A new produce market, Greater Good(s) MKE, allows residents to pay what they can for fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Matthew, a 2020 Marquette University graduate, joins Milwaukee NNS as part of Report For America, a program that seeks to strengthen local journalism by placing journalists in communities that have a greater need for issues based reporting. Prior to joining NNS, Matt developed his reporting skills at the Marquette Wire, on the investigative desk, covering issues such as housing, human trafficking and health care in the Milwaukee.
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Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center teams with Department of Health Services for special vaccination effort this week
A special effort by the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services will put shots in arms of eligible tribal members.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of March 8: State launches new hotline; Milwaukee County targets two ZIP codes for vaccination outreach
Those 65 and older in the 53204 and 53206 ZIP codes will now have another option for receiving their vaccine, and another hotline will connect residents with information.
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New mental health clinic opens on National Avenue
Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers is teaming with the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division to bring behavioral health services to the South Side.
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Clearing the air: Answering commonly asked questions about the coronavirus vaccine
We talked to some of Milwaukee’s health care experts to see what questions they receive about the vaccine, how they clear up misconceptions and where to go for reliable information.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of March 1: New groups eligible for vaccine; hours change at American Family Field; third vaccine approved in US
New groups become eligible for vaccinations and federal officials approve a third vaccine for those 18 and older. Here’s what you need to know this week.
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Hayat Pharmacies offering walk-in clinics for COVID-19 vaccines at Ma’Ruf Center, Hayat Pharmacy on Layton Avenue
Hayat Pharmacies is teaming with community centers Friday and Saturday to bring vaccinations to Milwaukee neighborhoods where residents need them the most.
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Bus routes throughout Milwaukee County will change beginning March 7. Here’s what you need to know.
Officials say new bus route changes to the Milwaukee County Transit System will result in more people being connected to jobs, grocery stores, medical offices and other essential stops.
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Getting covered: What you need to know about the Health Insurance Marketplace
Health insurance plans made available by the Affordable Care Act are open for enrollment. Here’s what you need to know.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of Feb. 22: UK variant reported in Milwaukee; new vaccine registry on the way; new ways to get health insurance
A case of the contagious UK variant was identified in Milwaukee; the state plans to open a new COVID vaccine registry; and you can enroll in Obamacare until May 15.