Fight the Bite!
It's that time of year again, the ticks are coming out! Follow these easy steps to protect yourself from ticks while enjoying Wisconsin's nature:
- Wear clothes that cover any bare skin.
- Use repellent that contains 20% or more DEET.
- Check for ticks at the end of each day and make sure to change your clothes and take a shower as soon as possible after being outdoors.
- Lastly, avoid taking short cuts through thick brush and grass.
Photo linked to Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Tick Prevention.
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Spring Flooding
Each year, more deaths occur because of flooding than any other storm related hazard. Extended periods of rainfall, or the combination of moderate to heavy rain and melting snow causes rivers, streams, and lakes to rise. Snow melt with rain can also cause floods away from waterways. Ice jams occur during spring break up. Large chunks of ice create a dam as the ice piles up. The water level can rise several feet in just a few minutes and spill onto roads.
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Here are some tips to save your life from flooding:
- Never drive, walk, and swim through a flooded roadway. Turn Around, Don’t Drown
- Stay off bridges over fast-moving water
- Do not pass by barricades
- Stay inside your car if you are trapped in rapidly moving water. Get on the roof if water is rising inside the car.
No Menthol Sunday
No Menthol Sunday is held on May 18, 2025 this year. Groups across Wisconsin are gearing up to observe this annual day and host events for the 11th year, engaging faith leaders and congregants, community organizations, elected officials and others to raise awareness about the impact of menthol and other flavored tobacco products, such as vapes, on health.
No Menthol Sunday is an excellent time for people who smoke to begin a new quit journey. We invite tobacco users to seek resources they need to succeed. If you smoke and are ready to quit, call 1-800-QUIT NOW (784-8669), text READY to 34191 or chat online if you are ready to quit.
Check out our Facebook page for local upcoming events related to No Menthol Sunday.
Photo linked to FCHD Facebook page.
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State Budget/JFC Hearings
The State’s Joint Finance Committee (JFC) recently announced the details for listening sessions pertaining to the 2025-2027 state budget.
The dates and locations are as follows:
- Wed., April 2, at Kaukauna High School, 1701 County Road CE, Kaukauna, WI 54130
- Fri., April 4, at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center, 640 S. 84th St., West Allis, WI 53214
- Mon., April 28, at Hayward High School, 10320 N. Greenwood Lane, Hayward, WI 54843
- Tues., April 29, at Northcentral Technical College, 1000 W. Campus Drive, Wausau, WI 54401
All four of the listening sessions will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees will be required to fill out a form upon arrival to be added to the queue to testify.
State leaders and JFC members encourages everyone in the state to take advantage of this opportunity to share your priorities for the upcoming biennial budget. Public feedback is vital to the budget process.
Those who are unable to attend any of the listening sessions can still have their voices heard by visiting the JFC online portal or by sending an email to budget.comments@legis.wi.gov. All comments will be circulated to the full committee.
May 5 is World Hand Hygiene Day!
April is Oral Health Month
Dental care is important because it helps prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems. This serves as a reminder that oral health not only contributes to a beautiful smile but also to overall well-being and quality of life. Through education and outreach, the goal is to empower people to take proactive steps towards achieving and maintaining optimal oral health.
Many Fond du Lac residents, especially children, lack regular dental visits due to cost, distance, and a shortage of providers. The consequences are evident – high rates of tooth decay, untreated dental pain, and preventable oral health issues affecting overall well-being. The Fond du Lac Health Department recognizes the growing need for accessible dental care.
The Save a Smile Dental program, part of the Fond du Lac County Health Department, helps to bring access to dental care locally. Fond du Lac County has two dental chairs to provide dental cleanings, identify when referrals need to be made, and most importantly patient and parental education that can impact the existence of preventable oral health issues. One of the biggest impacts is teaching proper brushing and flossing techniques because oral health care at home is the number one defense against tooth decay.
All About WIC - Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
What is the purpose of WIC?
The purpose of the special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children
(WIC) is to promote and maintain the health and well-being of nutritionally at-risk pregnant,
breastfeeding, and postpartum women as well as infants and children (under age 5).
WIC provides supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition and breastfeeding information, and
referrals to other health and nutrition services. WIC also promotes and supports
breastfeeding.
How can families sign up for WIC?
- Apply for WIC Here: wicvendorwi.gov
- Call the WIC office at 920-929-3104
- Apply in person.
Beach Monitoring - it's almost swimming season!
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, Fond du Lac County Health Department tests the water
quality of Wolf Beach for high levels of E. coli bacteria to protect the health and safety of
swimmers. Beaches may be open, under advisory, or closed based on the level of bacteria.
If a water test is concerning, the beach will close for swimming until levels of E. coli bacteria
go down.
While E. coli is normally found in bodies of water, elevated levels can pose health risks.
Symptoms such as upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, headache and fever can result from
exposure to disease causing organisms in lake water. Infections of the eye, ear, and throat,
alongside more severe illnesses, may occur.
Keep an eye out for signs above indicating E.coli test results: Green for safe, yellow for
caution, red for closed.
 Before heading to the beach, remember these tips:
- Check the water conditions before diving in.
- Avoid swimming after heavy rain, as bacteria levels can spike.
- Do not touch blue-green algae blooms, which can make the water look green, blue-green, reddish-purple, or brown and may make it murky.
- Stay out of the water if beach closure or water quality advisory signs are present;
keep pets out of the water too.
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