Barron County Public Health

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Barron County Public Health Walk in hours for Public Health are 8:30am-11:00am and 1pm-4pm Monday through Friday. please call 715-537-5691 to make an appointment. Peer counselor services.

Barron County Public Health works collaboratively to create home and community environments that promote, protect and improve the health and safety of individuals, families and communities which lead to economic savings and improved quality of life. For family planning services (birth control, pregnancy testing, STI treatment and management, ect..) Programs

Maternal Child Health
Prenatal Care Coordination (PNCC)
Education and case management services for pregnant women. Children with Special Health Care Needs
Case management services for children with health concerns. Car Seat Program
Car seat inspection and education by a certified technician. Cribs for Kids Program
Provide safe sleep education, environment, and pack and plays. Nutrition Services
WIC (Women, Infant, Children)
Provides food and nutrition information to help keep pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children under 5 years of age healthy. Breastfeeding Support
Counseling, support and education for breastfeeding women. General Nutrition Counseling
Registered Dieticians are available for information, education and counseling on a variety of topics. Reproductive Health and Family Planning
Birth Control
Education, information and case management services
Low cost and free birth control methods Emergency contraception

Pregnancy Testing
Pregnancy testing with counseling and referral services

Sexually Transmitted Infections
Education, counseling and testing
Treatment and referral services

Immunizations
Free vaccinations for children 18 years old or younger with Badgercare or Medical assistance, or no medical insurance

Communicable Disease Prevention
Education, counseling and limited testing for a variety of communicable diseases. Domestic Abuse Victim
Advocate Services
Advocacy and referral services for victims of domestic abuse and their families. Wisconsin Well Woman Program
Breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women ages 45-64. Prevention Services
Safe & Stable Families Coalition brings community members together to work on improving the quality of life in Barron County. Find out more at: www.bcssf.com or check out the coalition page on Facebook. Environmental Health
Well Water Testing (private wells)
Free testing for households with pregnant women or children under 1 year of age. Low cost testing kits for everyone. Human Health Hazard
Investigates complaints subject to the provision of the County Human Health Hazard ordinance unsafe housing,
Rabies
Information, testing, and quarantine regarding human exposures to rabies. Licensing
Provides information, licensing, and inspections to hotels, motels, restaurants, swimming pools, campgrounds, bed and breakfasts, tourist rooming houses, tattoo and body piercing establishments. Childhood lead poisoning
Information and case management for children exposed to lead. Radon Testing
Information and low cost test kits to detect radon.


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Loads of Love is looking for volunteers. Can you or your group help?
10/09/2026

Loads of Love is looking for volunteers. Can you or your group help?

For many individuals and families facing financial hardships, the simple task of washing clothes can become a significant burden. "Loads of Love," a program of the Community Connections to Prosperity Coalition, aims to alleviate this stress by providing free laundry services at Clothes Spin Laundry....

You’re not too late to use your Farmers Market checks!Grab your keys, your grocery bags, and get out there! There’s stil...
10/08/2026

You’re not too late to use your Farmers Market checks!
Grab your keys, your grocery bags, and get out there! There’s still time to make the most of your benefits!

Cozy up to your new favorite fall breakfast! 🍎Warm oatmeal topped with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples is the perfect cozy...
10/07/2026

Cozy up to your new favorite fall breakfast! 🍎
Warm oatmeal topped with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples is the perfect cozy breakfast to welcome the fall season.
Pick up fresh apples at your local apple orchard—many accept FMNP benefits.
Check if your local farm stand or orchard accepts WIC FMNP benefits:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/wic/fmnp/index.htm

Fall flavors are here! 🍎🥕🥬Celebrate the season with a colorful Fall Harvest Salad made with some of our favorite seasona...
10/02/2026

Fall flavors are here! 🍎🥕🥬

Celebrate the season with a colorful Fall Harvest Salad made with some of our favorite seasonal produce. Chop up some apples, carrots, squash and kale, toss it all together with your favorite dressing, and you’ve got an easy fall salad! 🥗

Love shopping at the farmers market? Use your WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) benefits this month! The season ends October 31.

A great reminder during National Preparedness Month!
09/28/2026

A great reminder during National Preparedness Month!

There are 3 types of kits, each with a different purpose.

🏠 Home Emergency Kit: Supplies to help you stay safe at home during an emergency.
🎒 Go Bag: Essential items to take with you if you need to leave quickly.
🚗 Vehicle Emergency Kit: Supplies to keep you safe if you are stranded or have an emergency on the road.

The Health Department is sharing this information due to an increase in measles cases throughout the state.Measles is a ...
09/23/2026

The Health Department is sharing this information due to an increase in measles cases throughout the state.

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can spread quickly among people who are not immune. We encourage community members to stay informed about measles symptoms, vaccination recommendations, and steps they can take to help prevent the spread of illness.

Have you ever heard of Wisconsin Wins? WI WINS is a program designed to help prevent underageto***co sales. Learn more a...
09/21/2026

Have you ever heard of Wisconsin Wins?

WI WINS is a program designed to help prevent underage
to***co sales.

Learn more at www.WITobaccoCheck.org.

Remember to use those Farmers Market checks before the season ends!! Make your fall harvest last! 🍂 Stretch your fruits ...
09/21/2026

Remember to use those Farmers Market checks before the season ends!!
Make your fall harvest last! 🍂 Stretch your fruits and veggies with these simple storage tips so your WIC benefits go further:
🍏 Apples: Store in the fridge in a perforated bag.
🥕 Carrots: Remove greens and keep in a sealed container in the fridge.
🥒 Squash: Summer squash stays fresh 3–5 days in the fridge. Winter squash? Keep in a cool, dry spot for up to a month.

This week is asthma peak week.More people go to the hospital for asthma during the third week of September than any othe...
09/16/2026

This week is asthma peak week.

More people go to the hospital for asthma during the third week of September than any other week. Know your triggers, follow your asthma control plan, and have your rescue inhaler ready. Learn more about how to control your asthma at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/asthma/index.htm

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335 E Monroe Avenue Rm 338
Barron, WI
54812

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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