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Common Council to Vote on Doula Funding Legislation
“I was born and raised in the 53206 Zip Code and have seen firsthand the lack of maternal health resources available to mothers and their newborns and its effects,” said Ald. Rainey.
Mar 8th, 2019 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
City and County of Milwaukee to Partner on Providing 100 Doulas for Improved Birth Outcomes
Doulas are often colloquially referred to as a pregnancy and birth companion, and typically provide physical, informational and emotional support to a pregnant mother and baby
Mar 7th, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Cabinet Members
"This talented group of leaders will help our administration address the issues Wisconsin residents asked us to focus on."
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Pushing Health Insurance Plans that Weaken Pre-Existing Condition Protections
New Administration guidance encourages states to promote “junk” health plans that lack protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions and would increase costs for millions of Americans
Dec 20th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Health Policy Advisory Council, Transition Staff Additions
"Expanding access to affordable health care for Wisconsin residents is a top priority for our administration."
Nov 27th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
4th Dimension Recovery Center Opens to Address Opioid Epidemic in Wisconsin
New Facility Provides Crucial Treatment Option in Midst of Opioid Crisis
Nov 12th, 2018 by 4th Dimension Recovery Center
Supervisor Alexander’s Statement on the 2019 Milwaukee County Budget
"I'm pleased that the 2019 budget process saw less conflict and greater collaboration than in recent years..."
Nov 5th, 2018 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Rep. Moore Calls On Gov. Walker to Restore Seniors’ FoodShare Benefits
"Had DHS correctly followed federal laws and regulations, affected seniors and persons with disabilities would have likely seen an increased monthly food benefit and had more resources available to provide for themselves."
Oct 29th, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Supervisor Taylor Presses for Action on HIV/AIDS
Final consideration of all proposed budget amendments will take place at the County Board's budget adoption meeting on November 5 at 9:30 a.m.
Oct 29th, 2018 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $14 Million for HIV/AIDS Care and Support Services in Wiscons
Federal funding for Wisconsin will improve health care for those living with HIV/AIDS
Oct 18th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
2019 Individual Health Insurance Rates to Drop by an Average 4.2 Percent Thanks to Governor Walker’s Health Care Stability Plan
Individual premiums expected to drop $992.28 on average compared to without Gov. Walker’s actions
Oct 11th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
$900K Grant Awarded to Milwaukee County to Fight Opioid Abuse, Homelessness Among Women Involved in Street Prostitution
Federal DOJ grant helps County expand partnership with Benedict Center, offer extended Housing Navigation services under the Housing First model
Oct 9th, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
