South Milwaukee/St. Francis Health Department

South Milwaukee/St. Francis Health Department Promote health, prevent disease, and prevent injury The objective of the SMHD is to promote health, prevent disease, and prevent injury within our community.

We welcome comments/questions/concerns from the community. However, we expect community members to be respectful and refrain from posting any hateful or discriminatory comments regarding race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or political beliefs

Parents and caregivers: Did you know some emojis can have hidden meanings related to drug use? Staying informed can help...
03/18/2026

Parents and caregivers: Did you know some emojis can have hidden meanings related to drug use? Staying informed can help you start important conversations with the young people in your life.
View a list of commonly used emojis and what they may represent here:https://www.dea.gov/sites/default/files/2021-12/Emoji%20Decoded.pdf

03/09/2026

Getting back to exercise after an illness or injury? Take it slow — your body will thank you. 💙
Looking for extra motivation? Join APHA’s Keep It Moving Challenge! We’d love for you to be part of our team, Walking on Sunshine. Go to www.hekahealth.com/apha26 to join anytime before April 12th.

To explore additional wellbeing resources take a look at southshorecares.crediblemind.com
03/06/2026

To explore additional wellbeing resources take a look at southshorecares.crediblemind.com

Stop by the South Milwaukee Public Library or St. Francis Public Library and grab some CARE cards to start building yo...
03/05/2026

Stop by the South Milwaukee Public Library or St. Francis Public Library and grab some CARE cards to start building your care deck! The CARE cards highlight just a few of the endless topics available on our new CredibleMind website, which includes free mental health resources. We are so grateful for our partners who care about the health and well-being of their community!
If you can't make it out, you can always visit the CredibleMind x South Shore CARES site here: https://southshorecares.crediblemind.com/
To see a list of all the places you can find CARE cards, please visit: https://www.cudahy-wi.gov/.../south_shore_care_cards.php

Shhh… don’t tell the kids 🤫Sneaking veggies into meals is basically a superpower. Blend spinach into smoothies. Add shre...
03/03/2026

Shhh… don’t tell the kids 🤫Sneaking veggies into meals is basically a superpower.
Blend spinach into smoothies.
Add shredded zucchini to muffins.
Mix cauliflower into mashed potatoes.
Toss extra veggies into mac and cheese.
Recipe for mac and cheese https://youtu.be/5MxRc_4OwC4 Spend Smart. Eat Smart.

03/02/2026

If a snowman can do it, you can do it. Let's get moving!!!!
Looking for extra motivation to get moving? Join APHA’s Keep It Moving Challenge! We’d love for you to be part of our team, Walking on Sunshine. Go to www.hekahealth.com/apha26 to join anytime before April 12th.

In 2025, community members accessed:586 Narcan boxes 241 drug test kits 183 medication deactivation bags 255 gun locks 5...
02/27/2026

In 2025, community members accessed:
586 Narcan boxes
241 drug test kits
183 medication deactivation bags
255 gun locks
570 condom packs
28 sunscreen kits
Prevention matters! Our Harm Reduction Vending Machine is here for you - free, confidential and judgement-free. 💙

Make your way to for a tasty treat and start collecting CARE cards or add to your care deck! The CARE cards highlight j...
02/26/2026

Make your way to for a tasty treat and start collecting CARE cards or add to your care deck! The CARE cards highlight just a few of the endless topics available on our new CredibleMind website, which includes free mental health resources. We are so grateful for our partners who care about the health and well-being of their community! 🧠🩵☕

If you can't make it out, you can always visit the CredibleMind x South Shore CARES site here: https://southshorecares.crediblemind.com/

To see a list of all the places you can find CARE cards, please visit: https://www.cudahy-wi.gov/.../south_shore_care_cards.php

Why wonder if you are at risk? Take the one-minute risk test online and talk to your medical provider about what you can...
02/25/2026

Why wonder if you are at risk? Take the one-minute risk test online and talk to your medical provider about what you can do today to reduce your likelihood of diabetes. Take the confidential test at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/prediabetes/index.htm

Address

2424 15th Avenue
South Milwaukee, WI
53172

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(414) 768-8055

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