Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourage anyone attending school in the upcoming 2021-2022 school year to get their COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible. This includes children ages 12 and up as well as anyone planning to attend in-person classes at a college or university. “Getting vaccinated now means […]
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State Uses Physicians In COVID Vaccine Campaign
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday announced the launch of “Our Doctors”, a statewide multimedia campaign to encourage Wisconsinites who may be hesitant about vaccines to start a conversation with their own family doctor about the COVID-19 vaccines. The messaging, seen on billboards, newspapers, TV, radio, and social media platforms […]
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COVID-19 Care Package Giveaway Set For July 28
MOUNT PLEASANT – A free COVID-19 Care Package giveaway is planned for Wednesday, July 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Green Bay Road (Highway 31) and Spring Street here (parking area of The Dish, 1220 N. Ohio St.) Everyone will receive a box containing ready-to-go meals, canned goods, pasta, cleaning supplies, toiletries, household items […]
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Mahone Fund, Kenosha County Public Health Partner to Offer COVID-19 Vaccinations at Upcoming Music Events
KENOSHA — COVID-19 vaccinations will be available at this summer’s Lincoln Park Live Music Series performances and at the Aug. 21 HarborPark Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival, event organizers announced today. These vaccination stations will be provided by way of a partnership between the Mary Lou & Arthur F. Mahone Fund and Kenosha County Public […]
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New Maps Provide Additional Geographic Breakdowns of COVID-19 Vaccination Data
Today the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released maps and corresponding downloadable data tables that break down COVID-19 vaccinations by new geographic boundaries. The new maps allow Wisconsinites to view existing COVID-19 vaccination data by municipalities (cities, towns, and villages), zip code tabulation areas, school district boundaries, and census tracts. “Breaking down existing vaccination […]
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Milwaukee Bucks Team Up With Racine To Assist In Vaccination Efforts
City of Racine – Today, the Milwaukee Bucks and the City of Racine announced that two-player signed balls are being donated to the City’s vaccine prize drawing. “The Bucks are proud to support the City and County’s efforts to vaccinate their residents. As we head into the NBA finals and look forward to our […]
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Walgreens Offering $25 Incentive For COVID-19 Vaccine
RACINE COUNTY – Walgreens, a major pharmacy chain, on Tuesday became the latest business to offer an incentive to individuals who receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The company announced that, effective immediately, anyone who gets a COVID-19 vaccination at a Walgreens store will receive $25 in Walgreens Cash rewards. Those without a myWalgreens account can opt […]
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City, County Launch COVID-19 Vaccine Prize Incentives
RACINE COUNTY – Get vaccinated, win prizes! The City of Racine and Racine County on Thursday launched a joint COVID-19 vaccine incentive program to encourage more residents to get vaccinated. The city and county governments have each kicked $10,000 ($5,000 apiece) toward 66 prizes, including electronic devices, gas cards, grocery cards, and a gas grill, […]
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Ascension Wisconsin to Host Vaccination Clinic at City’s Juneteenth Celebration
City of Racine – Today, the City of Racine announced Ascension Wisconsin will host a pop-up vaccination clinic at the City’s Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 19. The clinic will take place inside of the Dr. John Bryant Community Center, 601 Caron Butler Drive, from Noon to 4 p.m. Ascension Wisconsin will administer second doses […]
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Wisconsin Relaunches COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Tuesday announced the re-launch of You Stop the Spread, a statewide multimedia campaign to inform and encourage Wisconsinites to take action and get the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they can. The campaign was initially launched in September 2020 to raise awareness and promote good public […]
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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to be Held at Burlington High School
A COVID-19 vaccination clinic has been added in Burlington on Wednesday, June 9, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Burlington High School, 400 McCanna Parkway. First doses of the Pfizer vaccine will be available to anyone ages 12 or older, regardless of health insurance status. Children ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent […]
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COVID-19 Vaccination at Kenosha County Clinics
Kenosha County Public Health’s COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinics are ending after this week, but this service will remain available — by appointment only — at two locations. The final, no-appointment-needed clinic will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. this Friday, June 4, at the Kenosha County Job Center, 8600 Sheridan Road, Kenosha. In future […]
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City’s Tyler-Domer Community Center To Be COVID-19 Vaccination Site
City of Racine – Today, Dottie-Kay Bowersox, the City of Racine Public Health Administrator, and Mayor Cory Mason announced that thanks to a partnership with the State of Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services (DHS) and the Wisconsin National Guard, another of the City’s community centers, the Tyler-Domer Community Center, will be a COVID-19 community vaccination […]
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Kenosha County COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Now Serving 12+ Population
Kenosha County Public Health’s COVID-19 Community Vaccination Clinics are now able to serve clients ages 12 and up, Health Officer Dr. Jen Freiheit announced today. This expansion of eligibility follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s action on Wednesday to authorize use of the Pfizer vaccine for adolescents ages 12 to 15. The change […]
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COVID-19 vaccine for 12 to 15-year-olds could happen soon
WISCONSIN – State health officials say children ages 12- to 15-years-old may be rolling up their sleeves for a COVID-19 vaccine soon. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of the drug for 12-15 year-olds on Monday. However, on Wednesday, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended that the shots be administered on an […]
