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The FDA Approves Vaccines for Children Under 5 to 6 Months

June 18, 2022

By Karen Stokes On Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel recommended authorizing Moderna and Pfizer COVID vaccination shots for children under 5 to 6 months. The FDA will now decide whether to authorize the vaccines for emergency use in the youngest children. Before that can happen, the CDC’s panel of advisers will meet […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19, Dr. Cameron Webb, Karen Stokes, Vaccines for Children

Don’t Let COVID-19 Spoil Your Summer: How to Celebrate Juneteenth and Other Events Safely during the Pandemic

June 11, 2022

By Paula Penebaker Navigating the new normal, especially when it comes to summer celebrations, can be tricky with COVID-19 still circulating and infections on the rise in some communities. Even after two years, attending summer events like family cookouts, visiting amusement parks and enjoying music and cultural festivals, still comes with challenges thanks to what […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19, Juneteenth Day, Paula Penebaker

Democrats Blast Republicans on Lack of Response to Baby Formula Crisis

June 4, 2022

At a press conference on Wednesday June 1, four Milwaukee area legislators blasted Republicans in Congress including Representatives Steil, Fitzgerald, Grothman, Tiffany, and Gallagher for voting against emergency funding for baby formula distribution. The lack of action from Republicans failed Wisconsin parents amid a national shortage. “As someone who was elected to public office and […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Baby Formula Crisis, Chris Larson, Deb Andraca, Infant Formula Supplemental Appropriations Act, LaTonya Johnson, Robyn Vining, Wisconsin Democrats

EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MADISON TIMES

Waiving Patent Rights Will Make Us Less Prepared for the Next Pandemic

May 28, 2022

By Frank Samolis The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently released the text of a proposal to suspend patents on COVID-19 vaccines. All WTO members will vote on the proposal in June. The text won’t take effect unless all 164 members sign on. But if it is approved, companies in developing nations will be allowed to […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19 Vaccine, Frank Samolis, Patent Rights

Report Highlights Violence, Mental Health and Drug Use are Top Health Issues in the African American Community

May 21, 2022

By Karen Stokes Since 2012, the health system members of the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership (MHCP), Advocate Aurora Health, Ascension Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, and Froedtert Health, have committed to share funding and design of a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every three years. “To ensure a wide variety of voices and perspectives, diverse participants were […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Blueprint for Peace, Community Health Needs Assessment, Justin Rivas, Karen Stokes, Public Health

5 Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health

May 21, 2022

By Dena Vang The ongoing stress, fear, and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to many negative mental health impacts among children and adolescents. During the recent virtual town hall titled Mental Wealth: COVID’s Impact on Mental Health in the Black Community, a panel of trusted doctors discussed insights into how parents and caregivers […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Childrens Mental Health, COVID-19, Dena Vang, Mental Illness

Mental Wealth: COVID-19’s Impact on Mental Health in the Black Community Helpful Tips to Protect Your Mental Health

May 14, 2022

By Paula Penebaker People have been facing challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, including loneliness, isolation, missed milestones and increased anxiety. In addition, there are disparities in health care, such as access to health insurance and socio-economic pressures, that put Black people at even greater risk for trauma, grief and other mental health issues. The We […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19, Dr. Byron Jasper, Dr. Kendall Jasper, Dr. Samira Brown, Mental Health, Panel Discussions, Paula Penebaker

EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MADISON TIMES

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 7, 2022

By Gov. Tony Evers The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and here in Wisconsin, we know that to build a bright and strong future for our state, we must expand mental health programs and ensure every Wisconsinite has access to the care and support they need. For far too long, mental health […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Mental Health Month, Tony Evers

COVID-19 and Infertility

May 7, 2022

By Paula Penebaker On Mother’s Day, many moms recall bringing their newborn home. Some of the happiest moments moms experience are the “firsts” — first words, first steps, first birthday. However, this day of celebration can a painful reminder for women struggling with infertility. The stigma attached to infertility takes a toll on mental health. […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19, Dr. Rachel Villanueva, Infertility, Paula Penebaker

Wisconsin Seeing Mild to Moderate Increase in Covid-19 Cases

April 30, 2022

By Karen Stokes Dr. Ryan Westergaard, infectious disease specialist in Madison, Wisconsin, said during a news conference on Tuesday that the state was seeing mild to moderate increases in case activity level. “The seven day average is just over 1000. In the context of where we were in January with the Omicron spike it’s about […]

Popular Interests In This Article: COVID-19, Dr. Ryan Westergaard, Karen Stokes

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