Public Health
Waukesha County Public Health
A division of Health and Human Services
Our mission is to champion innovating programs and partnerships to foster optimal health and well-being for our community.
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Public Health and Environmental Health: Working Together to Serve Waukesha County
Waukesha County Public Health and Environmental Health work closely together to protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of County residents. While the two programs often address related community health topics, they are administered through different County departments:
- Public Health is part of Waukesha County Health and Human Services.
- Environmental Health is part of the Waukesha County Parks and Land Use System.
This distinction can sometimes make it difficult to know which program to contact. The information below provides quick links to commonly requested services and directs you to the County department or partner agency best equipped to assist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can help with mold, rental housing concerns, or bed bugs?
For information about mold, rental housing concerns, bed bugs, and other human health hazards, visit Environmental Health: Human Health Hazards.
How do I obtain a food license?
Food licensing information is available through Environmental Health: Food and Recreational Licensing.
Where can I have my water tested?
Information about private well water testing and laboratory services is available through Environmental Health: Private Well Water Quality and Laboratory Services.
What should I do if I have been bitten by an animal?
For information on animal bites and rabies-related concerns, visit Environmental Health: Animal Bites.
How do I report a food concern?
Submit a concern using the County’s Food Concern Report Form.
How can I find health inspection information?
Search inspection information through HealthSpace.
Where can I get help with FoodShare, BadgerCare, Medicaid, or Medicare?
For public-assistance programs and economic support, visit Waukesha County Economic Support.
How do I obtain a birth certificate?
Birth certificates are handled by the Waukesha County Register of Deeds.
How do I report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult?
For concerns involving adults ages 18–59 with a disability or adults age 60 and older, contact Adult Protective Services.
What senior nutrition programs are available?
Information about meal programs and nutrition services for older adults is available through Senior Nutrition Programs.
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