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After Brutal RSV Seasons, Wisconsin Hospitals See Relief
New vaccines and infant antibodies are coinciding with a sharp drop in serious RSV cases statewide.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan
As Flu Season Looms, Two Wisconsin Children Die of Respiratory Illness
DHS confirms one pediatric death from COVID-19 and one from influenza and warns this flu season could be more severe than usual.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Rob Mentzer
Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination
The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Following Child’s Influenza Death, State DHS Urges Vaccination
The flu vaccination rate in Wisconsin is only 31.7%.
Jan 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Has First Case of Human Bird Flu
DHS confirms Barron County resident was exposed to infected turkey farm.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan
Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Vaccination Before Holidays
Flu, RSV and COVID-19 vaccinations are available.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Anna Marie Yanny
Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Holiday Caution Amid Respiratory Illness Spread
COVID-19, RSV and the flu are all spreading.
Dec 22nd, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Flu, RSV Hospitalizations Are Rising in Wisconsin
Rate has nearly doubled in past week and flu vaccinations are far below pre-pandemic levels.
Nov 17th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan
Health Officials Urge Flu, COVID-19 Vaccinations Amidst Three-Virus Surge
RSV, flu and COVID-19 cases are all on rise, stressing hospitals.
Nov 17th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Respiratory Virus Spreading Rapidly in Wisconsin Children
RSV often causes cold-like symptoms, but is leading to surge in youth hospitalizations.
Oct 27th, 2022 by Jenny Peek
Health Officials Expect Severe Flu Season, Urge Flu Shots
Flu vaccination has declined since 2019.
Sep 21st, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
Health Officials Urge Flu Shots After Child Deaths
Three children recently died from influenza. Less than 40% of state has received flu vaccine.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Officials Urge People To Get Flu Vaccine
With mask mandates and social distancing phasing out, surge in flu cases expected.
Nov 15th, 2021 by Diane Bezucha
