The Langlade County Health Department recently published its 2024 Annual Report highlighting the department’s activities and accomplishments throughout 2024. The report provides a snapshot of Langlade County Health Department’s programs and services as we work to promote the health and wellness for all in Langlade County. We strive to see Langlade County with thriving people, healthy communities and safe environments.

Every year millions of people get the flu. With respiratory illness activity throughout the state at a very high level, the Langlade County Health Department is putting out reminders to help avoid serious illness this season. 

What You Need to Know:

• Levels of flu are very high across Wisconsin and the nation.

• RSV is high particularly for children under the age of 5

January is National Radon Action Month and The Langlade County Health Department is offering community members a $2 off coupon on a short-term radon test kit. Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas that you cannot see, smell, or taste. Over half of the homes tested in Langlade County during 2022 had elevated levels of radon. The best time to test is during the winter months when windows and doors are closed.

The Langlade County Health Department along with the Senior Center of Langlade County are hosting its third annual food drive: Give Hope. Give Love. Give Food. Last year 310 lbs. of food and hygiene products were collected. In Langlade County 19% of children live in poverty and may lack access to healthy foods, according to the County Health Rankings of 2024. Together we can help others in need this holiday season.

As the holiday season approaches, families and friends gather to celebrate with festive meals. Ensuring food safety is key to prevent foodborne illnesses and keep the holiday cheer alive. “While the four steps to food safety---clean, separate, cook and chill are important every day, we should pay close attention to them during the holidays,” says Tammy King, RS, Environmental Health Specialist, Langlade County Health Department. “Food is an important part of many holiday celebrations, so we do not want food related illness to ruin your holiday,” she added.

During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26), the Langlade County Health Department is encouraging all residents take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts, helping children get tested for lead exposure, and checking homes for lead hazards. "There is no safe level of lead," said Jean Turunen, Public Health Nurse "This week serves as a reminder to families to be aware of lead hazards, and to make sure all children are tested."