Health & Safety
A central place for families to find important health information, alerts and resources.
Purpose
This page provides families with the latest health updates that may affect our Head Start and Early Head Start communities. Here you can find current health alerts, program guidelines, and trusted resources to help keep your family safe and informed.
Current Health Alerts
Measles Cases in Wisconsin – Important Information for Families
Date Posted: February 25, 2026
Summary: Confirmed measles cases have been reported in several Wisconsin counties. Families are encouraged to learn symptoms, understand exposure guidelines, and check their child’s MMR vaccination status.
Key Information:
What measles is
Symptoms and what to watch for
Quarantine and isolation rules
Importance of the MMR vaccine
What Family Forum is doing to protect children
📘 Health Resources for Families
Measles- It isn’t just a little rash. (CDC)
Child Care Basics- Immunization Requirements (DCF)
Traveling? Protect yourself against measles first. (WIDHS)
Measles Fact Sheet: What to do if you think your child has measles (CDC)
Hoja Informativa sobre el Sarampión (Español) (WIDHS)
Should I get a Measles Booster? (WIDHS)
🧼 What Family Forum Head Start Is Doing
Monitoring classroom health daily
Following all state and Head Start safety guidelines
Updating families if a communicable illness is reported
Keeping immunization records up to date
Communicating with local and state health departments
Increased cleaning, sanitizing, and handwashing routines
📞 Contact Us for Health Questions
For any health‑related questions, please contact:
Your child’s teacher
Your Center Manager
Family Forum Head Start main office