We’re sure by now you’ve heard all of the buzz around CBD oil and about the many health benefits that have been attributed to it. You’re probably keen to try CBD oil, but you’re not sure if buying CBD oil online is entirely legal. Well, don’t worry, Marijuanabreak is here to tell you everything you need to […]
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America’s Health Rankings: Wisconsin Came In Dead Last
MILWAUKEE, WI — The United Health Foundation recently released the 30th edition of its America’s Health Rankings Annual Report, which represents the longest-running state-by-state analysis of the nation’s health. It’s mediocre news for Wisconsin in 2019, as we finished 23rd-healthiest overall out of the 50 states. Wisconsin has seen a steady drop in its health […]
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Gov. Evers Announces More Health Insurance Options for Wisconsinites in 2020 Ahead of Open Enrollment
Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance announced today that many Wisconsin consumers will have more options for health insurance on the individual market in 2020. During open enrollment, 61 Wisconsin counties will have three or more insurance carrier options on the individual market, including those carriers that are available […]
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Meet The WI Health Officials Who Alerted World To Alarming Vaping Illness
By Lauren Weber, Kaiser Health News Originally published on Wednesday, September 25 MILWAUKEE, WI — Dr. Lynn D’Andrea knew something was amiss when three teenagers with similar mysterious, dangerous lung injuries came into the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin one after another, gasping for air. As the only pulmonologist on duty that Fourth of July holiday […]
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Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin Hosts October Drives in Kenosha/Racine County
Together, Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin and blood donors across the state make a life-saving impact through the gift of blood donation. Patients in need of blood tomorrow rely on the generosity of blood donors today. Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is calling on the community to make a life-saving donation this October. Donations of […]
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2 Deadly Mosquito Viruses Found In Wisconsin: What To Watch For
MILWAUKEE, WI — The fall colors are starting to appear in Wisconsin, and Halloween is on its way, however there’s one pesky part of summer that’s not giving up anytime soon: mosquitoes. Here in Wisconsin, residents are familiar with mosquito bites, and the itchy bumps – and sometimes rashes – that ensue. However there is […]
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Felicia S. Smith, MSW Presents A Mental Health Discussion Series
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center will be hosting an Adult Mental Health Discussion Series weekly during the month of October to tackle different mental health related subjects. Felicia S. Smith, MSW will be leading the series on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Community […]
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Bring Their Vision into Focus: Give Them a Clearer Chance in School and Life
Imagine trying to solve a math problem in school, but you can’t make out if the number is a 3 or an 8 on the board. 1 in 20 preschool-aged and 1 in 4 school-aged children has a vision problem. Children who struggle to see often struggle to learn because 80% of learning is visual. […]
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DHS Lead Abatement Program Receives Federal Approval
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today they received approval from the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement a health services initiative to provide lead abatement services in the homes of low-income children and pregnant women enrolled in BadgerCare Plus and Medicaid. Governor Tony Evers’ budget invested $14.2 million in […]
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First Human Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Wisconsin in 2019
MILWAUKEE, WI — Authorities in Wisconsin say that mosquito season isn’t done yet, and that the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) has been confirmed in Northeastern Wisconsin. With heavy rain and some seasonal temperatures ahead, health officials are warning the public to continue to be vigilant about preventing mosquito bites. According to […]
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Public Health Update: Important Hepatitis A Information
Outbreaks of hepatitis A have been reported across the U.S., with Minnesota being the most recent state affected. During these outbreaks, 24,952 individuals have become ill, and 60% of them needed to be hospitalized. We are working with partners to quickly investigate any new cases in Wisconsin. So far in 2019, we have seen 10 […]
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Hy-Vee Fresh Commissary Recalls Ready-to-Eat Beef and Chicken Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
sHy-Vee Fresh Commissary, an Ankeny, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 6,233 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) beef and chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The RTE […]
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New Data Analysis Shows Impact of Suicide in Wisconsin
Today, Suicide Prevention Day, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released findings from its most recent analysis of state suicide deaths and suicide-related injury. This analysis is part of an effort to update Wisconsin’s suicide prevention plan and reduce the number of suicide attempts and deaths. This analysis found: The state’s suicide rate rose […]
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Ascension Launches New 24/7 Online Urgent Care In Wisconsin
GLENDALE, WI — Citing a need to offer more continuous care to patients, Ascension Wisconsin launched its Ascension Online Care platform, giving consumers 24/7 access to personalized care. Officials said Ascension Online Care may be used to treat a wide variety of symptoms and conditions, including sinus or upper respiratory infections, non-life-threatening allergic reactions, sore […]
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NAMI Racine County is excited to offer the NAMI Peer to Peer Education Program
NAMI Racine County is looking for adults for the upcoming Peer to Peer Program. The course consists of 8 sessions and meets weekly for 2 hours at the NAMI Racine County office (2300 DeKoven Ave.) There is no cost for the course, and it is a great opportunity for adults to gain information, resources, and […]
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