Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department

Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department Our mission is to provide community assessment, education, and collaborative health interventions for all who live, work, and play in our counties. Main St.

333 E Washington St, Ste 1100
West Bend, WI 53095
262-335-4462
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

121 W. Room #246
Port Washington, WI 53074
262-284-8170
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Swimming this summer? Watch out for swimmer's itch!Swimmer’s itch is an itchy rash caused by microscopic parasites in so...
06/08/2026

Swimming this summer? Watch out for swimmer's itch!

Swimmer’s itch is an itchy rash caused by microscopic parasites in some lakes and ponds. It’s not contagious or dangerous, but it can be uncomfortable.

For more information, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/swimmers-itch/about/index.html

Join us for the Washington Ozaukee Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity Coalition meeting this Thursday. This coali...
06/07/2026

Join us for the Washington Ozaukee Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity Coalition meeting this Thursday. This coalition supports the 2026-2028 Community Health Improvement Plan. To view the CHIP report, visit: https://shorturl.at/ySZMH

Thank you to everyone who participated in Drug Take Back Day! Every pound collected makes a difference in keeping our fa...
06/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in Drug Take Back Day! Every pound collected makes a difference in keeping our families and communities safer!

A special thank you to all of the volunteers and partners who helped make this event possible — we couldn’t do it without your support and dedication to community health and safety.

Missed this event? Mark your calendars for our next Drug Take Back Day on October 25! More details will be shared closer to the event.

06/05/2026

*UPDATED QR CODE*

🌟 NEW Teen Support Group in Washington County! 🌟

Elevate Community Resource Center and NAMI Washington County are partnering to offer EmpowerMEnt! — a supportive space for teens ages 13–17 to connect, learn, and build resilience together. 💙

This free drop-in group helps youth:
✔ Build healthy coping tools
✔ Strengthen resilience and confidence
✔ Learn honest information about substance use
✔ Understand risks and decision-making
✔ Connect with peers in a supportive environment

🗓 Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month
⏰ 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
📍 279 S. 17th Ave, Suite 7, West Bend, WI

Through conversation, education, and evidence-informed interventions, teens can find encouragement, hope, and support while making choices today for a better tomorrow.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or contact:
Kayla Doege: (262) 357-4369
Maggie Reed: (262) 665-7779

It's Pet Preparedness month! Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your famil...
06/04/2026

It's Pet Preparedness month! Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind: make a plan, build an emergency kit, and stay informed.

For additional information, visit: https://www.ready.gov/pets

Today is Heat Awareness Day in Wisconsin, a reminder to stay safe during hot weather.Heat-related illness can happen qui...
06/03/2026

Today is Heat Awareness Day in Wisconsin, a reminder to stay safe during hot weather.

Heat-related illness can happen quickly — especially for children, older adults, and pets.

- Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even for a few minutes.
- Always check the back seat before locking your car.
- Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning during hot weather.

For more information, visit: https://shorturl.at/pCdGs

Poor air quality conditions are expected in southeast Wisconsin today, particularly for sensitive groups. An Air Quality...
06/03/2026

Poor air quality conditions are expected in southeast Wisconsin today, particularly for sensitive groups. An Air Quality Alert is in effect between 12 PM and 11 PM for southeastern counties. Be sure to take breaks if spending prolonged amounts of time outside.

Your voice matters!Complete a short survey about vaccines and be entered for a chance to receive a $10 gift card. Winner...
06/03/2026

Your voice matters!

Complete a short survey about vaccines and be entered for a chance to receive a $10 gift card. Winners will be selected and notified in October.

Your feedback will help shape education and communication efforts in our community.

Take the survey today and share your thoughts! https://wophd.readyop.com/fs/4cZ4/b1411608

The health department offers Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification/recertification and education classes. First Aid...
06/02/2026

The health department offers Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification/recertification and education classes. First Aid, Stop the Bleed and Narcan training is also included.

For more information, visit: https://wophd.readyop.com/fs/4cVn/5aa5f9dc

Want to learn how to save a life? Join us for a free, hands-on naloxone training and learn how to identify and respond t...
06/01/2026

Want to learn how to save a life? Join us for a free, hands-on naloxone training and learn how to identify and respond to an opioid overdose. No medical experience needed. Be the difference in an emergency.

Don't forget to register for this event by tomorrow, June 2nd: https://wophd.readyop.com/fs/4cVp/fbd1e0ee

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