Wisconsin Public Health Association

01/26/2026

Calling all Wisconsin nurses.

Nurses Day at the Capitol takes place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in Madison. This event provides nurses with the opportunity to engage directly with lawmakers and advocate for issues that impact nursing practice, patient care, and the healthcare system in Wisconsin.

Learn more and register:
https://www.wisconsinnurses.org/?event=2026-nurses-day-at-the-capitol

01/22/2026

PSW is hiring! 📣
We’re looking for a part-time Outreach & Implementation Systems Coordinator to strengthen scalable outreach programs, support compliant implementation, and grow community-aligned partnerships across Wisconsin.

Great fit for someone who loves:
✅ Systems + process improvement
✅ Coordinating multi-site initiatives
✅ Healthcare outreach/community health/operations work
✅ Clear writing for varied audiences (including reporting)
✅ Building relationships across organizations

Apply by Feb. 11, 2026: Send a letter of interest + resume to info@pswi.org
See full job description: www.wpha.org/networking/apply_now.aspx?view=2&id=1029811

01/22/2026

🌍 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡!
Oneida County Health Department is hiring a Full-Time LTE Epidemiologist (grant-funded through 12/31/2027).

This role serves a 15-county region across northern Wisconsin and focuses on disease surveillance, data analysis, and community health improvement.

🧠 What You’ll Do:
• Lead regional epidemiologic surveillance & data analysis
• Support Community Health Assessments (CHA)
• Build dashboards, reports & shared data systems
• Assist with outbreak response & emergency preparedness
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Provide training & technical support to local health departments

📍 Position Details:
• Hybrid schedule (remote + in-person work across the region)
• 40 hours/week
• Travel throughout service area required

🎓 Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 3+ years applied epi experience desired
• Strong data, communication & collaboration skills
• Valid WI Driver’s License required

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
• Make a meaningful regional impact
• Work with advanced data systems & real-world public health challenges
• Competitive pay + benefits + flexible hybrid schedule

📬 How to Apply:
Get the full job description & application at 👉 www.oneidacountywi.gov

Submit your application + resume/transcripts by mail or email:
📧 klpayne@oneidacountywi.gov

📮 Oneida County LRES, P.O. Box 400, Rhinelander, WI 54501

01/19/2026

Read today's WPHA President's Message from our Incoming President, Geeta Wadhwani

https://www.wpha.org/news/718339/WPHA-Incoming-Presidents-Message.htm

01/19/2026

We launched a statewide Call to Action to advance policies that protect clean air, safe water, and a healthy climate for all Wisconsinites. Several health professional organizations have already signed on, including the Wisconsin Medical Society, Public Health Association, Wisconsin Environmental Health Network (WEHN), American College of Physicians - Wisconsin Chapter, and several others.

Though our professional societies endorse our work, individual support is incredibly important! No matter your role in healthcare or public health, if you haven’t signed-on yet, please join us in calling for urgent, practical climate action to save lives. We are over half-way to our goal of 500 individual sign-ons. Help get us the rest of the way there to show Wisconsin policymakers that health professionals care about these issues. Please also share this with your network for their support.

Sign here: www.healthyclimatewi.org/call-to-action

01/16/2026

Stand Up for Climate & Health on February 10!
Join public health and healthcare professionals to discuss urgent policy solutions to tackle climate change as a public health crisis. Wisconsin legislators need to hear your story and concerns. Let’s work together for clean air and a healthier future. No training is needed ahead of time. On the day of, we’ll walk you through current policies, how to talk to officials, and then we’ll practice as we enjoy a meal together.

Register now for Climate and Health Advocacy Day on February 10th to make your voice heard! https://www.healthyclimatewi.org/events/climate-health-advocacy-day-at-the-capitol

Public Health Association

01/16/2026

Wisconsin is just one of two states in the nation that doesn't have expanded Medicaid coverage for new moms. We have to change that.

We should extend postpartum coverage from just a lousy 60 days to a full 12 months. It’s what best for our kids—and moms and families, too.

01/15/2026

Organizational Member News!: Rudolph Johnson named new director of the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene

Rudolph (Rudy) Johnson, a toxicologist with national leadership experience in emergency response and measuring human exposure to toxic substances, became the new director of the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene on Nov. 17.

Dr. Johnson is a toxicologist with national leadership experience in emergency response and measuring human exposure to toxic substances. He joined the WSLH from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, where he served as director of the military exposures research program since 2023. His career experiences have included leading national laboratory preparedness initiatives and public health programs focused on toxic substance exposure research and testing, analytical chemistry and laboratory modernization.

Read more about Dr. Johnson here: https://www.slh.wisc.edu/rudolph-johnson-to-become-next-director-of-the-wisconsin-state-laboratory-of-hygiene/

01/15/2026

Yesterday, WPHA & WALHDAB members made their way to the state capitol to testify in support of SB 192, relating to Fatality Review Teams in the Senate Committee on Health!

If you are looking for more information on FRT, check out the post this week: https://www.wpha.org/news/717846/

Comprehensive Injury Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin Rock County Wisconsin Public Health Wood County Health Department

Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara Senator Patrick Testin

01/12/2026

Job posting is still available! Consider joining the WPHA & WALHDAB team!

Today's featured job! Work with state public health associations as a project manager! This position will work on workforce related initiatives and support policy in Wisconsin's public health workforce.

https://tinyurl.com/4xt4h92b

01/04/2026

Join our members-only Policy Hour on Jan 22nd @ 11 a.m.! 💡 Connect with colleagues, hear policy updates, and share your insights. This quarter: meet our lobbyists, learn about policy 101, and discuss h**p resources & current issues. Your voice matters! 🗣️

Now's the best time to join WPHA for the year and take advantage of these opportunities (members, be sure to sign in!)
https://www.wpha.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2022838

01/03/2026

Join the Wisconsin Public Health Association again in 2026 as we continue advancing a strong, diverse, and inclusive public health workforce. We are seeking dynamic presenters and trainers to lead a virtual learning series focused on building practical skills for working in inclusive environments and strengthening the public health career pipeline through a racial equity lens. This series will support public health professionals at all stages as we work together to shape a more equitable future for public health in Wisconsin.

A budget for honorarium will be provided upon selection and agreement. More information and submission guidelines here!: https://www.wpha.org/news/717368/Call-for-Session-Proposals-Racial-Equity-Series.htm