Health
Medical College of Wisconsin Names New President
Neurosurgery professor and dean Shekar N. Kurpad to replace Dr. John Raymond in July.
Apr 14th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, which health commissioner calls a ‘waste.'
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneHow Wisconsin Plans To Spend $31 Million In Opioid Funds
Tribal nations, Narcan distribution, treatment access and law enforcement training are key priorities.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioHundreds In Wisconsin Could Lose HIV Drug Help As State Trims Safety Net
DHS cost-cutting moves target an insurance-based program with a 95% viral suppression rate.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Struggle to Differentiate on Health Care
In a crowded field, candidates sought to differentiate themselves despite shared policy goals.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee To Become a ‘Sensory-Inclusive City’
How adding quiet and calming spaces could change city and attract tourists.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneGov. Evers Signs Bills Releasing Funds to Combat PFAS Pollution
Finally $125 million released to protect drinking water from toxic 'forever chemicals.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin Takes Millions in Federal Aid from Foster Kids and Parents
Both parties have called for ending 'orphan tax.' Why hasn't it happened?
Apr 6th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr and Brittany CarloniCDC Ends Some Disease Tests; WI Lab Leader Says States Can Fill Gaps
The list of 31 tests no longer given includes diseases like COVID-19 and influenza.
Apr 4th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioWhat The Supreme Court’s Conversion Therapy Ruling Means For Wisconsin
An 8-1 free speech decision raises new questions for state and local bans, but offers a path to rewrite them too.
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioDiffering With Some Democrats, Evers Vetoes 5 Transgender Bills
Says 'hell no' to restricting gender-affirming health care and team sports access.
Apr 1st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioDemocrats in Governor’s Race Call for Child Care Support
Rodriguez, Hughes have released plans. Every candidate supports the goal.
Apr 1st, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner






















