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First Mosquito Pool Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in the City of Milwaukee
Health officials remind residents to continue to take precautions into summer season
Jun 27th, 2019 by City of Milwaukee Health Department
Republican Budget is Replete with Countless Missed Opportunities
"The budget passed today leaves much to be desired for the people of Wisconsin."
Jun 25th, 2019 by State Rep. LaKeshia Myers
Who Uses Cannabis in Wisconsin?
Interest in CBD and cannabis products is growing around the state
Jun 24th, 2019 by Olivia Herken
Department of Health Services, Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection Work to Make Groundwater Cleaner
DHS Has Sent New Groundwater Recommendations to DNR
Jun 21st, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Analysis: Wisconsin Residents Will Pay More Than $2 Billion to Support Medicaid Expansion in Other States
Because Wisconsin has not expanded Medicaid, state residents experience no return on these investments.
Jun 20th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Representative Hintz rolls out Website to Highlight Importance of Vaccine
"We need to do all we can to avoid a completely unnecessary outbreak in our state."
Jun 20th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Linda A. Hall as Director of the Office of Children’s Mental Health
Ms. Hall will begin as director of the Office of Children’s Mental Health on July 8, 2019.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
AG Kaul Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against Trump Administration to Stop Health Care Discrimination
This motion is part of an ongoing lawsuit that the coalition of 23 cities and states filed against HHS in May 2019.
Jun 17th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
A day after gutting health care programs around the state, GOP criminalizes reproductive care
Democrats have introduced and promoted initiatives aimed at improving access to preventive care like basic health exams, cancer screenings, and STI testing.
Jun 5th, 2019 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Evers Seeks Ways to Expand Health Coverage
Governor wants to get more people insurance coverage beyond Medicaid expansion Republicans oppose.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Get Ready for Tuesday’s Healthcare Debate
WILL research on the cost of Evers' proposed plans, and common sense solutions.
Jun 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
State’s Drinking Culture Costs $6.8 Billion Per Year
Includes cost of legal expenses, traffic stops, medical costs, lost productivity.
May 27th, 2019 by Kyla Calvert Mason
Attorney General Kaul Files Lawsuit to Hold Purdue Pharma Accountable for Role in Opioid Crisis
After years of inaction by previous administration, Kaul and Evers take decisive steps
May 16th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
State Health Department Launches Campaign to Get More Wisconsin Children Immunized
“Immunizations are safe and effective and not only protect the child, but the people around that child, too.”
May 10th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Evers Will “Fight Like Hell” for Medicaid
Republicans will strip Medicaid expansion from budget. Poll showed 70% support Evers proposal.
May 3rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Gov. Evers and DHS Secretary-designee Palm Announce Community-Specific Data for DHS Budget Proposal
"My budget proposal draws down $1.6 billion in new federal funding into Wisconsin so we can improve healthcare in communities across the state."
Apr 30th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Walker’s Costly War on the Poor
Former governor’s “trampoline” for SNAP recipients is a high-cost failure, report finds
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Allows Pharmacists to Vaccinate Children
In reaction to measles outbreak, lawmakers look to strengthen state’s response.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Drug Take Back Day is April 27
"Through proper disposal, we can prevent prescription drugs from being diverted—and help prevent addiction."
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Wind Project Whips Up Controversy
Some neighbors oppose 24 wind turbine proposal in Green County near state's border.
Apr 21st, 2019 by Sarah Whites-Koditschek
A Primer on Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Where to seek information, protection, testing and other resources.
Apr 18th, 2019 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Senator Erpenbach Applauds the SeniorCare Extension
"This is a huge win for our state."
Apr 17th, 2019 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
DNR and DHS Work Together to Improve Water Quality in Wisconsin
This week the DNR worked with Department of Health Services to ask the health agency to review 40 contaminants for possible groundwater quality standards.
Apr 10th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Republicans Call for Reset of Evers’ Budget
Governor’s cabinet members get hammered on many issues by GOP legislators.
Apr 4th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Healthy Women, Healthy Babies Program Overdue
State’s black infant mortality rate is worst in the nation, this bill addresses problem.
Mar 25th, 2019 by Reps Stubbs, Taylor, Sargent and Subeck
A statement from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski following the March 22 special Public Safety and Health Committee meeting
March 22, 2019
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
6 Things to Know About Lincoln Hills
A primer on how state’s youth prisons will be changed. Or not.
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Allison Dikanovic
Three Hospitals Offer 40 Recovery Coaches
Ascension hospitals have new way to treat opioid addiction.
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy
Include Children’s Immunizations on Your Spring Break Schedule
Vaccine preventable diseases can put the brakes on your spring break plans
Mar 19th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Gov. Evers Advocates for Expanding Medicaid in Visits to Janesville, Beloit
"By expanding Medicaid in Wisconsin, our budget improves access to quality, affordable health care for people across our state."
Mar 18th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
State Officials Meet to Tackle Drug Epidemic
Two-Day conference focuses on opioids, which killed 916 users in 2017.
Mar 18th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Why Medicaid Expansion Needed
Key to expanding health coverage, better reimbursement rates, says new state DHS secretary.
Mar 15th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
JFC Democrats Baffled by Republican Objection to Reducing Childhood Lead Poisoning
With the federal matching rate at 94.56%, and hundreds of thousands of children facing exposure, the JFC Democratic members are outraged that the Republicans objected to the request.
Mar 7th, 2019 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Governor Evers Makes Historic Investments in Health Care Coverage and Access
“Governor Evers’ budget makes historic investments in the health and well-being of every Wisconsinite,” said Secretary Designee Palm.
Mar 6th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Evers Wants More Funds for Women’s Health
$28 million package would also restore Planned Parenthood’s funding.
Feb 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Nursing Homes Need 16,000 Workers
New report says state’s nursing facilities face funding shortfalls, worker shortages.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Federal Shutdown Hurts Food Share Recipients
Demand for food pantries up due to delays getting benefits.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
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 Lewis
Evers Tells Kaul to Drop ACA Lawsuit
Governor says people voted for this, but GOP legislators insist AG must obey their new law.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Shutdown May Cut Off Food Share Benefits
State official unsure whether there will be funding for the program given federal shutdown.
Jan 22nd, 2019 by Rich Kremer
25% of Prescribed Antibiotics Are Unnecessary
So says new study. But Wisconsin’s rate of prescribing antibiotics is below national average.
Jan 21st, 2019 by Shamane Mills
DHS Asks FoodShare Members to Be Aware of March Benefit Letters
Automatically generated letters will say no benefits are available in March because of federal government shutdown
Jan 18th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Wisconsin Food and Nutrition Programs Will Continue Despite Federal Government Shutdown
FoodShare members will receive their February benefits this month
Jan 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Evers Demands Respect for State Employees
First executive order prohibits discrimination in state employment, second calls on agencies to respect all employees.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
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
State’s Smoking Rate Hits All-Time Low
But decline is slower for African Americans and low income consumers.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Shamane Mills
State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?
State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Helu Wang and Dee J. Hall
Forum Examines Lead Poisoning Prevention
Solutions? Issue of lead paint vs lead pipes still debated.
Nov 30th, 2018 by Abby Ng
Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce “What’s Best for Kids” Advisory Council
"I’ve said from the beginning that what’s best for our kids is what’s best for our state..."
Nov 29th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
Adult Smoking Hits a New Low in Wisconsin
Work is still needed to reduce tobacco use among some groups
Nov 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
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
Wisconsin Receives Approval for Governor Walker’s BadgerCare Plus Welfare Reform for Childless Adults
Final implementation of these policy changes is expected to be at least one year from approval.
Oct 31st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor’s Race Enters Wishlist Phase
Walker and Evers promise increased spending for roads and schools, but haven’t said how to pay for them.
Oct 22nd, 2018 by Steven Walters
#HopeActLiveWI: Wisconsin Awarded Nearly $3 Million to Combat Opioid Epidemic
DHS to distribute $1 million to local partners for local community projects
Oct 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
How Tobacco Companies Target Minorities
UWM study shows stores in black and Latino neighborhoods target children.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin is Ready to Win the 21st Century: Tax Relief, Worker Training, Children’s Health Among Governor Walker’s Priorities in Next State Budget
Priorities included in state agency budget requests due today
Sep 17th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Health Coverage Steady After Decline
State enrollment in Affordable Care Act steady this year after 13% drop in last year.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Shamane Mills
First Human Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Wisconsin This Year
Health officials urge everyone to protect against mosquito bites
Aug 17th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Tobacco is marketed more heavily in Milwaukee’s minority neighborhoods study finds
This study is the first to document the trend in Milwaukee.
Aug 3rd, 2018 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
First Death in Wisconsin Linked to Fake Weed
DHS continues to urge people to stop using synthetic cannabinoids
Aug 1st, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Synthetic Marijuana Raises Alarms
Can be spiked with rat poison, police and health officials seek to prevent sale.
Jul 6th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Meth A Bigger Issue Than Opioids?
New state report looks at drug use and treatment efforts.
Jul 6th, 2018 by Shamane Mills
Forced to Work for FoodShare
Is GOP legislation “life changing” or a waste of taxes? Hard to say since Walker vetoed study of program.
Jul 3rd, 2018 by Dee J. Hall
UW Officials Stonewall State Audit Bureau
Legislators consider ways to compel their compliance.
Jun 27th, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
American Heart Association recognizes Sen. Alberta Darling with Friend of Heart award
Lawmaker recognized for efforts on dispatcher-assisted CPR, FoodShare incentives laws
Jun 20th, 2018 by American Heart Association
Del Monte Vegetable Trays Pose Potential Health Risk
The investigation is ongoing.
Jun 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Aldermen urge further interviews in Health Department investigation
News release from Alderman Bob Donovan and Alderman Mark A. Borkowski
Jun 5th, 2018 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
State Awards $2.4 Million For Opioid Treatment
Grants were given to select counties and tribes to improve access to treatment.
Jun 2nd, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding
Report Finds Milwaukee Mismanaged Lead Cases
Missing case files, cases closed prematurely and health department failed to follow state law
Jun 1st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
After Securing Federal Investments, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $2.4 Million Awarded to Wisconsin Communities to Fight the Opioid Epidemic
Senator Baldwin worked to secure federal funding for local communities that invests in prevention, treatment and recovery
Jun 1st, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Lyme Disease Cases Up 22% in 2017
But still below high point of 2010-2011 for confirmed cases.
May 25th, 2018 by Scott Gordon
City-County Plan Targets Opioid Epidemic
300 opioid overdoses in county last year. Task force proposes eight focus areas.
May 22nd, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
#FightheBite! DHS Encourages Residents to Take Action to Prevent Tick and Mosquito Bites
Both ticks and mosquitoes can transmit various illnesses.
May 7th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Farm Bill Threatens Thousands of Children
Nonpartisan analysis: 11% of state's food stamp recipients would lose eligibility under federal farm bill.
May 3rd, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor Walker: We are Getting Positive Things Done for the People of Wisconsin
Governor Walker and the Legislature delivered results for the people of Wisconsin during a historic session.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs Bills to Create and Expand Outdoor Recreation, Attract Talent to Wisconsin, and Improve Medical Assistance
93 bills signed into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol
Apr 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
How Will Health Care Changes Affect You?
Changes in Obamacare and BadgerCare leave questions, confusion for state residents.
Apr 13th, 2018 by Donna Friedsam
Governor Walker Signs Wisconsin Works for Everyone Welfare Reform Plan
Welfare reform a key item on the Governor’s Ambitious Agenda for 2018
Apr 10th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Combating the Opioid Crisis: Governor Walker Signs Bipartisan Bills on Opioids into Law
All 30 bills signed by the Governor were created as a part of the HOPE (Heroin, Opiate, Prevention, and Education) Agenda.
Apr 9th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Marquette Physician Assistant program expanding to address provider shortage
Increased enrollment, new 44,000-square-foot building will help in-demand program grow
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Marquette University
A Wheelchair Is Not a Trampoline
And Republican food share proposal won’t help disabled and poor people.
Mar 5th, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
McManus Lays Out Three Priorities for Health Department
Baker issues a statement defending his actions. Are city hospitals going to close?
Feb 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Less Food For the Poor
Walker, Trump have fancy taxpayer-paid kitchens, cut food for the poor.
Feb 20th, 2018 by James Rowen
Dana Wachs Called on Gov. Walker and AG Schimel to Sue Big Pharma Over Misleading Opioid Marketing
"Wealthy drug companies have been peddling highly addictive painkillers for decades while telling Americans that they were safe. It’s about time they are held accountable for their lies."
Jan 19th, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Governor Walker Takes Additional Action to Fight Opioid Crisis
Wisconsin continues to lead the way forward
Jan 19th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Works for Everyone: Governor Walker Calls for Special Session on Welfare Reform
"We want to remove barriers to work and make it easier to get a job, while making sure public assistance is available for those who truly need it."
Jan 18th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Water Pollution Skyrockets Under Walker
His own data shows addition of 804 polluted waterways.
Jan 17th, 2018 by James Rowen
Governor Walker Announces Plan to Provide a Long-Term Solution for Wisconsin’s Juvenile Corrections and Treatment Systems
"Republicans and Democrats alike agree this is the way forward to reform juvenile corrections..."
Jan 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sen. Carpenter Thanks DHS Secretary for SeniorCare Attempts, Looks Forward to 2018
"I look forward to finding even more common ground upon which to do the people’s business."
Dec 28th, 2017 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Anti-Marijuana Campaign Is Misguided
County substance abuse campaign concentrates all its spending on “No need for weed.”
Dec 8th, 2017 by Isiah Holmes
Common Council Strengthens Lead Standards
But Health Department leaders contend it doesn't really change how they operate.
Dec 5th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Wisconsin Works for Everyone: Governor Walker Approves Drug Screening Plan for Able-Bodied Adults in the FoodShare Employment and Training Program
Legislature to review proposal aimed at helping more people to get healthy, enter workforce
Dec 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division receives $2.6 Million to help families affected by the opioid epidemic
Family Drug Treatment Court and AODA residential and recovery services help reunite families affected by addiction
Nov 27th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
Wisconsin Women in Government Announces 2017-2018 Board of Directors and Leadership Team
WWIG is also pleased to announce its new leadership for this year's Board of Directors.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Women in Government
A Primer On Crowded State Prisons
The worst could be Fox Lake prison, at 137% of capacity.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Announces Wisconsin Awarded More Than $15 Million to Fight Opioid Epidemic
$7.6 million federal grant approved for second year
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
