31 WI Hospitals Recognized For Safety, Experience In New List

The safety awards were presented to the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide, according to Healthgrades.

Emerging Fungal Infection Spreading At Alarming Rate: See WI Data

A new study found the number of cases of the fungus Candida auris, or C. auris, “spread at an alarming rate” from 2020 to 2021.

Frozen Strawberries Recalled In WI Over Hepatitis-A Risk

A batch of frozen strawberries was linked to an outbreak of Hepatitis A illnesses, the Food and Drug Administration said Friday.

New Limits On Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ Coming: What It Means In WI

Here's what the new federal limits on "forever chemicals" could mean for Wisconsin.

CDC Warns Of Drug Resistant Stomach Bug: 1 Case Reported In Wisconsin

Common shigella infections mainly affect children under 4 and resolve in a week. Federal officials are monitoring drug-resistant strains.

With Continuous Coverage ‘Unwinding', A Big Transition Looms For Indiana Medicaid Patients

Nearly half of those impacted will be children.

COVID-19 Continues Gradual Decline, But The Pandemic Remains Active In Wisconsin

The pandemic isn't over yet, says Ajay Sethi, an epidemiologist at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

Wisconsinites Offered Free COVID-19 Tests Mailed To Their Homes

Households in Wisconsin can get free COVID-19 self-test kits through the state Department of Health Services every month.

Wisconsin Sees Spike In Toxic Shock Syndrome Cases

Officials are urging education about tampon use.

Wisconsin Health Equity Report Calls For Changes That Extend Beyond The Health Care System

That is the lead proposal offered by the Governor's Health Equity Council, which issued its Monday.

Survey Finds Cost Leads A Majority In State To Delay Or Forgo Medical Care

Some skipped a recommended medical test or treatment. Others cut pills in half, skipped doses, or decided not to fill a prescription.

5 Wisconsin Hospitals Among 250 Best In America: Healthgrades

Healthgrades said if all hospitals performed at the level of the top 250, over 150,000 lives would have been saved.

Measles Childhood Vaccinations In WI Lag Behind National Levels: CDC

More students in Wisconsin had some type of vaccine exemption in recent years, according to a report from the CDC.

XBB.1.5 Coronavirus Subvariant: What Wisconsin Residents Should Know

An omicron coronavirus subvariant detected in Wisconsin has been called the "most transmissible yet" by a world health official.

What The FDA Rule Change On Abortion Pills Means In Wisconsin

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin said a recent FDA rule change on abortion pills won't facilitate abortion access in Wisconsin.

WI Health Officials Encourage Flu Shots After Child Dies From Virus

Health officials on Tuesday confirmed the first death of a child in Wisconsin caused by the influenza virus for the 2022-2023 season.

Wisconsin Advocates Urge Congress To Pass Maternal Health Policies

At least 25 women in Wisconsin die each year during pregnancy or within a year of giving birth, according to a 2018 DHS report.

Wisconsin Residents Should Consider Masking Up For The Holidays: CDC

“One need not wait on CDC action in order to put a mask on,” agency director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Monday in a call with reporters.

Wisconsin Has 15 Of The Best Hospitals For Maternity Care: U.S. News

Nearly 650 hospitals across the country providing labor and delivery services saw rankings, but less than half were ranked high-performing.

RSV, Flu And COVID-19: How 3 Viruses Are Affecting Wisconsin

Here's what Wisconsinites should know about the three viruses currently affecting much of the country.

Wisconsin DHS Officials Warn About Respiratory Illness Rates, Urge Vaccinations

Influenza, respiratory syncytial virus and COVID-19 are circulating at high rates.

Report Finds Hospital Charity Care Declined, Medical Debt Rose In 2021 In Wisconsin

A likely reason for the decrease in uncompensated care overall and in charity care is the federal COVID-19 public health emergency.

Obamacare Open Enrollment Begins: What You Need To Know In WI

Here's how you can enroll in the Affordable Care Act in Wisconsin.

Flu Arrives Early With Worrisome Start: The Situation In Wisconsin

Here's how Wisconsin is doing as much of the country deals with a troublesome start to the flu season.

Wisconsin Prepares For Rising Respiratory Illness Among Children

RSV, flu and COVID-19 rates are increasing across the state.

RSV Cases In WI: 5 Things To Know About ‘Tripledemic’ Threat

Wisconsin doctors are seeing an increase of a respiratory disease that can cause breathing issues for children. Here's what to know.

Report Calls On Wisconsin Health Care Providers To Provide More Help To Patients In Debt

Providers that have resumed the practice of suing patients behind on their bills started doing so anywhere from late 2021 to early 2022.

COVID-19 Cases Ease Slightly, But Experts Warn Of Potential Winter Surge

There are already signs that a rise in cases might have begun in Wisconsin.

PFAS And PFOS Advisories Issued For Fish In Castle Rock Lake, Lake Mohawksin

PFAS and PFOS have been linked to a myriad of chronic health issues, including thyroid disorders and multiple forms of cancer.

Wisconsin Health Department Expands List Of People Eligible For Monkeypox Vaccine

There have been 81 monkeypox cases in the state identified so far as of Wednesday, according to DHS.

Flu shots now available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic® nationwide

43 percent of Americans say they’ll visit a retail pharmacy to get the flu vaccine this season

CDC Might Ease School COVID Guidelines: What It Means In Wisconsin

The CDC is likely to announce changes in testing and social distancing recommendations for schools in the coming days.

Monkeypox: How Widespread Is It In Wisconsin?

The World Health Organization recently declared monkeypox spread a public health emergency. Here's how many cases are in Wisconsin.

New Planned Parenthood Partnership Provides WI Women Abortion Access

Planned Parenthood Wisconsin is teaming with the organization in Illinois, where abortion remains legal after Roe v. Wade was overturned.

How Much Do Wisconsin Health Insurers Pay? Rates Now Public

Though negotiated prices are now public, they’re not easy to find, because the database is so large, one report said.

First Monkeypox Case Identified In Wisconsin, Risk Remains Low: DHS

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Friday identified the first positive monkeypox case in the Badger State.

4 Cases Of Unusual Hepatitis In Children Found In Wisconsin

One child has died, and the cases were negative for common hepatitis viruses, as WHO officials look into a possible link to adenovirus.

Bird Flu Found In Wild Birds In Wisconsin Is 'Highly Pathogenic': DNR

Wisconsin DNR said samples of the bird flu were discovered in species across the state, including a bald eagle and a goose.

Three Tips to Help Block Blue Light in a Remote World

By Dr. Scott Edmonds, chief eye care officer, UnitedHealthcare

WI COVID Numbers Ease, Still 'Too High': Health Officials

Hospitalizations, infections and deaths from coronavirus are declining but are still too high according to health experts.