Washburn County Health Department

09/02/2026

WashCo Wellness: Eat the Rainbow Challenge
Our FREE challenge this month focuses on eating a variety of fruits and vegetables! Just in time for the seasonal harvest, we encourage everyone to create healthy eating habits in your home by offering a variety of colors! Can you Eat the Rainbow this month?
At the end of September, submit your results at www.healthywashco.org/events for a chance to win a prize! 🎉
More information is available at HealthyWashCo.org. Deadline to enter is October 4, 2026.
Simple Actions. Stronger Living. Healthier Together. 💚

08/31/2026

In 2025, approximately 70,000 people in the United States died from drug overdose. Each person was loved, valued, and missed.

This , we honor them through remembrance, compassion, and evidence-based action.
https://bit.ly/3U0adRS

08/24/2026

With the new school year about to begin, keep safety in mind around bus stops.
✅ Kids should be waiting at least 10 feet from the bus .
✅ Drivers must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus with flashing red warning lights.
✅ Stay alert, particularly in school zones and near bus stops.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/eYBj50ZCwrY

With the new school year about to begin, keep safety in mind around bus stops.

✅ Kids should be waiting at least 10 feet from the bus .
✅ Drivers must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus with flashing red warning lights.
✅ Stay alert, particularly in school zones and near bus stops.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/eYBj50ZCwrY

08/18/2026

With cases increasing – you may be wondering if you need a booster.
➡ Check your vaccine status and ask your health care provider: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/wir.htm
➡ More about measles in Wisconsin: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/measles.htm

With cases increasing, up from two on Tuesday to 15 confirmed and six probable as of last night – you may be wondering if you need a booster.
➡ Check your vaccine status and ask your health care provider: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/wir.htm
➡ More about measles in Wisconsin: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/measles.htm

08/14/2026

The Washburn County Area Humane Society is hosting a vaccine clinic!
Register for the clinic to secure your spot! 🐾
https://www.wcahs.com/vaccine-clinic.html

We are hosting another Vaccine Clinic!
Register for the clinic to secure your spot! 🐾
https://www.wcahs.com/vaccine-clinic.html
3 yr vaccinations can be given with a valid proof of previous rabies vaccination. In order to get a 3 year vaccine you MUST provide proof of previous Rabies vaccination that is unexpired OR within 2 months of the expiration date!

08/14/2026

The Well Badger Resource Center provides free, confidential health information and referrals to people throughout Wisconsin.

Health care coverage and services, children and youth with special health care needs, pregnancy and parenting help, and more. If you have questions, Well Badger’s mission is to find you an answer.

Connect with them through phone, text, and chat! Learn more: www.wellbadger.org

08/13/2026

RECALL EXPANDED:
Two products sold in Wisconsin have been recalled in connection with a multistate outbreak. Check your fridge for Taylor Fresh Foods Pico De Gallo. Don’t eat – throw away or return to the store where you purchased.
➡ Details: dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm

08/12/2026

Confirmed cases of in Iowa and Lafayette counties – the third and fourth cases in Wisconsin so far this year.

Public health is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed. We believe the exposures happened in our state, but at this time, no public exposure locations have been identified.

➡ Get details: dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/081126.htm

➡ Two doses of the measles vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing the disease. We urge you to check your vaccination status: dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/wir.htm

07/30/2026

Parents of children with special health care needs! We know navigating the health care system isn't always easy. Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children's Resource Network guides can help you find your way.
➡ Call toll-free 877-WiscWay
➡ Log on to dhs.wisconsin.gov/wiscway

07/27/2026

The risk of a shark attack is rare. The risk of prediabetes? About 2 in 5 U.S. adults.
Prediabetes usually has no symptoms, but knowing your risk is the first step toward preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes.
Make healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes by:
• Eating healthier
• Being more physically active
• Losing weight if recommended
What you can do today: Take CDC's 1-minute Prediabetes Risk Test at DoIHavePrediabetes.org and talk with your doctor if you're at risk.