Covering Wisconsin - CWI

02/24/2026

Your child's is precious! Teaching good habits early will protect that smile for years to come. Remind kids to:

Brush their teeth twice a day.
Floss daily.
Drink water and/or use products with fluoride to fight cavities.

Also see a dentist once a year and ask them about dental sealants for added protection.

Get more tips to keep smiles healthy at www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/oral-health/public-resource-center.htm

02/23/2026

Early Head Start is Now Enrolling in Your Neighborhood!

02/19/2026

? In Wisconsin, several three-digit numbers offer help on the other end of the line. What’s the difference between 211, 988, and 911?
Call:
➡ 211 for health and human services resources and information
➡ 988 for mental health and substance use support
➡ 911 for emergencies

02/18/2026

with a Marketplace plan preventive health services, including screenings for cancer, cholesterol, diabetes, and more, are covered at no cost to you? Learn about preventive care under your Marketplace plan: https://go.hc.gov/4ar0Qix

02/17/2026

Healthy communities start with coverage! Get free, local assistance to enroll or renew your health insurance.
Visit Coveringwi.org or call 877-942-6837 to chat with a navigator.

02/16/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month! ❤️Your heart works hard for you every single day, and during pregnancy and postpartum, it’s supporting both you and your little one. Choosing nutritious foods is one of the best ways to take care of your heart.

With WIC, you can get benefits to support you and your little one’s health, such as nutritious foods, healthcare referrals, breastfeeding support, and more! WIC is available to those who are pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months after the end of a pregnancy), or breastfeeding (up to the infant’s first birthday), plus infants and children under age 5.

To learn more about how WIC can support you, visit www.signupwic.com/about.

02/13/2026

In Wisconsin, Black mothers and babies experience significant disparities in maternal and infant health. Supporting healthy pregnancies means more than medical care—it means access to information, resources, and ongoing support.

Well Badger Resource Center is proud to help expectant and new mothers by providing education and referrals to community resources during pregnancy and after birth, helping to support families every step of the way.

Call 800-642-7837 | Text 608-360-938 | Visit www.wellbadger.org

02/13/2026

02/12/2026

You don't have to figure out health insurance alone! Visit www.coveringwi.org/healthinsurancehelp or call 877-942-6837 for free help.

02/11/2026

❤February is Heart Health Month❤
To celebrate heart health, our Health Promotion Disease Prevention team will be in the main lobby of GLIIHC with healthy food tastings, blood pressure checks, and information on how to keep your heart healthy. Join us on Thursday, February 19, 10am - 2pm, to honor your heart health!

02/10/2026

Happy 26th birthday! If you no longer qualify for your parent’s health insurance plan, don’t stress. You can find out more about when and how to get new coverage here: https://www.healthcare.gov/turning-26/

02/09/2026

Lifestyle change programs like National Diabetes Prevention Program help you change certain lifestyle habits to feel better and improve your health. Program participants can cut their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%. Learn more about how these programs can work for you at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/prediabetes/control.htm