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Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of man-made chemicals that are widespread in the environment. High concentrations of PFAS can effect health. 

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PFAS Health Effects

Overview of what PFAS are, how people are exposed, how they effect health, and how to reduce exposure. 

PFAS Water Standards

Information on how the federal government and states, including Wisconsin, are taking action to begin regulating PFAS in drinking water. 

PFAS News & Actions in Dane County

Learn the latest about PFAS contamination, water testing results, and remediation plans. 

PFAS Frequently Asked Questions

We are all still learning about PFAS. See our FAQs for some answers. 

Environmental Hazards

  • Environmental Spills & Complaints
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  • Lead Poisoning
    • Drinking Water Testing
    • Paint & Varnish Lead Testing
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  • Needle & Syringe Disposal
  • Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
    • PFAS Health Effects
    • PFAS Water Standards
    • PFAS News & Actions in Dane County
    • PFAS FAQs

Contact Us

  • 210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
    Room 507
    Madison, WI 53703
  • Phone: (608) 266-4821
  • Fax: (608) 266-4858
  • Email: health@publichealthmdc.com
  • Español: (608) 243-0380
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  • Main Phone: (608) 266-4821
  • Environmental Health Phone:
    (608) 242-6515
  • Fax: (608) 266-4858
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Healthy People. Healthy Places.

Public Health Services are available to all residents and visitors of Madison and Dane County. Citizenship is not a requirement. We provide services regardless of a person's race, color, gender/gender expression, ability, religion, sexual orientation or place of birth/place of residence.

Our Mission


Working with the community to enhance, protect, and promote the health of the environment and the well being of all people.


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