Health staff report respiratory spikes; influenza coverage at roughly 30%

Jan 14, 2026

The health department reported spikes in respiratory illness and noted provider webinar data showing influenza immunization at about 30% and COVID immunization at about 11%; the department said Wisconsin will maintain current school/childcare vaccine guidance.

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Department leadership told the board that respiratory illnesses have spiked and the county sent an employee notification e-mail. Kleiber cited a provider webinar indicating influenza immunization at about 30% and COVID immunization at about 11%.

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