Health
COVID-19 Rising Again in State
Numbers still “relatively low,” but percentage of positive tests doubled in last three weeks.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public Radio
Many CBD Products In State Not Accurately Labeled
Study by UW-Madison professor notes lack of regulation of products.
Apr 17th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio
Childhood Type 2 Diabetes Up 200% In State
Increase in last four years may be linked to COVID-19, health experts say.
Apr 16th, 2022 by Diane Bezucha, Wisconsin Public Radio
Crowley Signs Paid Parental Leave Bill
Bill expected to have small fiscal impact and big payoff for families and social equity.
Apr 12th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Baldwin Blasts FDA Consultant For Pharma Ties
McKinsey & Company consulted for federal drug regulators and opioid manufacturers.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Children’s Wisconsin Opens Mental Health Walk-In Clinic
Clinic will provide same-day mental health services for children 5 to 18 years old.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Mental Health Emergency Center’s Opening Delayed
Partnership of county and four major health systems pushes opening to September, cites need to hire specialized staff.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Report Details Opioid Addiction Solutions
After listening sessions, WI Department of Health Services recommends expanded treatment and attention to root causes.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Facility for Emergency Mental Health
Sen. Baldwin helped secure $2.5 million for joint venture by county and area health systems.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Sees Minor Uptick In New COVID-19 Cases
Increase of 80 cases of COVID-19 in Milwaukee County compared to the week prior.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Mayo Clinic Docs Warn Of Omicron Subvariant
CDC estimates subvariant is most common in U.S. Doctors ask for continued vigilance.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Announces $5 Million Mental Health Funding
Grants from federal ARPA money will expand mental health services and telemedicine.
Mar 30th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
