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 October - December 2025

Upcoming FCHD and WIC office closures:

• Thursday, October 2nd - For All-Staff Training 
• Thursday, November 27th - Thanksgiving Holiday
• Friday, November 28th - Thanksgiving Holiday 
• Wednesday, December 24th - Christmas Eve Holiday
• Thursday, December 25th - Christmas Day Holiday

Program Spotlight - Support Staff

Our Support Staff are the first friendly, welcoming smiles you see at the front desk of the Health Department, the kind voices behind the phone, and the steady organizers behind the scenes. Their teamwork and dedication keep our department moving forward every day. We’re grateful for all they do to make our community and our department feel supported! Thank you for all you do!!!

Pictured left to right:

Dani Page (Office Manager), Pam Bartoli, Patty Mohr, and Nichole Holzmann. 

Community Health & Prevention

Transportation Guide

To offer a simple way to find local transportation options, the Healthcare Access Action Team created a transportation guide to be housed on the Fond du Lac County Health Department (FCHD) website. Community members can explore a full list of transportation services available in Fond du Lac County by visiting the FCHD website here. The resource guide is also available in Spanish. 

This effort is part of the 2025-2027 Community Health Improvement Plan, which highlights Healthcare Access as a priority area. Reliable transportation is often a barrier for many individuals seeking medical appointments, pharmacy visits, or other essential health services. Learn more here!

Clean Out Your Cabinets on Drug Take Back Day - October 25

It’s time to gather up those unused or expired medications! On Saturday, October 25, Fond du Lac County will join communities across the nation for Drug Take Back Day. This is a day to focus on safely disposing of prescription and over-the-counter medications you no longer need—keeping them out of the wrong hands and protecting our environment.

Drop-off is quick and free at participating locations throughout the county. Accepted items include pills, capsules, pet medications, and liquids in their original containers (no needles, sharps, or inhalers).

A small action—like cleaning out your medicine cabinet—can make a big difference for our community.

Public Health Nursing

Flu Vaccine Clinic for Children and Teens 

The Health Department is offering free flu vaccines for children ages 6 months through 19 years on Thursday, October 30, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at 160 S. Macy St., 3rd floor. Appointments are required (call 920-929-3085). 

Adults looking for their annual flu vaccine should visit www.vaccines.gov to find options near you or check with your local health provider or pharmacy.

2025-2026 School Required Vaccines

For entry to kindergarten through 7th grade, students need:

• 4 doses of polio vaccine
• 4 doses of DTaP/DTP/DT/TD
• 3 doses of hepatitis B
• 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox)
• 2 doses of MMR
• 1 Tdap at 7th grade
• 1 MenACWY-containing vaccine at 7th grade

For entry to 12th grade, students need:

• 1 MenACWY-containing booster (2nd dose in series)

School required vaccines are available at FCHD for children who are eligible. Call 920-929-3085 to learn more and schedule an appointment! 

If you are in need of any of the vaccines listed above, give us a call at 920-929-3085 or visit our website to learn more

Emergency Preparedness

This year daylight saving time is Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. When it’s time to change your clocks, check your preparedness safety kit. It’s a great time of year to make sure your emergency stockpile is not missing any essential items and that any food you have in there has not passed its expiration date. Store your safety kit in a location that is safe of falling objects, flood water, extreme heat and cold or any other potential threat posed by disasters in your area. Have all your supplies in a backpack or duffel bag for easy transporting if you need to leave your home. Here are 10 essential items you should have in your emergency safety kit. Three-day supply of water, with one gallon of water per person per day Three-day supply of non-perishable foods Manual can opener First-Aid kit Radio and blankets Flashlight and lanterns Batteries Whistle to signal for help Prescription medications Battery-operated or solar cellphone charger

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) -

Changes to Food Packages 

Starting September 29th, WIC food packages updated to better support your family's health, preferences, and nutrition needs. These updates happen every 10 years, and are based on the latest science and USDA requirements.  $3 total will be added for fresh fruits and vegetables, juice will no longer be included. (There is an option to add 1 container of juice back and forfeit the $3).  Pregnant, breastfeeding/postpartum women will receive more whole grains. (The children's whole grain allowance will decrease slightly).  Cheese, tofu, or more yogurt may be substituted for milk.  Canned fish will be added to the benefits of all participants' that are under 12 months old.  Canned, fresh, or frozen fruits and vegetables are available in the infant food package at 6 months old.  Beans, peanut butter, or tofu may be substituted for eggs.

In August, during National Breastfeeding Month, our WIC Program was honored with the USDA WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence – Premiere. This recognition celebrates the outstanding efforts of our WIC team in supporting and encouraging breastfeeding families throughout our community. We are proud of their dedication and the difference they make every day! 💜 Learn more about breastfeeding support here!

Environmental Health - Rabies Education 

Rabies is a serious viral disease that attacks the central nervous system and is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. The virus spreads through the saliva of infected animals, most often from bites.

Who is at risk?
All mammals can get rabies—including humans. In Wisconsin, skunks and bats are the most common carriers.

When to seek care:
If you’ve been bitten or scratched by wildlife or an unfamiliar animal, it’s important to take action right away. Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water, and contact a healthcare or public health professional immediately to assess your risk and discuss next steps.

Protect yourself and your pets:
Avoiding contact with wild or stray animals, and knowing when to seek medical help are the great ways to prevent rabies. The best way to protect yourself and your pets is by vaccinating your pets! This keeps them safe, protects your family, and helps keep our community healthy.

From our work family to yours - Happy Holidays! We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday season.

Don't forget to watch out for foodborne illnesses when prepping your holiday meals...

Learn more here! 

Fond du Lac County Health Department

160 S Macy St., Fond du Lac, WI 54935

www.fdlco.wi.gov 

920-929-3085