DHS Accepting Applications for Home and Community-Based Services Grants Supporting Quality and Innovation
DHS Accepting Applications for Home and Community-Based Services Grants Supporting Quality and Innovation The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has opened applications for $15 million in grant funding to support Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS). HCBS help older adults or those who have disabilities live independently in their community. This is the second time Medicaid HCBS providers and agencies in Wisconsin are eligible to apply for between $25,000 to $1 million in grant funding. DHS will select projects that strengthen the HCBS system and support quality and...(see release)JenniferC.MillerFe...
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 27, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
DHS Expands Free COVID-19 Testing Program
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announces that Wisconsin households can now get two free at-home COVID-19 self-test kits every month through the Say Yes! COVID Test website. Each test kit includes five rapid antigen tests, for a total of 10 self-tests. Self-testing allows for quick results to help people make decisions about their health to prevent spreading the virus to others and protect the health of their community. “It's important that we continue to provide equitable...(see release)Elizabeth.GoodsittFebruary 9, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 9, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: Elizabeth.Goodsitt Source Type: news
New Multimedia Campaign Focuses on 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
New Multimedia Campaign Focuses on 988 Suicide& Crisis Lifeline Following Gov. Evers ’ declaration that 2023 is the Year of Mental Health, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that the implementation of the 988 Suicide& Crisis Lifeline in Wisconsin is moving to its next phase —a year-long multimedia campaign to ensure all state residents know this free and confidential service is here to support people experiencing a suicidal, mental health, or substance use crisis. In the State of the State address last month, Gov. Evers...(see release)Elizabeth.GoodsittFebruary 8, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 9, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: Elizabeth.Goodsitt Source Type: news
DHS Launches New Campaign to Reinforce the Age 21 Tobacco Law
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has launched a public education campaign with one simple message: 21 is the minimum legal sales age for tobacco and vape products – no matter what. The campaign’s importance is underscored by recent Synar Surveys, the annual statewide assessments of the retailer violation rate for underage sale of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, or vapes. In 2022, the rate at which retailers sold tobacco and nicotine products t o underage purchasers was...(see release)Elizabeth.GoodsittFebruary 8, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 8, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: Elizabeth.Goodsitt Source Type: news
DHS Monitoring Increase in Toxic Shock Syndrome Cases
Since July 2022, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received five reports of toxic shock syndrome (TSS), with four cases associated with super absorbency tampon use by teenage females. No deaths have been reported. TSS is a serious illness caused by bacteria that can produce toxins. In a typical year, Wisconsin sees zero to one TSS cases. The last confirmed TSS case in the state was in 2011. “Toxic shock syndrome can progress rapidly leading to complications such as shock...(see release)JenniferC.MillerFebruary 6, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 6, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
DHS Releases Plan to Improve Health and Well-Being of Wisconsinites
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today released its 2023-2027 State Health Improvement Plan. This five-year roadmap for improving health and well-being for all Wisconsinites summarizes priority areas in order to guide action, alignment, and collaboration across the state ’s public health system and local partners, plans, and initiatives. "Every person in every community across Wisconsin deserves the opportunity to live their best life, and to do that communities must be able to...(see release)JenniferC.MillerFebruary 2, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 2, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
DHS Announces Immunization Updates for Children in Child Care Centers and Schools
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has announced updates to the immunizations needed for children in child care centers and schools. The changes include updated requirements related to meningitis and whooping cough immunizations, and that past chickenpox infection must be documented by a qualified medical professional. There is no change to existing exemption options for medical, religious, or philosophical reasons. Seasonal flu vaccination or COVID-19 vaccination are not required...(see release)JenniferC.MillerFebruary 1, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - February 1, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
Governor ’s Health Equity Council Releases Full Report
Today, the Governor’s Health Equity Council released its full report “Building a Better Wisconsin: Investing in the Health and Well-being of Wisconsinites” that includes descriptions of each recommendation. Established under Gov. Tony Evers’ E xecutive Order #17, the council was charged with creating a comprehensive plan to achieve long-lasting and equitable health outcomes for all Wisconsinites. In April, Council Chairperson Gina Green-Harris and Vice-Chairperson Dr. Michelle Robinson released...(see release)Elizabeth.GoodsittJanuary 27, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 27, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: Elizabeth.Goodsitt Source Type: news
El DHS busca ideas para los $8 millones de los fondos del acuerdo sobre opioides
El Department of Health Services (DHS) de Wisconsin est á pidiendo al público que comparta sus ideas sobre cómo utilizar una segunda ronda de los fondos del acuerdo sobre opioides para proporcionar orientación sobre dónde se deben utilizar los fondos para reducir los daños asociados con el trastorno por uso de opioides (opioid use disorder). Aproxi madamente $8 millones estarán disponibles para apoyar proyectos y programas existentes o nuevos en comunidades de todo Wisconsin. Las personas pueden...(see release)JenniferC.MillerJanuary 27, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 27, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
El DHS busca ideas para los $8 millones de los fondos del acuerdo sobre opioides
El Department of Health Services (DHS) de Wisconsin est á pidiendo al público que comparta sus ideas sobre cómo utilizar una segunda ronda de los fondos del acuerdo sobre opioides para proporcionar orientación sobre dónde se deben utilizar los fondos para reducir los daños asociados con el trastorno por uso de opioides (opioid use disorder). Aproxi madamente $8 millones estarán disponibles para apoyar proyectos y programas existentes o nuevos en comunidades de todo Wisconsin. Las personas pueden...(see release) (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 27, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: millejcodn Source Type: news
DHS Seeks Ideas for $8 Million in Opioid Settlement Funds
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is asking the public to share thoughts on how to use a second round of opioid settlement funds to provide guidance on where money should be spent to reduce harms associated with opioid use disorder. Approximately $8 million will be available to support existing or new projects and programs in communities across Wisconsin. People can make their recommendations in a survey starting today through February 17, 2023. The survey is available in English...(see release)Claire.YunkerJanuary 26, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 26, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: Claire.Yunker Source Type: news
DHS Seeks Ideas for $8 Million in Opioid Settlement Funds
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is asking the public to share thoughts on how to use a second round of opioid settlement funds to provide guidance on where money should be spent to reduce harms associated with opioid use disorder. Approximately $8 million will be available to support existing or new projects and programs in communities across Wisconsin. People can make their recommendations in a survey starting today through February 17, 2023. The survey is available in...(see release) (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 25, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: millejcodn Source Type: news
Federal Government Ends Extra FoodShare Benefits for Wisconsin Households in February 2023
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, passed by Congress in late December, ends a federal program that has been providing additional benefits to households enrolled in Wisconsin ’s FoodShare program. FoodShare households have been receiving the maximum amount for their household size or $95, whichever is more. In recent months, an average of approximately $80 million has been distributed monthly to help almost 400,000 households across our state struggling to afford food. This also...(see release)JenniferC.MillerJanuary 12, 2023 (Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - January 12, 2023 Category: Hospital Management Authors: JenniferC.Miller Source Type: news
