Wisconsin Public Health Association

02/12/2026

WPHA's President, Geeta Wadhwani, joined a broad coalition of agriculture, business, and hunger relief organizations at a press conference in Madison yesterday calling on state lawmakers to act swiftly to protect FoodShare. Recent federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have shifted 75 percent of administrative costs to states, creating a $69.2 million funding need for Wisconsin. Without legislative action before the end of the session, the state could face penalties of up to $205 million and risk disruptions to benefits.

Speakers emphasized that FoodShare is both a critical tool in reducing hunger and a key economic driver for Wisconsin’s agricultural sector, with more than $1 billion in benefits redeemed annually at local grocery retailers. Of course, there is a strong connection between food security and public health, highlighting the importance of stable nutrition assistance programs to support healthy communities and strengthen Wisconsin’s food system.

Find out more here: https://www.wpha.org/news/720150/Press-Conference-held-in-Support-of-SNAP-in-Madison-Yesterday.htm

Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities Feeding Wisconsin Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers Kids Forward

02/10/2026

⚕️WE ARE HIRING!⚕️

🤝Brown County Public Health is looking to add a Public Health Strategist to our team. The position will work with community partners to identify gaps that exist in enhancing the coping skills of youth as a prevention strategy to reduce poor mental health days and substance misuse. This is a limited-term position that will be needed through approximately the end of 2027.

🎓WHAT'S REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field such as public administration, human development, psychology, social work, nursing, education or others; and at least three years of experience in Public Health or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

👉Apply here: https://bit.ly/3NuX2Fh

02/10/2026

Our 2026 conference sponsorship is now open! Special thanks to Patagonia Health who has committed as our sponsor!

Get your registration now for the most recognition time!:

https://www.wpha.org/event/2026PHVendor

02/06/2026

A new study published in Wisconsin Medical Journal explores the lived experiences of rural health officers across 13 Wisconsin counties during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors of the study are many of our members!: Samantha Crowley, MD, MPH; Sarah D. Hohl, MPH, PhD; Hazel Behling; John Eich; Gary D. Gilmore, MPH, PhD, MCHES; Jonathan Temte, MD, PhD

Find out more and read the article:

Putting Out Fires: The Experiences of Wisconsin Rural Health Officers During the COVID-19 Pandemic A new study published in WMJ explores the lived experiences of rural health officers across 13 Wisconsin counties during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through in-depth interviews, authors highlight the immens...

02/06/2026

WPHA & WALHDAB members have been out getting to know the various candidates for Governor over the last few months. Other visits and meet ups happening to get to know their priorities this year!
Wisconsin State Representative Francesca Hong Mandela Barnes

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

We know there is SO much great work in public health - let's celebrate it! It's time to submit a nomination for a WPHA Award! This is your opportunity to lift up your staff, partners, and coalition members for the great work they have done and continue to do for public health and our communities!

For a nomination to be considered for 2026, the deadline for submission is Friday, April 3rd, 2026. We will host an awards celebration of public health at the Annual Conference at the Wilderness Resort, on Wednesday evening. Alternative arrangements may be considered once details are finalized.

More information located here:

https://www.wpha.org/page/awards

02/05/2026

📣 You’re invited! 📣

Join us for UNITY FOR IMMUNITY: Protecting Our Communities Through Immunization—our biennial symposium brings together vaccine advocates, healthcare professionals, and community partners from across Northeast Wisconsin.

Network, learn, and strengthen our collective impact on community health

👉 Registration link will be posted in the comments and below!👈
https://bit.ly/3ZDSvTT

02/05/2026

Welcome to our new Organizational Member of WPHA, Impact Community Planning Group! They are a Small Consultant Firm dedicated to supporting public health departments, coalitions, and agencies in the implementation of effective, science-based approaches to improve health.

Find out more information here: https://www.impactcommunityplanning.com/

02/05/2026

Join us on Monday, 2/9 at 9:30AM for a special live Q&A with Healthfirst CEO Dr. Jessica Scharfenberg!

We will be answering questions, providing expert insights on reproductive health, and playing some party style games!

If you would like to have your questions answered anonymously, follow this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_h2XwGPOQK3mfxoC5P-2pkZv2Voh9B8gKqFQeLSioNZ_bwQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104809624284623378492

01/31/2026

Upheaval of federal immunization recommendations — and a fissure between those guidelines and what healthcare providers suggest — could create confusion and undermine vaccine access, says the past chair of a vaccine advisory committee.

01/30/2026

The 2026 Call for Posters for the WI conference is now open!

Find out more and submit your abstract here!: https://form.jotform.com/260015693666158