Racial disparities in health, income and a host of other factors have created a cycle of trauma and poverty that city leaders say it is beyond time to address.
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Researcher spreads word on effects of tobacco advertising on youth, minorities
A recent “community conversation” addressed the influence of tobacco marketing on young people and minorities based on a study conducted in Milwaukee County.
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Special Report: Opioid crisis hits city hard
Of the 309 drug deaths in Milwaukee County this year through Oct. 15, 84 percent were caused by opioids, and 70 percent of the victims lived in the City of Milwaukee.
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Advocates continue push for stronger lead-water recommendations
As the Public Safety and Health Committee delays action on a resolution that would direct the city Health Department to deem women of childbearing age at risk for lead exposure, concerned community groups push for government to “get ahead of the science.”
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UnitedHealthcare fails city residents in need of addiction-related services, coalition charges
A new advocacy organization alleges that UnitedHealthcare is not meeting parity standards for mental health care in Milwaukee.
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Fondy Park to open Sept. 16 with all-day celebration
Fondy Farmers Market will celebrate its centennial by opening the new Fondy Park in Lindsay Heights on Sept. 16.
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Food stamp enrollment numbers drop due to Walker policy, advocates say
Despite persistently high unemployment, more than 40,000 fewer people in Milwaukee County are receiving monthly food assistance because of Gov. Scott Walker’s decision not to renew time-limit waivers for able-bodied adults without dependents.
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Bronzeville location of Pete’s Fruit Market to open Sept. 14
The second location of Pete’s Fruit Market will open next month in Bronzeville, providing access to fresh and healthy food.
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Low-income neighborhoods need more access to bike, walking trails, community groups say
Local organizations are working to make it easier for community residents to take advantage of bicycle trails in the wake of a recent study confirming that low-income neighborhoods have unequal access to bike and walking trails.
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Health Department official: childhood lead poisoning a ‘public health crisis’
The Milwaukee Health Department is working to reduce childhood lead poisoning and inform the public of the risks, but residents and officials agree that more must be done.