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Overdose Deaths Fall Across Wisconsin As Harm Reduction Efforts Grow

Overdose Deaths Fall Across Wisconsin As Harm Reduction Efforts Grow

From Narcan in vending machines to new treatment beds, a statewide push is saving lives after record highs.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Encourages Residents to Access Services and Resources Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month
Press Release

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Encourages Residents to Access Services and Resources Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month

Multiple events taking place to bring awareness to services for children and adults

Wisconsin Communities Get Millions From Opioid Settlement as Deaths Decline

Wisconsin Communities Get Millions From Opioid Settlement as Deaths Decline

Report finds local governments in state may lack public health infrastructure.

MKE County: 6 Community Groups Get Funding For Substance Abuse Programs
MKE County

6 Community Groups Get Funding For Substance Abuse Programs

County awards $600,000 in opioid settlement funds to nonprofits fighting drug abuse.

Milwaukee County Announces Six Grant Recipients for ‘Better Ways to Cope’ Projects
Press Release

Milwaukee County Announces Six Grant Recipients for ‘Better Ways to Cope’ Projects

Funded with TANF dollars, the new projects focus on helping fathers, mothers and pregnant women

Program Aims To Help Inmates Avoid Opioid Addiction After Release

Program Aims To Help Inmates Avoid Opioid Addiction After Release

Behind The Walls operates from within Milwaukee's Community Reintegration Center.