Health
Milwaukee Gets $2.5 Million In JUUL Settlement
E-cigarette maker was sued more than 5,000 times for its youth-focused marketing.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Legislators May Suspend Vaccine Requirements
Committee may suspend DHS rules for students on chickenpox, meningitis.
Feb 26th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers Among 20 Governors in Reproductive Rights Alliance
Democratic governors vow to create 'firewall' for 'reproductive freedom.'
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Kelcie Moseley-Morris, Wisconsin Examiner
Courthouse, Transit System Drop Mask Requirement
Milwaukee County downgraded by CDC to "low" COVID-19 risk.
Feb 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Local Officials Hope Lawsuit Settlement Funds Can Reduce Drug Overdoses
644 overdose deaths in county in 2021. 'We're finally getting some resources.'
Feb 13th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
What BadgerCare Recipients Need to Know
You need to reapply for coverage. How to prepare for and/or get help.
Feb 11th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Sees Spike in Toxic Shock Syndrome Cases
State officials urge education about tampon use.
Feb 11th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Why Are So Many More Young Wisconsinites Dying?
Surge in overdose deaths since 2000 explains half of mortality rate increase.
Feb 10th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
County Mental Health Emergency Center Now Open
What you need to know about using its services.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy
The $8 million building project will expand clinic on Cesar E. Chavez Dr.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium
No new e-cigarette stores until August. City must now craft a regulatory framework.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Appoints Kirsten Johnson Head of Wisconsin Health Department
Outgoing Milwaukee health commissioner quickly finds new job.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
