Health
Vos Casts Doubt on Medical Marijuana
'We're not that close' to legalizing it, says Assembly Speaker, as some GOP legislators see it as gateway to recreational pot.
Jan 31st, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Many in State Forgo Medical Care Due to Costs
Survey finds 52% to 62% of state residents, many with insurance, delay or don't get care.
Jan 31st, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?
Not so well, doctors say.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
Gov. Evers’ Budget Expected To Support His “Year of Mental Health” Declaration
Budget proposal expected to include millions for expanding mental health programs, including in schools.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mayor Speaks At White House Lead Summit, City Joins New Partnership
Wisconsin is part of new program aiming to increase pace of lead pipe replacement.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
South Division High School Offers In-School Health Clinic
Partnership with Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers is a first for MPS, designed to support underserved community.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again
Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
More Than 1,000 at State Capitol Abortion Rally
March on 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade draws attention to state Supreme Court race.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
8 Ways to Reform Health Care System
Including breaking up the big medical care monoliths.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by John Torinus
Study Finds High Level of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Great Lakes Fish
Eating 1 freshwater fish a year similar to drinking PFOS-contaminated water for a month.
Jan 18th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ascension Rakes In Charitable Dollars
Raising millions in donations through dozens of separate foundations while cutting care for the poor.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
County Could Erase $153 Million in Medical Debt
County residents would gain debt relief via county partnership with New York nonprofit.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
