Health
Prescription Drug Prices Are Outrageous
Seniors in Wisconsin and nation can't afford it. US Senate must act to rein in prices.
May 26th, 2022 by Martha CranleySupervisors Want Action On McKinley Beach
After recent drowning, they back $500,000 plan to reconstruct beach, improve safety.
May 25th, 2022 by Graham KilmerWI Health Department Urges Booster Shots for Ages 5 to 11
Following guidance of CDC, which is expanding recommendations for 2nd booster shot.
May 24th, 2022 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerState Sees Growing Mental Health Crisis For Children
Experts say isolation, lack of coping mechanisms leading to more emergency room visits.
May 22nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioWhat 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 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceGwen Moore Bill Adds Doulas, Midwives to Medicaid
Mamas First Act would require state Medicaid programs to cover doula, midwife services.
May 21st, 2022 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceCOVID-19 Cases Rising Again
1,968 new cases of COVID-19 this past week.
May 20th, 2022 by Graham KilmerState Program Plans to Recruit, Train 3,000 New CNAs
Long-term care facilities face a shortage of workers. New nursing assistants would recieve on the job training.
May 19th, 2022 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioOfficials Should Oppose Health Care Merger
Merger of Advocate Aurora and Atrium Health won't improve care but will increase prices.
May 19th, 2022 by John TorinusLate-Term Abortions Change Voters’ Views
Both in Wisconsin and nationally. But few abortions are done after 16 weeks.
May 18th, 2022 by Bruce ThompsonState’s COVID-19 Cases Up 66% in May
Racine and Kenosha among 7 counties with highest rates, residents urged to wear masks at indoor events.
May 17th, 2022 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerLocal Health Systems Launching Health Disparity Investigation
After a recent survey, local hospitals and systems are partnering to develop solutions.
May 13th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio