Portage County Division of Public Health

06/05/2026

🪳Headed outside? The backyard and backwoods are both tick territory this time of year. Protect yourself, your pets, and your kids from tick bites. Learn about tick-related diseases at: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/index.htm

06/04/2026

☠️ Poisonings don’t take vacations! Whether you’re at home or on a summer getaway, stay safe and keep the Wisconsin Poison Center number handy: 1-800-222-1222. Fast, free, confidential help is available 24/7—wherever you are.

06/02/2026

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 💜🧠

Your brain health matters at every age. Take a step toward better wellness by learning more about memory, cognitive health, and preventive care with Noble Community Clinics providers in Beaver Dam, Friendship, Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Stevens Point, Wautoma, and West Bend.

The right care, the right way.
Noble Community Clinics | 1.800.942.5330

06/02/2026

🌞Here comes the sun! 🌞 Our bodies need time to adjust when the weather warms up. Ease into warm weather at work and play. Hydrate, seek shade, avoid peak heat, and check on others to . Find more tips at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/heat.htm.

06/01/2026

Even though the semester's over at UWSP, our social work intern James is still keeping regular hours over the summer. (Thanks, James!)
His summer hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11am to 5pm. Patrons can also book time with him through the Meeting Room Reservations page on our website. Contact us or James for more information.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 Pride is about celebrating the sense of community we feel when everyone knows they belong. No one should be afraid to be themselves. Find resources to keep your LGBTQ+ friends and family healthy here: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/lgbthealth/index.htm

05/30/2026

Each year when the school year ends, many teens will take their first steps into the workplace. Work is a great way to learn, but only when it’s safe. Before they start work, be sure to talk to them about working safely! Learn more:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p00990.pdf

05/29/2026

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support

05/28/2026