budget Deal Gets Mixed Reviews From Wisconsin Legislators

A 'step in the right direction' or a 'little sad' and 'unacceptable'?

Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills Advancing Nuclear Energy Innovation in Wisconsin

Governor signs four additional bills filling gaps to ensure kids in crisis can get the close-to-home care they need, strengthening support for statewide child advocacy centers, and supporting workplace safety for local police and fire

Gov. Evers Approves Bill to Support Lead Service Line Replacement in Superior

Act 8 would allow private water utility in Superior to utilize federal funding for lead service line replacement

Lawmakers Release Funds for Literacy But Delay Much of State Budget

Joint Finance Committee can't decide funding for UW system, Medicaid, child care.

MPS Plans Lead Remediation at 40 Schools This Summer

At least 106 MPS schools are believed to contain lead hazards.

Measles Will Likely Arrive in Wisconsin

Wisconsin's vaccination rate has declined and every neighboring state has seen cases.

Bipartisan Bill Expands Alternatives to Prison for People with Mental Illness

'It works because you don’t see repeat involvement in the criminal justice system.'

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.

WEC Mails Postcards to Inactive Voters

Grand Opening Held For New Coggs Building

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

County Opens New Coggs Building

Department of Health and Human Services moving into new headquarters.

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

Advocates Say Proposed Medicaid Changes Would Reduce Number of People With Health Coverage, Raise Costs

Republicans in Congress want to implement an 80-hour work requirement, delay changes that would make it easier to maintain coverage.

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

Governor’s Interagency Council on Mental Health Seeks Public Input

Council is creating a statewide action plan to improve the mental health of Wisconsinites

GOP Lawmakers Not Worried About Federal Funding Cuts

They should be, Democrats warn. Evers suggests setting aside $500 million fund.

Medicaid Cuts Won’t Save Money, Will Worsen Health Care

State health agency assesses the effects on Medicaid of federal funding cuts.

DHS Highlights Impact of Federal Budget Cuts on Wisconsin Medicaid Members

Congressional proposals likely to shift costs to Wisconsin, slash the Medicaid budget, and make services harder to access for working adults

What To Know and How To Keep Kids Safe From Lead Poisoning

More than 4,500 children under age 6 tested positive for lead poisoning in Wisconsin last year. It has no overt symptoms.

Wisconsin Lawmakers Ask Trump To Address Federal Data Sharing Dispute Impacting Veterans

Lawmakers want to use data tool to help veterans connect to benefits.

Drug Take Back Day is April 26

70 Partners in Wisconsin Form Coalition to Promote Climate Action

Announced on Earth Day, seeking community support, solutions to climate change.

Aisha Carr Faces New Felony Charges

Former school board member at center of previous scandals charged with campaign finance violations.

County Wants Public Art For New Coggs Building

County has $100,000 budget, seeking artists for large mural and indoor mobile.

Wisconsin Underage Tobacco and Vape Sales Decreased in 2024

Decrease linked to successful public awareness campaign and actions by communities as public health leaders work to continue this downward trend

Legislature Could Pass Several Budgets

Uncertainty over federal funds could make usual all-inclusive budget impossible.

New Data Show Congenital Syphilis Increasing in Wisconsin while other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Decrease

During STI Awareness Week, DHS highlights importance of access to prevention, testing, and treatment

Bill to Make Medicaid Eligibility Harder Held After Flurry of Opposition

Witnesses testified that current eligibility requirements are already burdensome.

Trump Administration Axed Federal Employees Needed for MPS Lead Crisis

City Health officials sought help from federal experts, only to find they disappeared.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Sheboygan County

New MPS Superintendent Dumps Beleaguered Facilities Director

Top building manager gone as lead crisis drags on.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding New Lawsuit Suing Trump Administration for Recklessly Gutting Over $225 Million in Federal Funding from Health Services in Wisconsin

Three MPS Schools Remain Closed Because of Lead Contamination

Health department working with district on long-term plan, but work drags on at three closed schools.

State Audit Reveals How Wisconsin Relies on Federal Funds

Audit Bureau details $18.6 billion in assistance, and a need for better records in certain areas.

Rep. Taylor Condemns $210 Million Federal Cuts to Wisconsin Health Services

What Exactly Does The Department of Public Instruction Do?

The Underly-Kinser race has brought great attention to a department few understand.

Wisconsin NRB Meeting April 9

French Island Makes Progress on PFAS Pollution

Residents drinking bottled water, awaiting new municipal water system in 2028.

Vaccine Fatigue Causing People to Skip Shots, Wisconsin Experts Say

Only 34% of Wisconsinites got a flu shot this season.

Trump’s Plan To Curtail HIV Prevention Funding Would Hit Wisconsin

Vivent Health stands to lose federal funding under proposal.

Baldwin Votes to Strengthen Penalties, Step Up Enforcement Around Deadly Fentanyl

Baldwin has taken all of government approach to stop the fentanyl crisis, pushing for more border security, support for state and local communities, and increased access to Narcan

Spring Break Travel + Low Measles Vaccination Rate Puts Wisconsin at Risk

As measles spreads rapidly in states like Texas, state health officials say vulnerable to an outbreak