Watertown Department of Public Health

09/07/2026

Our office will be closed Monday,
September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
We will re-open Tuesday at 8 AM.

Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo. Volveremos a abrir el martes 8 de Septiembre a las 8 de la mañana.

09/06/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will re-open Tuesday at 8 AM.

Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo. Volveremos a abrir el martes 8 de Septiembre a las 8 de la mañana.

09/05/2026

It’s “Preptember,” also known as Emergency Preparedness Month. Don’t be the person running to the store when a storm is coming -- be the person who stocks up ahead of time and has solid emergency plans. Read more here: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/preparedness/whatyoucando.htm

09/04/2026

It’s National Wildlife Day; a perfect time to enjoy Wisconsin’s many creatures from a safe and respectful distance. If you see a sick wild animal, don’t touch it yourself. can help you find local rehabilitators. Learn more about stopping the spread of diseases from animals: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/disease/zoonotic.htm

09/03/2026

Hosting a summer celebration? Keep food safety on the menu.

Hot foods should stay hot (>140°F) 🔥, and cold foods should stay cold (

09/03/2026

Did you know that a child’s ability to learn is affected by their physical and mental health? Help your kiddo head to the honor roll by learning more about preventive care: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/parents/index.htm

09/02/2026

There are 5 steps to making an emergency plan.📓

1️⃣ Know your risks. Learn what emergencies can happen in your area.
2️⃣ Make a meeting place. Choose a safe location where your family can meet.
3️⃣ Choose an emergency contact. Pick someone everyone can call if you are separated.
4️⃣ Plan how to leave. Know the safest way to leave your home or area.
5️⃣ Practice the plan. Practice your plan so everyone knows what to do.

09/01/2026

Watertown Seal A Smile is pleased to announce that it will be providing in-school services to students in the Watertown Unified School District during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Parents of students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, 9th, and 10th grades are invited to register their children for this complimentary program. Please scan the QR codes for additional information and to enroll your student.

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

DHS Celebrates Breastfeeding Awareness Month with Partnership, National Recognition
Partnership expands resources for military families, builds on WIC program's successful breastfeeding initiatives
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month by highlighting a partnership that expands breastfeeding support for Wisconsin families and recognizes progress of the state's breastfeeding initiatives.
The partnership between the Wisconsin Army National Guard's Parenthood, Pregnancy, and Postpartum (P3) program and Wisconsin's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) has gained national interest as a model for supporting military families during pregnancy, postpartum, and early childhood. Through the partnership, WIC and P3 are strengthening referrals to WIC so eligible military families can access nutrition education, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and other services during critical stages of pregnancy and early childhood.
"Wisconsin is committed to meeting families where they are and building systems that support healthy pregnancies, healthy children, and strong families," said Paula Tran, state health officer and administrator of the Division of Public Health. "Military families face unique situations. By working together, we can ensure they have the resources, support, and services they need to thrive."

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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month by highlighting a partnership that expands breastfeeding support for Wisconsin families and recognizes progress of the state's breastfeeding initiatives.