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Council Committee strongly backs creation of city Board of Health
The full Common Council is scheduled to take action on the legislation when it meets on Tuesday, February 5 at 9 a.m. in the third floor Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.
Jan 24th, 2019 by Ald. Chantia LewisCity of Milwaukee Health Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions as Temperatures Drop
Cold temperatures and wind chills predicted, residents reminded to take seasonal precautions
Jan 24th, 2019 by City of Milwaukee Health DepartmentCouncil approves legislation concerning the Milwaukee Health Department’s lead reporting processes and water filter distribution plans
"The health, safety and well-being of Milwaukee’s residents are our highest priorities, especially concerning our children."
Jan 15th, 2019 by Ald. Milele CoggsCity of Milwaukee Health Department Offers Free Flu Vaccines
Health officials issue reminder that it’s not too late to get vaccinated
Dec 21st, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Health DepartmentCity of Milwaukee Health Department Launches K2 Public Awareness Campaign
Campaign efforts highlight the dangers of K2, or synthetic marijuana
Dec 13th, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Health DepartmentMayor Barrett again neglects basic responsibilities
His failure to appoint a new Emergency Government Coordinator leaves him out of compliance with State law
Dec 3rd, 2018 by State Rep. Bob DonovanFinal report released by Heroin, Opioid and Cocaine Task Force
News release and report from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Nov 30th, 2018 by Ald. Michael MurphyFood grading system decision ignores wishes of Milwaukee consumers, business owners
Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy - November 29, 2018
Nov 29th, 2018 by Ald. Michael MurphyAmerican Heart Association commends Common Council for attempting to lay groundwork to expand healthy food access
The organization calls for a veto override
Nov 26th, 2018 by American Heart AssociationKeep Milwaukee’s popular food grading system
State board poised to eliminate popular grading system for food establishments; news conference set for Monday
Nov 9th, 2018 by Ald. Michael MurphyA Milwaukee Focus
According to the Milwaukee Health Department, the primary sources of elevated blood lead levels in children are lead-based paint and leaded household dust, found in buildings built before 1978.
Nov 5th, 2018 by League of Women Voters of Milwaukee CountyLetter from Pres. Hamilton to Ald. Zielinski
"So, as your leader, I ask that you excuse yourself from the table where the hard decisions are being made or I, by God’s will, will excuse you…again."
Oct 23rd, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton