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December 02, 2021
New Omicron COVID-19 Variant Reaches Midwest.

The Omicron variant contains 50 genetic mutations, leading scientists to believe it may be highly contagious. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Nikki Nair The Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been detected in the Midwest as of …

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February 09, 2021
Wisconsin’s public health emergency order remains thanks to Gov. Evers’ persistence.

Beginning Feb. 10, Dane County will restrict in-door business activity to 50% capacity according to Order #13 and face coverings are required. Photo courtesy of Jessica Gregory. Author: Jessica Gregory Gov. Tony Evers responded to the Wisconsin Assembly’s decision …

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January 28, 2021
The CDC extends eviction moratorium.

Since December, 12 million Americans have fallen behind on rent, according to Moody’s Analytics. Image courtesy of Marco Verc via Flickr. Author: Cailyn Schiltz Tenants are safe from eviction on the grounds of nonpayment until March 31st, according …

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January 25, 2021
Wisconsin’s older adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine.

UW-Madison students and staff eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine under Phase 1A have received notice to their school email. Appointments can be made in MyUHS accounts. Author: Jessica Gregory Wisconsin residents ages 65 and older are now eligible to …

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December 28, 2020
Partnership program vaccinates critical populations at long-term care facilities.

Wisconsin is currently operating in phase 1a of its vaccination plan with doses restricted to only the most vulnerable populations. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Jessica Gregory The elderly and staff at long-term care (LTC) …

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December 07, 2020
UW-Health to distribute Pfizer vaccine to front-line workers when approved.

Like Pfizer, Biotech company Moderna’s highly effective COVID-19 vaccine also applied for an Emergency Use Authorization with the FDA. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Jessica Gregory UW-Health announced Monday that they will serve as a regional …

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December 03, 2020
Health officials announce Wisconsin is ready for vaccine distribution.

The Department of Health Services reports that 84.7% of hospital beds and 25.7% of ventilators are in use statewide. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Cailyn Schiltz Health officials report that in mid-December, Wisconsin will receive and …

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December 02, 2020
PHMDC and the CDC deliver not-so-jolly holiday message.

On Tuesday, there were 107 COVID-19 related deaths in Wisconsin setting a new high, reports WMTV. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Jessica Gregory Public Health Madison Dane County (PHMDC) held a news conference this afternoon emphasizing …

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November 30, 2020
Moderna seeks emergency authorization for COVID-19 vaccine.

The novel coronavirus has infected over 63 million people since Feb. 2019, according to Worldometer. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Cailyn Schiltz Biotech company Moderna announced they will be asking U.S. and European authorities to allow …

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November 10, 2020
Free flu shots available for all at Alliant Energy Center’s drive-thru clinic.

PHMDC reports that over 800 people so far have been vaccinated for free since the flu shot clinic opened in October. Photo courtesy of KOMUnews, CC 2.0 licensing. Author: Jessica Gregory Beginning today, the Alliant Energy Center offers …

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November 10, 2020
Early data suggests Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is effective.

Ten pharmaceutical companies across the world are in the final stages of testing a vaccine for the novel coronavirus, according to Channel 3000. Image courtesy of the CDC, public domain. Author: Cailyn Schiltz Pfizer’s early data reports that their …

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November 06, 2020
Wisconsin Football cancels Purdue game because of team COVID-19 outbreak

Author: Wade Flavion MADISON- Wisconsin Football announced on Tuesday night that because of a continued rise in cases of COVID-19 among players and staff that the game on Nov. 7th against the Purdue Boilermakers will be canceled. The Badgers will …

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