It’s National Thrift Shop Day! The more you upcycle your clothes and home items, the less waste ends up in our landfills. Watch this video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=Bhi7S0…

Did you know that blue-green algae blooms have look-alikes? Learn the difference and when in doubt, stay out! Learn more about blue-green algae: dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p…

Heads up, it's our recipe of the week: fruit salad! 💐 The Lake Street Farmers Market is TOMORROW (Tuesday) from 11:30am-3:30pm at the corner of Lake Street and 2nd Avenue. 🟠 More info: market.echealthdepartment.org

📰 NEWS RELEASE: You're invited to a free Narcan training and overdose prevention workshop on Wednesday, Aug. 28 in Eau Claire. The workshop is behind held a few days before International Overdose Awareness Day on Aug. 31. ➡️ Read more: eauclairewi.gov/home/showpubli…

The Lake Street Farmers Market at the Eau Claire County Government Center is now OPEN until 3:30 pm today 🌻🥕🍅🍞 Stop by and support local vendors! For more information, visit market.echealthdepartment.org.

Thank you to Heidi, our WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, for all she does to support breastfeeding! She is passionate about connecting with moms and being there to support their breastfeeding goals. About our WIC breastfeeding support and classes: wic.echealthdepartment.org

1 in 5 Americans develop skin cancer in their lifetime! Unprotected exposure to UV radiation is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer. Learn how to read the UV index Scale today to help you enjoy the sun while reducing your skin cancer risk. enviro.epa.gov/envirofacts/uv….

Temperatures are rising!🥵Keep your cool and prevent heat-related illnesses. Remember to check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone. For more tips, visit cdc.gov/disasters/extr…!

#BlackBreastfeedingWeek With WIC, you'll have a supportive community throughout your breastfeeding experience. We offer personalized support and resources like the peer breastfeeding counselor program. 💖 Contact your local WIC agency to learn more. ℹ️ wicmomstrong.com

Today's heat index could reach 109°F! 🥵 Stay safe by staying hydrated, indoors, and dressing lightly. Avoid strenuous activities and be prepared for possible thunderstorms tonight. Take advantage of free rides on Eau Claire Transit to stay cool while traveling. #StayCool

Check out our recipe of the week: guacamole! 🥑 Want to sample the recipe? The Lake Street Farmers Market is TOMORROW (Tuesday) from 11:30am-3:30pm at the corner of Lake Street and 2nd Avenue. 👆More info: market.echealthdepartment.org🥑

It's your last chance to register—learn how to use Narcan and how to help reduce overdoses in our community. The free community workshop is happening TOMORROW! 🟢 5:30-7 pm at The Community Table in Eau Claire 🟢 Register by today, Tuesday, August 27: bit.ly/opioidworkshop…

📰NEWS RELEASE: A recent increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases has been identified in Eau Claire County. Whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory illness that can last for a long time. READ MORE: eauclairewi.gov/home/showpubli…

📰 NEWS RELEASE: The Health Department is offering discounted well water testing September 9-19. 🏡 Private well users can get their water tested for nitrate, bacteria, and more at a discounted price at the department this September. 👆eauclairewi.gov/home/showpubli…

On this International #OverdoseAwarenessDay, we: 🔵Remember those we’ve lost from overdose 🔵Encourage substance use disorder support and recovery 🔵Continue the fight to end overdose by sharing prevention strategies #IOAD2023 #EndOverdose Learn more: cdc.gov/stopoverdose/i…

Swimming in blue-green algae can cause coughing, itchy & red skin, headache, diarrhea, & vomiting. If the surface of the water is discolored, scummy, or like pea soup, don’t swim! Call 608-266-1120 or visit surveygizmo.com/s3/3649314/Har… to report algae blooms & related illnesses.

👀Check out our new piece of outreach! Pet bandanas! 🐾 Not only does this serve as a reminder to check your pets for ticks, but it also can help repel ticks and mosquitoes.

All septic systems in the State of Wisconsin are required to be maintained by being inspected and/or pumped on a regular maintenance schedule. 💩 Here are a few good reasons why! ✅ For more information, visit powts.echealthdepartment.org.

It’s #NationalReadABookDay! Of course we’ve found ourselves stuck in a book—we’ve got no shelf control.😆Check out some of our public health faves! 📖

#SuicidePreventionMonth is a time for connection. Learn how you can #BeThere for the people you care about and help prevent #suicide: bit.ly/3PT2U7r #SPM23 #BeThe1To