Radon
Radon is an odorless, invisible radioactive gas occurring naturally in the ground. The gas can get into a house through the foundation. Breathing air with high levels of radon can lead to lung cancer. The only way to know the radon level in your home is to test.
Radon test kits are available in our office.
- Short-term kits $15
- Long-term kits $25
Pierce County Radon Test Results
Radon in Wisconsin
Mold
Molds live in areas of high humidity, such as basements and poorly ventilated bathrooms. To grow, mold requires moisture, nutrients, and a suitable surface. Controlling excess moisture is the key to preventing and stopping mold growth.
Wisconsin DHS Mold Resources
CDC Mold Resources
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide is the most common cause of fatal poisoning in Wisconsin. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas. In homes, carbon monoxide can quickly build up from a poorly ventilated or malfunctioning heater, furnace, range or any fuel-powered appliance, or even from a vehicle left idling in a garage.
The early warning signs of carbon monoxide are drowsiness, headache, nausea or dizziness; which are easily mistaken for the flu. When exposure occurs during sleep or in cases of very high CO levels, unconsciousness and death may occur quickly with no warning symptoms.
Wisconsin State Law requires carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in all residences.
Wisconsin DHS Carbon Monoxide information
CDC Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Rabies is a viral disease that can affect humans and animals. Treatment is critical for a person who has been infected by rabies because there is no cure. PCPH follows up on all reported animal bites. Call 715-273-6755 with questions or concerns.
For suspected bites or exposure:
- Wash the wound with soap and water for at least five minutes and see a physician immediately (even for minor wounds).
- DO NOT try to capture the animal unless you are sure you can do so without incurring further injury.
- DO NOT destroy an animal which has bitten a human or animal. Contact the local animal control officer, a veterinarian, or public health for instruction.
- If your pet bites someone or has been bitten, immediately confine the pet and contact local law enforcement or public health. Also, check with your veterinarian for treatment and rabies vaccination history.
The Pierce County Human Health Hazard Ordinance defines a human health hazard as: A substance, activity or condition that is known to have the potential to cause acute or chronic illness or death if exposure to the substance, activity or condition is not abated.
This ordinance gives Public Health the authority to investigate instances of potential human health hazards. Follow up will be made by Public Health staff to determine whether the issue falls under the human health hazard definition. Public Health has the authority to issue orders for cleanup and, if necessary, is also authorized to issue a citation under the Human Health Hazard Ordinance if the violation is not corrected.
WI Statute 254.59
Pierce County Human Health Hazard Ordinance: Chapter 180
If you have a private water supply, you are responsible for the quality of water that your family and guests drink. You should test your private water supply at least once a year – more often if problems arise.
PCPH has fee exempt test kits for individuals that qualify.
- Must be a Pierce County homeowner and
- Are pregnant or nursing OR have a child under the age of 1
Test kits are available for purchase from the Pierce County UW Extension Office, for questions call 715-273-6650
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