Alcohol & Substance Use

Harm Reduction Approach

Portage County Health and Human Services' mission is to promote the health, safety, and well-being of Portage County residents. We recognize that substance misuse is a complex issue without simple. short-term answers. Addiction isn't a choice, compassion is. Therefore, we support harm reduction and prevention programs that have been proven effective in reducing risk and saving lives.

Fentanyl Test Strips

People all over Wisconsin are unknowingly taking drugs containing fentanyl and overdosing because the drugs look identical to what they are used to taking. Get the facts on fentanyl to know how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

For more information on fentanyl test strips and where to get them near you, visit the DHS Website.