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linkhttps://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/ calendar_today04-05-2011 16:53:17

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Your oral health is important to your well-being and quality of life. So, brush your #teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, #floss daily, see your #dentist at least once a year, and eat #healthy! Learn more ways to save your #smile at dhs.wisconsin.gov/oral-health/pu… #OralHealth

Your oral health is important to your well-being and quality of life. So, brush your #teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, #floss daily, see your #dentist at least once a year, and eat #healthy! Learn more ways to save your #smile at dhs.wisconsin.gov/oral-health/pu…
#OralHealth
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Help us recognize outstanding work building healthy communities. ▶️ Nominations for the five #awards to be handed out at the Substance Use Prevention Conference: dhs.wisconsin.gov/aoda/preventio… ▶️ Nominations for the Children’s System of Care Champion Award: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8097493/202…

Help us recognize outstanding work building healthy communities.
▶️ Nominations for the five #awards to be handed out at the Substance Use Prevention Conference: dhs.wisconsin.gov/aoda/preventio…
▶️ Nominations for the Children’s System of Care Champion Award: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8097493/202…
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Anyone who uses #opioids can experience an #overdose at any time. When a person survives an opioid overdose, it’s because someone knew what was happening and how to take action. Learn the steps to save a life: dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/overdo…

Anyone who uses #opioids can experience an #overdose at any time. When a person survives an opioid overdose, it’s because someone knew what was happening and how to take action. Learn the steps to save a life: dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/overdo…
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Physical challenges and serious health struggles can affect mental health, too. Although we aren't able to change someone’s illness, we can change how they experience it. Share a meal, take a walk, or just listen—it can make a world of difference. #MentalHealthMatters

Physical challenges and serious health struggles can affect mental health, too. Although we aren't able to change someone’s illness, we can change how they experience it. Share a meal, take a walk, or just listen—it can make a world of difference.
#MentalHealthMatters
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Does your agency provide services that protect and promote the health and safety of people who inject drugs? Grant #funding is available. Apply by June 20: dhs.wisconsin.gov/contracts/inje… #grants #DoseOfRealityWI #RealTalksWI

Does your agency provide services that protect and promote the health and safety of people who inject drugs? Grant #funding is available. Apply by June 20: dhs.wisconsin.gov/contracts/inje… #grants #DoseOfRealityWI #RealTalksWI
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.Wisconsin DNR has issued an orange advisory for some southern counties – with air quality at unhealthy levels for sensitive groups. ➡ People with asthma, older adults, and kids should take extra care: dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm ➡ See the #AQI in your county: airquality.wi.gov/home/map

.<a href="/WDNR/">Wisconsin DNR</a> has issued an orange advisory for some southern counties – with air quality at unhealthy levels for sensitive groups.
➡ People with asthma, older adults, and kids should take extra care: dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm
➡ See the #AQI in your county: airquality.wi.gov/home/map
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#Wildfire smoke from Canada means the #AirQuality advisory's been extended until noon, expected to reach the orange level. So those with asthma, older adults, and kids should take extra care. ➡ More: dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm ➡ See the #AQI in your county: airquality.wi.gov/home/map

#Wildfire smoke from Canada means the #AirQuality advisory's been extended until noon, expected to reach the orange level. So those with asthma, older adults, and kids should take extra care.
➡ More: dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm
➡ See the #AQI in your county: airquality.wi.gov/home/map
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There's an orange-level #air quality #alert until 11:00 p.m. tonight for northern and western counties in #Wisconsin. People with asthma, heart disease, and other conditions that could affect breathing should limit time outside. Learn more at dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm #wiwx #NWS

There's an orange-level #air quality #alert until 11:00 p.m. tonight for northern and western counties in #Wisconsin. People with asthma, heart disease, and other conditions that could affect breathing should limit time outside.
Learn more  at
dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm
#wiwx #NWS
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Who should have real talks about substance use? All of us. Because prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery can all start with a caring #conversation. Help strengthen and protect the people and community around you: dhs.wisconsin.gov/real-talks/ind… #RealTalksWI Attorney General Josh Kaul

Who should have real talks about substance use? All of us. Because prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery can all start with a caring #conversation. Help strengthen and protect the people and community around you: dhs.wisconsin.gov/real-talks/ind… #RealTalksWI <a href="/WisDOJ/">Attorney General Josh Kaul</a>
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Does your child get long-term care services through a program like CLTS or BadgerCare Plus? Don’t forget – their health care is through Medicaid and comes with benefits like HealthCheck! ➡ Learn more: dhs.wi.gov/healthcheck #YearOfTheKid #HealthyKids #WIHealthCheck

Does your child get long-term care services through a program like CLTS or BadgerCare Plus? Don’t forget – their health care is through Medicaid and comes with benefits like HealthCheck!
➡ Learn more: dhs.wi.gov/healthcheck #YearOfTheKid #HealthyKids #WIHealthCheck
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If you're a #dad or #grandpa – or you love one – and you use #tobacco, this #FathersDay is a good day to take steps to quit. Get practical advice to make it happen: dhs.wisconsin.gov/tobacco/treatm…

If you're a #dad or #grandpa – or you love one – and you use #tobacco, this #FathersDay is a good day to take steps to quit. Get practical advice to make it happen: dhs.wisconsin.gov/tobacco/treatm…
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Are you stepping in for dad this #FathersDay? Or is the #grillmaster manning his regular post? Either way, make sure you're grillin' like a pro. Check our #FoodSafety tips before you get the grill going – and enjoy: dhs.wisconsin.gov/nutrition/safe…

Are you stepping in for dad this #FathersDay? Or is the #grillmaster manning his regular post? Either way, make sure you're grillin' like a pro. Check our #FoodSafety tips before you get the grill going – and enjoy: dhs.wisconsin.gov/nutrition/safe…
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Did you spend time with Dad this #FathersDay and notice he seemed forgetful, confused, or had difficulty communicating? These could be signs of #dementia. Get questions answered at your local ADRC (aging and disability resource center): FindMyADRC.org

Did you spend time with Dad this #FathersDay and notice he seemed forgetful, confused, or had difficulty communicating? These could be signs of #dementia. Get questions answered at your local ADRC (aging and disability resource center): FindMyADRC.org
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Thank you to CNAs across Wisconsin. We appreciate the work you do to make sure patients receive safe* and quality health care. Find resources and guidance to keep patients safe at dhs.wisconsin.gov/hai/health-pro… #ProjectFirstlinePartner #cnaweek2025

Thank you to CNAs across Wisconsin. We appreciate the work you do to make sure patients receive safe* and quality health care. Find resources and guidance to keep patients safe at dhs.wisconsin.gov/hai/health-pro…
#ProjectFirstlinePartner #cnaweek2025
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Severe weather is possible across #Wisconsin the next few days so you'll want to pay attention to the forecasts for watches and warnings in your area and in places you may be traveling. #Prepare for storms with these tips dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/storms… #wiwx #NationalWeatherService

Severe weather is possible across #Wisconsin the next few days so you'll want to pay attention to the forecasts for watches and warnings in your area and in places you may be traveling. #Prepare for storms with these tips dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/storms…
#wiwx #NationalWeatherService
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Getting ready to schedule well-child checks at your office? Make sure you’re familiar with all the things HealthCheck and HealthCheck Other Services cover for kids with #Medicaid: forwardhealth.wi.gov/WIPortal/cms/p… #HealthyKids #WIHealthCheck

Getting ready to schedule well-child checks at your office? Make sure you’re familiar with all the things HealthCheck and HealthCheck Other Services cover for kids with #Medicaid: forwardhealth.wi.gov/WIPortal/cms/p… #HealthyKids #WIHealthCheck
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Ahhhh, #summer break. Extra time with your kids—and more chances to be a positive role model! How? By having alcohol-free family fun! Along with having small talks about underage drinking: Start the conversation with these tips dhs.wisconsin.gov/small-talks/in… #summerbreak #Alcohol

Ahhhh, #summer break. Extra time with your kids—and more chances to be a positive role model! How? By having alcohol-free family fun! Along with having small talks about underage drinking: Start the conversation with these tips dhs.wisconsin.gov/small-talks/in…
#summerbreak  #Alcohol
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Have you heard the buzz? #Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. To #FightTheBite remove water twice a week from pots, wheelbarrows, gutters, and more. Make sure any storage containers are covered so mosquitoes can’t get inside. More tips at dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/bite-prev…

Have you heard the buzz? #Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. To #FightTheBite remove water twice a week from pots, wheelbarrows, gutters, and more. Make sure any storage containers are covered so mosquitoes can’t get inside. More tips at dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/bite-prev…
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#Graduations, #weddings, #conferences--there's a lot going on this month. If you recently went to a large event where #food was served and you got sick--report it quick! By letting us know, you may keep others from getting sick too. Report your illness at dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodborne/repo…

#Graduations, #weddings, #conferences--there's a lot going on this month. If you recently went to a large event where #food was served and you got sick--report it quick! By letting us know, you may keep others from getting sick too. Report your illness at dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodborne/repo…
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Temperatures are climbing across #Wisconsin with some parts of the state expecting dangerous #heat this weekend. Keep your cool for your health and safety! Learn how at dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/heat-s… #wiwx #NationalWeatherService #Heatwave

Temperatures are climbing across #Wisconsin with some parts of the state expecting dangerous #heat this weekend. Keep your cool for your health and safety! Learn how at dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/heat-s…
#wiwx #NationalWeatherService #Heatwave