Wisconsin DATCP

Meet the Queen! Each spring, bumble bee queens emerge from hibernation to start brand new colonies – doing all the work themselves, from finding a nest site to raising the first workers. Late summer, new queens emerge and the cycle begins again. 👑🐝 #SupportPollinators #DATCP

The Veterinary Professional Assistance Program (VPAP) offers guidance and assistance for Wisconsin veterinarians and veterinary professionals. Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs….

DATCP has a Veterinary Professional Assistance Program (VPAP) that offers assistance to veterinary professionals in Wisconsin. Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs….

Challenges with oak lecanium or other scale insects? Check out this webinar linking ant exclusion to reducing soft scale populations and other management options like avoiding drought stress: youtube.com/watch?v=GLPgi6…. 🌳 #Trees #ForestHealth #DATCP

DATCP offices are closed today due to the observed holiday. Thank you to all who have given their lives in service to our country. We remember these heroes today with honor and respect.

Stay safe this summer when travelling and swimming in the ocean! Germs like Vibrio bacteria live in the ocean and can get into skin through cuts or open wounds. If a wound gets worse after swimming in salty or brackish water, seek medical attention. #WaterSafetyMonth #DATCP

It's mosquito season and time to think about Heartworm prevention. Keep your pets healthy! Annual testing of all dogs older than 6 months of age, as well as administration of heartworm preventatives, are paramount to pet health. ​Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs….

The Bureau of Food and Recreational Businesses Technology and Training team assists more than 62 agent county health departments and over 400 users for our software system.

Don't swallow splash pad water. Did you know that it can take chlorine minutes—and sometimes even days—to kill germs in splash pad water? Chlorine doesn’t kill germs instantly. It can take minutes to days to get rid of certain germs. #HealthyandSafeSwimmingWeek #Germs #DATCP

#HealthyandSafeSwimmingWeek #WaterSafetyMonth #SwimmingSafety #WaterSafetyMonth #DATCP

🛟 Teach children basic swimming and water safety skills. Swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning. Children who have had swimming lessons still need close and constant supervision when in or around water.

Happy Healthy & Safe Swimming Week! 🛟 Watch kids closely when they are in or around water. Drowning happens quickly and quietly, so avoid distracting activities like being on a phone.

#HealthyandSafeSwimmingWeek #SafeSwimming #GermProtection #WaterSafetyMonth #DATCP

Sweat and dirt on your body can use up chlorine needed to kill germs in the pool. Showering before you get in the pool keeps chlorine levels up to help keep you and those you care about healthy! 🚿

Last week, Secretary Romanski visited four farms to Shawano and Waupaca Counties to deliver care packages the Shawano County Farm Bureau (tag) put together with their Farm Neighbors Care program, as well as give farmers information about DATCP’s Wisconsin Farm Center.

Follow the @WisconsinDOT for more safety tips. #RoadSafety #DATCP

Agriculture is part of Wisconsin's past, present, and future, and spring is a busy time for farmers. Drivers, make sure to slow down and be respectful of farmers on our roads. Farmers, be aware of the lighting and marking requirement for farm vehicles. 🚜

Follow these tips from the @CDCgov this Safe & Healthy Swimming Week and year-round. Learn more tips from the CDC at: cdc.gov/healthy-swimmi….