The Milwaukee Health Department will have a year to address concerns raised in a review by the Department of Health Services. We break down what this means for the department and for you.
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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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2 Milwaukee organizations win grants to address domestic violence, sexual assault
Grants from Advocate Aurora Health will help UMOS and the Asha Project address domestic violence and sexual assault.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of Feb. 15: Milwaukee Walgreens offering vaccinations; new Department of Health Services dashboard; Kirsten Johnson confirmed as commissioner
State unveils a new way to look at vaccination data; Common Council confirms new health commissioner, and a new case of the UK variant is found in Waukesha County.
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How COVID-19 has helped dramatically decrease the number of influenza cases
Flu numbers have seen a sharp decline this year, as masking and social distancing have been effective in helping to corral influenza, experts say.
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5 things you should know about expansion of FoodShare benefits
As FoodShare enrollment swells because of the pandemic, recipients can expect some extra help through June.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of Feb. 8: New ways to register for vaccine; COVID-19 virtual town hall; Walgreens offering vaccinations
There are more ways to register for the COVID-19 vaccine these days in Milwaukee, but supply is not meeting the demand so far.
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Hunger Task Force’s Mobile Market brings fresh produce to food deserts across Milwaukee County
The Hunger Task Force’s Mobile Market provides Milwaukee County residents with healthy eating options every weekday.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of Feb. 1: Committee approves nomination of health commissioner nomination; how to protect yourself from COVID-19 scams
Starting this week, the Wisconsin Center, the city’s main COVID-19 vaccination site, will be reserving Mondays for vaccinating people over the age of 65. Read on for other updates.
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How to avoid stimulus check scams
A new round of stimulus checks will likely also bring out a new round of scams. Here’s what to watch out for.
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How one program teaches understanding and empathy to community health workers
To deliver health education to underserved communities, you need more than just training. You need empathy, cultural understanding and people from the community itself. Here’s how one group is doing just that.