Health Minute: 'Trapped Teens: A Human Trafficking Story'

"Georgie’s 'owner' decided to branch out. He liked the extra money coming in. He would send her to the local truck stop"

Mental Health Task Force Receives Grant From National Council For Behavioral Health

With only 5 of 250 grants awarded, the MHTF feels very fortunate

Wisconsin Food, Nutrition Programs Will Continue Despite Federal Government Shutdown

FoodShare members will receive February benefits this month

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This week's great deals from Economart!

Healthy Minute: E-Cigarettes And Vapes And JUULs, Oh My!

Is there a difference between e-cigarettes and JUULs?

Health Dept. Issues Public Health Advisory On E-Cigarette Use By Wisconsin Youth

Tobacco Prevention And Control Program: E-Cigarette Public Health Advisory

Prescription Opioids Can Be Addictive And Dangerous

"...if these drugs are prescribed by my doctor, why should I be concerned?”

Healthy Minute: 'New Year Reflection'

Quitting any kind of addiction is difficult but not impossible

Healthy Minute: Managing Holiday Stress

The holiday season often brings unwelcome guests — stress and depression.

Polk United Launches Community Health Needs Assessment

Polk United is asking county residents to complete a health needs survey

More Jennie-O Turkey Recalled After Deadly Salmonella Outbreak

Another 82 tons of raw turkey recalled

Recall: Organic Butter Recalled For Possible Listeria Contamination

Minnesota, Wisconsin among states product was distributed

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Healthy Minute: Fight the Flu

Ways to avoid getting and spreading the flu

Del Monte Recalls Canned Fiesta Corn

Recall of Canned Fiesta Corn Seasoned with Red & Green Peppers Due to Under Processing

DHS Issues Public Health Alert to Local Health Officials About Suspected Opioid Activity

Alerts Let Communities Know When To Reinforce Local Response To The Opioid Crisis

Healthy Minute: Don’t Do It Alone

Prolonged Isolation Can Have Serious Health Consequences

Update On Multistate Outbreak Of E. Coli Infections Likely Linked To Romaine Lettuce

Analysis of information available through November 30 has not narrowed the potential sources of contaminated romaine lettuce to a specific farm, processor, shipper, or distribution center.

Washburn County Health Dept: It's Not Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot

Healthy Minute: Stress And Relaxation

While a little stress is good for you, too much stress causes our bodies to constantly be in the “flight or fight” mode.

A Quick Minute From Darren Cox, Licensed Mental Health Professional

"No one has ever come into my office and said, 'My marriage is in the tank because all we do is meet each other's needs." If you and your spouse find yourselves as more roommates than lovers, it is time to start asking questions with the goal of creating connection."

Healthy Minute: 4 Healthy Habits That Can Help Keep You Sober

Healthy Minute: When Money Is Tight

Finding ways to stretch your dollars can be challenging but very important, especially so you can choose the foods that benefit your health.