MCW’s Latino Medical Student Association has been working on Milwaukee’s South Side throughout the pandemic, but they see their role as more than just putting shots in arms.
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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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There’s a new vendor for the state’s non-emergency medical transportation program. Here’s what you need to know and how to use it.
On Nov. 1, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services switched to a new provider for its non-emergency medical transportation program. Here’s what you need to know.
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NNS Spotlight: How one Milwaukee clinic helps kids with behavioral challenges navigate the early years
The Behavior Clinic, a partnership between Penfield Children’s Center and the Marquette University College of Education, provides in-home psychiatric services to children from birth to 6 years old.
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‘We want them to just have safe spaces’: NFL player Solomon Thomas will speak to Milwaukee youths about mental health and suicide
A group of Milwaukee youths will get a virtual visit from NFL player Solomon Thomas on Monday, Oct. 25 to tackle an important issue: mental health.
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Rise in suicides among Black youths fuels concern among Milwaukee psychologists, counselors
A rise in suicides among Black youths has Milwaukee counselors and psychologists working hard to raise awareness and prevent more deaths.
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‘It’s not just about pink ribbons’: What those who work year-round want you to know about breast cancer
Although October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, those who are survivors and those who support those who have the disease know that cancer is a daily endeavor.
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’People just don’t quite understand how dangerous it can be’: Leaders work to keep Hmong community informed about COVID
Health advocates in Milwaukee’s Hmong community work to keep residents up to date on all things COVID.
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How new program brings health care, social services together with one click
A new digital platform puts health care organizations and social services within one click of communicating with the other. The hope? To connect their clients with services they need.
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Where you can find help to battle any addiction
Here’s a list of places around Milwaukee where people can find help with substance abuse issues.
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‘A heart for the community’: North Side doctor keeps her focus on her patients
Dr. Madelaine Tully works to bring health care to some of Milwaukee’s most vulnerable populations as a family practice physician at Progressive Community Health Centers.