Health
Are Student ‘Mental Health Days’ a Problem for Schools?
Some experts worry about trend. Absenteeism at Wisconsin schools up to 22%.
Oct 22nd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Opioid Treatment Program Opens First Clinic in Milwaukee
Community Medical Services' new southside clinic is 4th in state to combat addiction.
Oct 20th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
How Popular Is the Affordable Care Act?
Huge change since 2017, now very popular with voters. A big issue in government shutdown.
Oct 20th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
As Shutdown Continues, Wisconsinites Brace for Rising Health Insurance Costs
Democrats warn that Wisconsin health care costs could skyrocket if Affordable Care Act credits expire at the end of the year
Oct 18th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination
The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Detox Center, Eviction Lawyers, Student Aid Would Be Cut In 2026
Proposed county budget would slash funding for several human services programs.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Debate Whether Wisconsin GOP Proposal Is ‘Anti-Vax’
Proposal would require schools, child care facilities to provide information to parents on how to opt out of vaccination.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ascension, UnitedHealthcare Reach Deal To Restore Service
Agreement is retroactive to Oct. 1, when United customers lost in-network access to Ascension facilities.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Budget Cuts Hit Mental Health, Substance Abuse Services
County budget deficit and declining Medicaid enrollment drive spending cuts.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
The Irony of the Government Shutdown
States that overwhelmingly backed Donald Trump now stand to lose the most in ACA subsidy battle.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Lawmakers, DNR Clash Over PFAS Protections in GOP Bills
GOP proposal would shield those who spread PFAS in biosolids with state approval.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Lawmakers and Hemp Producers Both Want New Regulations on THC
But they disagree on structure.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public Radio
