Manitowoc County Health Department

10/15/2026

On , encourage people to make handwashing with soap and water a healthy habit. Remind them that washing hands at key times during the day helps keep everyone safe from illnesses.
https://www.cdc.gov/clean-hands/data-research/facts-stats/

10/14/2026

The nastiest creations aren’t the ones you have to chase through the mountains into the Arctic; they are the ones that grow in food.

Review basic food safety before you create a monster!
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/nutrition/safety.htm

10/13/2026

Today we want to congratulate our Health Educator, Lexi Otis, on receiving the Barbara A. Lange Award at the Wisconsin Health Educator Network (WHEN) Annual Meeting on October 7, 2026! 🎉

This award recognizes leadership and dedication to health education, prevention, and improving the health of Wisconsin communities. Lexi was nominated by state partners, with overwhelming support from local organizations.

We are especially proud of Lexi’s commitment to building partnerships, connecting people with resources, and turning ideas into meaningful action.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

10/12/2026

Don’t miss out on a spooktacular Halloween! Get your seasonal flu shot ahead of time, and check if you need any other boosters.

Find your records and recommendations on the Wisconsin Immunization Registry: https://www.dhfswir.org/PR/clientSearch.do?language=en

10/06/2026

It’s been a booming year for ticks, and they won’t go away until the freezing weather arrives. Whether you are out hunting, working outdoors, or hiking in the woods, remember to fight the bite. This season, learn more here https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/bite-prevention.htm

10/05/2026

This 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲, let’s make sure fewer chairs are left empty. Meningococcal meningitis can strike suddenly, changing or ending a healthy person’s life within hours. Each empty chair represents someone lost — and families forever changed.

Make sure your teen is up to date on the vaccines that help prevent meningitis. Contact your child’s medical provider or your local public health department to check their immunization status.

10/02/2026

Today is the day!
🎉👶 Calling all expecting parents and families with a little one under age 3- this celebration is for YOU! 👶🎉

🎉👶 Calling all expecting parents and families with a little one under age 3- this celebration is for YOU! 👶🎉

Join us for a free event filled with:
✨ Fun in the kids play zone
📸 Family photos to capture sweet memories
🎁 Exciting raffle prizes & giveaways
📚 Free books for your little learners
🤝 Resources & support for growing families on topics such as potty training, breastfeeding, and safe sleep
🧸Free items donated by the community including diapers, wipes, clothes- while supplies last

Find More information at https://healthiestmanitowoc.org/

A special thank you to our Library Level Sponsors Fox Communities Credit Union, Emplify Health by Bellin, Froedtert Holy Family Memorial, Rotary Club of Two Rivers and Storybook Level Sponsor Bullard Children's Dentistry for helping us make this event possible!

09/28/2026

It's World Rabies Day! Check out this great message from another health department.

🌎🐾 World Rabies Day 2026 🐾🌎

Rabies is preventable, and protecting our community starts with awareness! In recognition of World Rabies Day, remember to keep your pets’ rabies vaccinations up to date and avoid contact with bats, wildlife, and unfamiliar stray animals.

🦇 Never handle bats or wildlife with your bare hands.
💉 Keep your pets current on their rabies vaccinations.
🐾 Teach children not to approach or feed unfamiliar or wild animals.

Protect your pets. Protect your family. Protect our community. 💙🐶🐱

09/23/2026

Protecting your skin is an important part of staying healthy on and off the job. Explore cancer prevention resources to learn how to protect your skin, recognize the warning signs of skin cancer, and know when to get screened.

09/22/2026

Wildfire smoke can affect air quality and put agricultural workers at risk for serious health effects. Knowing how to monitor air quality, recognize symptoms, and protect yourself can make a difference.

Watch the video to learn more:

This video will help agricultural producers identify how wildfire s...