Ascension Wisconsin Program Supports Fathers
Part of program to reduce infant mortality. 'Fathers have a lot to do with the health of their children.’
Aug 3rd, 2022
Program Helps Spanish Speaking Families With Memory Loss
United Community Center offers caregiver training to families of Alzheimer's, dementia patients.
Jul 22nd, 2022
Will High Court Prevent Disabled From Voting?
People who can’t use hands or feet can’t cast absentee ballot unassisted, as lower court ruling requires.
Jun 29th, 2022
Women of Color Would Be Most Impacted by Roe Reversal
Planned Parenthood data shows majority of abortions in Milwaukee County went to women of color.
Jun 6th, 2022
414Life Plans New Initiative To Disrupt Violence This Summer
Project will train residents, provide resources and programming in seven neighborhoods.
May 27th, 2022
What You Need to Know About Infant Formula Shortage
What’s causing shortage, where to find supplies, how to keep your family safe.
May 22nd, 2022
Gwen Moore Bill Adds Doulas, Midwives to Medicaid
Mamas First Act would require state Medicaid programs to cover doula, midwife services.
May 21st, 2022
Sixteenth Street Health Centers Get AmeriCorps Staff
Nonprofit will receive over $374,000 to fund 13 full-time AmeriCorps staffers.
May 11th, 2022
Many Lack Mental Health Services, Survey Finds
Survey of county by Milwaukee Health Care Partnership finds access to care a major issue.
May 10th, 2022
Muslim Health Center Serves 4,500 Patients Per Year
Located at 803 W. Layton Ave., offers clinical and behavioral health services.
May 7th, 2022
COVID-19 Antibody Study Seeks Volunteers of Color
Study seeks to assess levels of immunity and extent of COVID-19 infection in local communities.
May 5th, 2022
Are COVID-19 Vaccines Still Free? Yes
Questions and answers on vaccines, including where to get them.
May 4th, 2022
Health Justice Group Surveys Residents Near Ascension St. Joseph
Community groups lobbying hospital not to cut back services.
Apr 30th, 2022
Trees, Green Space Reduce Strokes, Study Finds
Milwaukee study finds residents living near green space 19% less likely to have strokes.
Apr 21st, 2022
8,000 People At Risk of Utility Shutoffs
State’s ban ended April 15. What you need to know, how to get help.
Apr 17th, 2022
Spring Cleaning? Where to Donate the Stuff
A long list of places may repair, reuse, resell or redistribute household items.
Apr 14th, 2022
Two Prenatal Care Groups Help Young Fathers
Partnership’s philosophy: If dad is not okay, mom and the household won’t be.
Apr 9th, 2022
Children’s Wisconsin Opens Mental Health Walk-In Clinic
Clinic will provide same-day mental health services for children 5 to 18 years old.
Apr 7th, 2022
Mental Health Emergency Center’s Opening Delayed
Partnership of county and four major health systems pushes opening to September, cites need to hire specialized staff.
Apr 5th, 2022
Where Mayoral Candidates Stand On Issues
How Johnson, Donovan would handle crime, lead poisoning, housing, jobs, education, city pensions.
Apr 3rd, 2022
Child Care Center Offers Health and Wellness Program
Malaika Early Learning Center, 125 W. Auer St. serves pre-K to third grade children.
Mar 29th, 2022
Changes Coming to Medicaid Enrollment
Recipients can sign up for alerts to changes in their insurance plans.
Mar 17th, 2022
Cavalier Johnson Plans Focus on Jobs
Mayoral candidate wants to grow city’s population, economy, employment.
Mar 16th, 2022
Milwaukee’s Ukrainian Community Gathers at South Side Church
A world apart, Milwaukee's Ukrainian community organizes medical supplies for the war.
Mar 10th, 2022
Infant Formula Recall Worries Parents
Questions and answers, health concerns after recall of Similac, Alimentum and EleCare.
Mar 6th, 2022
Performance Art Project Examines Pregnancy During Pandemic
Milwaukee Repertory Theater gathers stories from mothers around the country.
Mar 4th, 2022
City Has Most Cases of Syphilis in 20 Years
441 cases in 2021 versus 183 in 2020. Especially affecting women of child-bearing age.
Feb 23rd, 2022
Running Rebels Adds Physical Fitness Program
Grant from Kohl’s funds program to promote healthy living.
Feb 16th, 2022
Clinic Expands Primary Care In Underserved Communities
Findley Foundation Clinic on W. Capitol Drive is accepting new primary care patients.
Feb 11th, 2022
Insurers Ending Full Coverage For COVID-19 Treatment
Report says 75% no longer waiving co-pays and cost-sharing for COVID-19 treatment.
Feb 4th, 2022
Church Offers Free Mental Health Services
‘Jesus and therapy will meet the need’ at Invisible Reality Ministries, 2700 N. 54th St.
Jan 31st, 2022
City Sees Surge in Syphilis Cases
Number for 2021 higher than combined total for 2016 through 2019.
Jan 28th, 2022
10 Health Centers Offering COVID-19 Tests
Many locations in city. No health insurance required.
Jan 24th, 2022
The Zen Den Opens in Washington Park Neighborhood
New center for meditation, art therapy and sound therapy.
Jan 8th, 2022
UCC Works to Address Alzheimer’s
United Community Center’s Latino Geriatric Center targets the problems.
Dec 26th, 2021
Where To Find Mental Health Resources
More than 20 different groups in town offer help.
Dec 23rd, 2021
How to Stay COVID-Free For Holidays
6 things you can do to protect yourself and others.
Dec 20th, 2021
How To Save on Winter Energy Costs
Weatherization programs can save you a lot of money.
Dec 8th, 2021
Exercise Program Helps Women Process Trauma
Restorative Justice In Movement, at Turner Hall, recruits women of color impacted by incarceration.
Dec 6th, 2021
Will Gun Safety Consortium Impact City?
Residents hope gun deaths will decline as Milwaukee joins national group.
Nov 13th, 2021
Health Department Bringing Vaccine Clinics to Local Schools
Health department running clinics to vaccinate children ages five to 11.
Nov 11th, 2021
Enrollment Open for Affordable Care
Federal ACA’s marketplace now open, allowing people to sign up for health insurance plans.
Nov 10th, 2021
Seeking Black Males To Teach Children
Only 2% of nation's teachers are Black men. Next Door's Jeremy Walton wants to change that.
Nov 6th, 2021
Latinx Medical Students Doing COVID-19 Outreach
Going to south-side churches, fairs, festivals with information about the disease and vaccines.
Nov 4th, 2021
Clinic Helps Kids With Behavioral Issues
Partnership between Penfield Children’s Center and Marquette University provides psychiatric services to children.
Oct 30th, 2021
Milwaukee Counselors and Psychologists Work to Prevent Black Youth Suicides
About one in 10 Black youths in the state report having attempted suicide.
Oct 24th, 2021
Hmong Leaders Keeping Community Informed About COVID-19
Leaders are translating medical jargon and using existing community infrastructure.
Oct 8th, 2021
Program Eliminates Silos Between Health Care and Social Services
Creators say it makes communication between professionals and with residents more efficient.
Oct 8th, 2021
Local Resources For Help With Addiction
These resources provide connection to treatment and support groups.
Oct 5th, 2021
North Side Doctor Cares for Her Community
Madelaine Tully saw that community centers needed doctors. So she became one.
Oct 2nd, 2021
Vaccination of North Side Youth Lags Behind County Average
High school students discuss the vaccine, hesitancy and school during COVID-19.
Sep 30th, 2021
Local Orgs Join State to Remove Lead from Milwaukee Homes
Social Development Commission and Habitat for Humanity will assist in renovation of 150 homes.
Sep 23rd, 2021
Here’s Help If You Lost Pandemic Unemployment Benefits
State and local resources to get help, find jobs.
Sep 12th, 2021
Group Gives Single Moms a Helping Hand
HOPE Network for Single Mothers provides "baby starter kits,” helps mothers get jobs, education.
Sep 5th, 2021
Mental Health Resources for Students in Milwaukee
With the pandemic ongoing, and school resuming, students may need mental health support.
Sep 3rd, 2021
New Grant Funds Free Condom Program
414ALL has distributed 1 million condoms since 2014, but faces funding challenge.
Aug 18th, 2021
Pandemic Caused Fewer People To Seek Cancer Screenings
Doctors urge people to resume getting screened, accessing medical care.
Aug 12th, 2021
Boys & Girls Club Adding Mental Health Centers
A federal grant will fund eight centers. Non-profit is partnering with the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Aug 6th, 2021
Health Care Officials Report Surge in Eating Disorders
Diagnoses of eating disorders have risen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jul 30th, 2021
Despite retirement, Dr. Howard Fuller’s Work Isn’t Over
The storied educator is still working with students, trying to make a difference in their lives.
Jul 30th, 2021
Counselors Offer Guidance on Breast Feeding
Milwaukee’s WIC program provides counseling for 821 women annually.
Jul 24th, 2021
Health Commissioner Says Lead Crisis is Top Priority
Commissioner Johnson said she can fix department's troubled lead program.
Jul 22nd, 2021
Arnitta Holliman Is Fighting Violence with Love
The director of the Office of Violence Prevention wants to heal people to stop violence.
Jul 15th, 2021
Program Helps Those With Prostate Cancer
MCW targets Black men, who are 60% more likely to get prostate cancer.
Jul 11th, 2021
Clinic Treats the Uninsured
Bread of Healing Clinic makes sure healthcare is never out of reach for patients.
Jul 8th, 2021
Syphilis Cases Up 300% in Milwaukee
Once nearly eliminated, syphilis is 'back with a vengeance.'
Jun 25th, 2021
How Expanded Child Tax Credit Helps Families
At least $3,000 per child per year credit. There’s still time to sign up for pandemic benefit.
Jun 14th, 2021
Center Offers New Approach to Mental Health
Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center’s techniques draws on Native American culture.
May 28th, 2021
Reggie Moore’s Calling Has Always Been His Community
The former director of the Office of Violence Prevention is still working for a safer Milwaukee.
May 24th, 2021
Hospital May Open Grocery Store
Ascension Saint Joseph hosting mobile market, considering permanent food store.
May 8th, 2021
36,000 Getting Help With Utility Bills
State Energy Assistance Program distributes over $21 million to help pay utility bills.
May 2nd, 2021
New Central City Vaccine Clinics
Residents in 53206 and 53210 ZIP codes can get COVID-19 vaccines at 8 walk-in clinics.
Mar 27th, 2021
Fired Deputy Health Commissioner Questions Her Ouster
Dr. Griselle Torres was one of two department leaders fired when Commissioner Kirsten Johnson took over.
Mar 26th, 2021
Clinic Offers Holistic Health Care
Shalem Healing offers Harambee residents acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition and primary care.
Mar 24th, 2021
Froedtert, MCW Warn of Vaccine Phone Scam
Callers claiming to be from health network asking for financial information.
Mar 20th, 2021
Leadership Shakeup at Health Department
Two top officials pushed out by new city Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson.
Mar 13th, 2021
Remembering a Pillar of Milwaukee’s Muslim Community
Shaykh Ayyub Al-Amin devoted his life to Islam and the city's Muslim community.
Mar 12th, 2021
Pay What You Can For Fresh Produce
At Greater Good(s) MKE, 5205 W. North Ave., some pay less, some more than listed price.
Mar 10th, 2021
Ignace Center Offers Special Vaccine Program
Teams with state health department this week to get the Native American community vaccinated.
Mar 9th, 2021
9 Tips on Health Insurance Marketplace
Enrollment period has begun for Affordable Care Act. Here’s how to do it
Feb 25th, 2021
Two Groups Win Grants to Address Domestic Violence
UMOS and The Asha Project both win $125,000 grants to address variety of issues.
Feb 21st, 2021
How to Get Food Share Benefits
Biden’s executive order expands benefits. 5 things you need to know.
Feb 11th, 2021
Hunger Task Force Targets Food Deserts
Mobile Markets makes two stops every week day bringing fresh, affordable foods to neighborhoods.
Feb 3rd, 2021
How To Avoid Stimulus Check Scams
Beware of emails, texts asking for personal information. Experts offer a list of tips.
Jan 31st, 2021
Health Workers Get Lessons in Empathy
Milwaukee AHEC creates Community Health Workers Training Program.
Jan 27th, 2021
What’s It Like to Get COVID-19 Vaccine?
Five healthcare workers share their vaccine stories.
Jan 22nd, 2021
Have You Gotten New Stimulus Payment?
Who qualities and everything you need to know about second federal stimulus payment.
Jan 13th, 2021
New Program for Lead-Poisoned Children
Medical College of Wisconsin program seeks improved response to kids testing positive.
Dec 26th, 2020
Child Mental Health Center Plans Expansion
STRONG is moving to a new location where it can serve more children.
Nov 28th, 2020
Local Resources Help Disabled Voters Cast Ballots
City offers curbside voting and machines designed for people with vision, hearing, physical disabilities.
Oct 28th, 2020
Where to Get A Flu Shot in Milwaukee
Health officials strongly encourage getting a flu vaccination.
Oct 4th, 2020
County Officials Confront Surge In Suicides
Rise linked to pandemic. Health officials grappling with the problem.
Sep 30th, 2020
St. Joseph’s Opens Maternity Emergency Department
Department will treat pregnancy complications. Ascension wants to improve maternal health disparities.
Sep 18th, 2020
Meet the Man Behind ‘Milwaukee in Pain’
Documentary, “Milwaukee In Pain,” by Theo Rogers explores how COVID-19 has affected the Black community.
Sep 13th, 2020
‘Complete Streets’ Projects Focus on Health and Safety
In 2019, majority of projects were completed in areas with economic disparities.
Sep 11th, 2020
City Behind on Replacing Lead Pipes
As of Aug. 10, only 333 service lines to homes replaced with copper, yearly goal is 1,100.
Aug 12th, 2020
Mexican Fiesta Organizers Make 45,000 Masks
Pandemic forces festival to cancel, organizers use the time to produce free masks for the community
Aug 8th, 2020
Ascension St. Joe’s Adds Four Physicians
Hospital increases staff to address ‘primary care desert’ on North Side.
Aug 8th, 2020
Milwaukee Youth Council Takes Action
With members from every aldermanic district, group allocates funding to mental health services.
Jul 29th, 2020
Tips for Mental Health During Pandemic
Local psychologists share ways to cope during difficult times.
Jul 16th, 2020
Black Lives Matter Has LGBTQ+ Voices
Two of local movement’s founders who identify as queer say it's also about LGBTQ+ Black lives.
Jul 13th, 2020
Scaling Language Barriers in Fight Against COVID-19
Healthcare workers are finding ways to better communicate to city's Spanish-speaking residents.
Jul 10th, 2020
