Events
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Working Together to Strengthen Tick Awareness, Surveillance, and Prevention in Wisconsin Tribal Communities
Ticks are small insects found in wooded areas, tall grass, and places where wildlife like deer and mice live. Some ticks can carry germs that cause illnesses in people and animals, often called tick-borne diseases. In Wisconsin, these diseases are becoming more common as the environment changes, including warmer temperatures and shifts in wildlife habitats.…
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Introduction to Tribal Public Health Data
Learn about the foundations of Tribal data and data sovereignty. Together, we will explore what data is, the types of data, and how data can be used. To learn more details and register, visit the event's registration page.
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Vaccinations in Pregnancy, Childhood, and Native Communities
This session will focus on the critical role vaccines have during pregnancy and early childhood in preventing serious illness and protecting long-term health. Participants will review key vaccine recommendations, learn how maternal immunization protects both parent and infant, and explore the impact of routine childhood vaccines on preventing severe disease. Special attention will be given to vaccine-preventable diseases in…
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Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference
Oneida Casino Hotel 2040 Airport Dr., Green Bay, WIThis two-day Tribal-led convening will bring together Tribal leaders, health directors, epidemiology centers, clinicians, public health professionals, workforce leaders, and state and national partners in Oneida, Wisconsin, on August 11-12, 2026. Rooted in sovereignty and focused on the future, this conference is designed to advance Tribal public health systems through leadership, innovation, and collaboration in the…