We hope you had a great Thanksgiving holiday! We wanted to put some helpful info in one spot in case you’re feeling a little under the weather. Ready more on the blog: tinyurl.com/3b9jsa94

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Calling all violence prevention organizations! Apply now for funding to help support your agency’s violence prevention efforts in Dane County. Learn how this money benefits the community: tinyurl.com/d6vswa3a

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Vape sales to underage buyers is climbing in Wisconsin. According to newly-released data from WIDeptHealthServices, underage tobacco and vape sales are up 140% since 2019. It appears confusion over federal vs. state law may be partly to blame.

Learn the laws: wpr.org/underage-purch…

It’s not too late to get your flu shot! Spending a couple minutes getting the vaccine can save you from days of missing work, fun, and holidays.

Find a vaccine near you: vaccines.gov

Half of adults are taking precautions for COVID this winter, according to the most recent Kaiser Family Foundation survey.

Wondering what you can do? Read our latest blog about the winter holidays: tinyurl.com/ycch4de2

Vision Zero is a data-driven strategy intended to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries on all roadways, bikeways, and sidewalks. Madison has made significant progress in projects designed to make the city safer to travel.

Read the Nov newsletter: tinyurl.com/4z387s2z

If you’re feeling sick or were exposed to COVID at a holiday gathering, we’ve got you covered! Here’s a rundown of what to do: publichealthmdc.com/sick

Have a safe and healthy Thanksgiving!

Our offices and clinics are closed Thursday and Friday in observance of the holiday.

Just a reminder our offices and clinics are closed Thursday and Friday in celebration of Thanksgiving, but our website is open 24/7! publichealthmdc.com

Perfect timing ahead of the holidays! Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order an additional 4 free at-⁠home tests. If you did not order tests this fall, you may place two orders for a total of 8 tests.

covidtests.gov

LISTERIA OUTBREAK: 11 people sick in 7 states. Check your kitchen, including your refrigerator and freezer, for any recalled whole peaches, nectarines, and plums. Don’t eat them. Throw them away or return them: bit.ly/3R7c7MB

Today marks Transgender Day of Remembrance. We honor and miss the beautiful people whose lives were taken from them in acts of anti-trans bigotry and violence.

NEW SALMONELLA OUTBREAK: 43 people sick in 15 states. Several brands of whole and pre-cut cantaloupe are recalled. Check for recalled products. Throw them away or return them: bit.ly/3R3jswt

The weekend before Thanksgiving is primetime to prep for the family festivities.

We have a few things to add to your checklist to make sure you celebrate the holiday safely: tinyurl.com/ycch4de2

Our Respiratory Illness Dashboard was updated today! Respiratory illnesses are on the rise, especially RSV (in young children) and the flu (among everyone).

See the dashboard and learn how to keep yourself safe: publichealthmdc.com/data

Want more childcare in South Madison, & more trained #childcare workers everywhere? City of Madison, Wisconsin & Madison College are helping make that happen. We’re pleased to announce the City is transferring land to madisoncollegesouth for a childcare facility & training. ow.ly/feQb50Q8wPI

Nancy Drew or the Hardy Boys can tell you that sometimes the answer to your mystery is in plain sight. That was the case with a recent illegal dumping mystery…

Read how on the blog: tinyurl.com/yj3jaeyp

One way to celebrate #TransAwarenessWeek is to support shows and movies written by, directed by, and showcasing members of the trans community. This article is a great place to start: tinyurl.com/4r75w29h

Today marks the first day of Trans Awareness Week! Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting resources to raise the visibility of transgender people and the issues members of the community face.