As drug overdose deaths continue to scourge the community, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has announced a series of new projects aimed at stemming the tide of death and destruction caused by opioid addiction.
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Michael Totoraitis reflects on first year as health commissioner, looks forward to full term
Michael Totoraitis brings his unique skill set and stability to the role of Milwaukee commissioner of health, a position that has seen extremely high turnover over the past several years.
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How Milwaukee’s Native community is fighting a surge in opioid deaths
Indigenous communities in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin are in the grips of an opioid epidemic, experts warn.
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Wisconsin’s convoluted history of abortion laws
Abortions can now be obtained at health centers in Milwaukee, Madison and Sheboygan. But the Republican-controlled Legislature has made more recent attempts to limit abortion access, all of which have faced a certain veto by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
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Worried about losing Medicaid access in Wisconsin? Here’s what to know.
Here’s what to know about renewing Medicaid coverage, finding alternative plans if need be and avoiding insurance scams.
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‘It’s heartbreaking’: Residents, vendors left in limbo after SDC’s closing
Since the SDC closedi in April, some vendors have not been paid, and residents have complained about unfinished work on their homes.
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It’s Pride Month: Here’s how to find LGBTQ+ resources in Milwaukee
June is Pride Month. We’ve compiled a list of organizations that serve LGBTQ+ people in the city
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Wisconsin drops ID checks at federally funded food pantries
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says loosening restrictions will broaden access to food during high demand. Some pantry leaders see a potential for complications.
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Sickle cell disease disproportionately affects Black people. Here’s what you need to know
Many barriers still exist to sickle cell disease treatment, such as lack of access to care and limited blood donations. Advocates and providers are trying to change that in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee advocates on edge as WIC funding faces uncertainty
Uncertainty about funding for the federal WIC nutrition program has prompted local advocates to encourage eligible people to apply for benefits.