Community Health and Prevention
Farm to Early Care & Education (ECE)
In June, we supported Farm to ECE by providing hands-on early education at two daycare centers as part of a pilot program. With the support of grant funds, we provided seed starter kits to the daycares to grow radishes, green beans and snap peas. We also provided raised garden beds, gardening supplies and books on how seeds and food grow to support the initiative longer term. Kids were excited to participate in a 'Cucumber Crunch' where we enjoyed a taste test of locally grown, fresh produce!
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The Health Department is a proud partner of the United Way Fond du Lac County Farm to ECE program, F.R.E.S.H Bites, that is connecting little learners to local farms, fresh foods, and hands-on experiences that build healthy habits for life.
Learn more about the program here!
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Pathways to Care
A guide for navigating Fond du Lac County's mental health services in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
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Public Health Nursing
August is National Immunization Month!
Vaccines protect people of all ages. Make it your goal this month to ensure you and your family are up to date on all recommended vaccines.
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Learn more about our Vaccines for Children program and Vaccines for Adults program here or call 920-929-3085 with any questions!
Emergency Preparedness
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Stay Safe during Thunderstorms!
Thunderstorms are dangerous storms that include lightening and can create or cause powerful winds over 50 mph, hail and flash flooding and/or tornados. They are one of the most command natural hazards. Worldwide, there are an estimated 16 million thunderstorms each year, and at any given moment, there are roughly 2,000 thunderstorms in progress with only 10% of them advancing to severe levels.
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What is the difference?
- A Severe Thunderstorm WATCH means that severe weather hasn’t occurred yet, but upcoming weather conditions are expected to produce potentially dangerous weather.
- A Severe Thunderstorm WARNING means severe weather has been observed and dangerous weather is nearby. Serious threat to life or property may occur if appropriate actions are not taken quickly.
It is very important for everyone to know their area’s risk for thunderstorms. Have an emergency plan and practice the plan often to ensure everyone in your household is ready whenever a thunderstorm may occur.
Environmental Health
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Blue Green Algae
Warm weather is here, and for a lot of residents in Fond du Lac County that means it's time for water recreation. Before you go swimming, paddleboarding, or boating, visually check the water for signs of blue-green algae.
Toxins from harmful blue-green algae can sicken people and animals who swallow, touch, or inhale droplets from contaminated water. Blue-green algae blooms often smell bad, look like spilled paint or pea soup, and can turn water green, blue, turquoise, purple, tan, or white. Some form scum or mats on the surface and may remain in place or shift rapidly with wind and currents.
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, to assess and assure water quality of swimming beaches owned and operated by Fond du Lac County, Fond du Lac County Environmental Health team tests Wolf Lake Beach regularly for high E.coli levels.
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What to know
- Know what an algae bloom looks like. Blooms can appear overnight and can vary in size and color.
- What if you go in water experiencing a bloom? Shower immediately with fresh, clean water and monitor for sudden signs of blue-green algae-related illness, such as vomiting, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, cough, sore throat, skin rash, and blistering (especially if lake/river water was ingested).
- Watch where your pets play. If your pet comes into contact with blue-green algae, wash them off immediately with clean water.
- If you wade into water up to your knees and cannot see your feet, the amount of algae could be unsafe. When in doubt, stay out!
If you get sick after swimming in a Wisconsin Lake or River:
Please report it to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services by calling 608-266-1120 or by completing the Harmful Algae Bloom Illness or Sighting Survey.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
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: https://wicfamily.wicvendorwi.org/wic-pre-application-form/DHS
- Call the Fond du Lac County WIC office at 920-929-3104
- Apply in person.
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