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The manufacturer of firefighting foam that contaminated the water supply in northeast Wisconsin with PFAS chemicals for decades has agreed to a $10 million settlement with the state.
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Wisconsin has the highest rate of deadly falls in the country among people age 65 and older
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The Wisconsin Attorney General’s Office says people in the state turned in 57-thousand pounds of unwanted medications
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This is not just an issue affecting older adults. It’s one of the more common cancers seen in people in their 20s and 30s.
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Concerns exist that warning labels meant to reduce emotional dependence could actually backfire
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Wisconsin has the nation’s highest reported death rate from falls among older adults. But many falls can be prevented through balance drills and classes — from ballroom dancing to parkour — that build strength and stability.
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More people than usual for this time of year are going to the emergency department for tick bites. It prompted the CDC to issue a statement last month urging people to protect themselves from ticks.
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An estimated 276,000 Wisconsinites could lose their Medicaid coverage over the next decade
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People who feel a stronger sense of belonging and connection in their community are less likely to experience mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and stress.Building that connection can be a struggle for some.The Lincoln County Health Department created a challenge to help.
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Mosquitoes love wet, warm climates and we’ve certainly gotten the wet part of the equation so far this spring.But does that mean we’re going to spending summer swatting mosquitoes?
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Supporters say the policy could impact many patients who rely on costly medications.