Langlade County Health Department

06/18/2026

Men die an average 6 years earlier— often from preventable causes. Closing the Lifespan Gender Gap starts with education, connection, & shared advocacy. When men and their care partners have access to the right information & support, preventive care happens earlier & outcomes improve.

06/16/2026

Help is close, and the community is with you. 🤝 Our recent survey found that the majority of our neighbors feel comfortable talking about substance use disorder openly. This means we are breaking the stigma together and making it safer for our friends, family, and neighbors to ask for help.

If you or someone you know is looking for support, the right resource is closer than you think. Explore our local Substance Use Resource Map to find prevention, treatment, and recovery services right here in Langlade County.
📍 Find help now: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1chWsYeRsJ0OZ4olaR2NDMOgtZ4vr3WI&ll=45.0783849766792%2C-89.7604875&z=8

06/13/2026

Su***de prevention is something everyone can learn.
Join NAMI Wisconsin for a FREE virtual QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Su***de Prevention Training on Wednesday, July 22 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
QPR teaches participants how to:
• Recognize warning signs of su***de
• Start supportive conversations
• Connect someone with professional help
QPR is a simple, practical training that helps people recognize warning signs, offer support, and connect someone with the help they may need.
One conversation could help save a life.
📅 Wednesday, July 22
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
💻 Virtual
💲 Free
Register here:
https://namiwisconsin.org/event/qpr-training/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSXl4RleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJmZnpldldkckpSeXZKVllsc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgQEUeNciUnEqzyWazia6SyzFv5ltG6ichdlDmy5X2VxMER9-jI-PybM933e_aem_fJZWalZH-gTYmivPLYRstg

Please share with anyone who may benefit from this important training.

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06/12/2026

📱🎬 Don’t Forget!

Join us for the Screenagers viewing!

📅 June 13th

🕒 2:00–4:00 PM

📍 Northstar Lanes

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

Diabetes affects millions of people—and many don’t even know they have it. About 1 in 10 people are living with diabetes.

Taking small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow.
✅ Know your numbers (blood sugar, A1C)
✅ Stay active and eat balanced meals
✅ Don’t skip regular checkups
📍 Local support and screenings are available—reach out to your healthcare provider.

Take charge of your health and encourage those you care about to do the same.

06/08/2026

[6/8/26] 5:00 AM
🟠 Accompanying the heat and humidity on Wednesday will be a Slight (level 2/5) to Enhanced (level 3/5) risk for severe weather. Although the exact timing and coverage of storms remains uncertain, all severe hazards will be possible. Be sure to keep an eye on the forecast throughout the week, and consider altering your plans now!

06/08/2026

Melissa is speaking out because she knows first-hand that when people are too scared to ask for help because of stigma, it’s time to become part of the solution.

When we stay silent, we build walls. When we speak up and share resources, we build bridges toward healing.

🗺️ Our Substance Use Asset Resource Map is officially live. Whether you are looking for treatment, prevention, or just a safe, judgment-free place to start, you can find help right here in Antigo.
Help your neighbors, share this post and this resource: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1chWsYeRsJ0OZ4olaR2NDMOgtZ4vr3WI&ll=45.0783849766792%2C-89.7604875&z=8

06/04/2026

Care doesn’t happen alone. Men’s health is shaped by relationships — partners, families, caregivers, friends, & communities at every stage of life. When men are supported via connection, education, & shared advocacy, they seek care, stay engaged, & live healthier, longer lives. This Men’s Health Month, we’re recognizing care as a partnership— because stronger connections lead to stronger health outcomes.

06/02/2026

📍Use this map to locate treatment, intervention, prevention, and support resources right here

in Antigo: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1chWsYeRsJ0OZ4olaR2NDMOgtZ4vr3WI&ll=45.0783849766792%2C-89.7604875&z=8

Be part of the solution, ✨share✨ this resource with your community.

👉 The Substance Use & Mental Well-Being Coalition of Langlade County meets bi-monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 11:30am-12:30pm in the board room at the Langlade County Health Department. For more information visit www.langladecountyhealth.org/alcohol-use-and-other-drugs