By Dr. Stacia’ Alexander Texas Metro News iMessenger Media The sudden call to think extremely out of the norm took nearly the entire population of the world out of their comfort zone. Many took the stance of a sincere awareness, but some were so distanced from it that there was little change in pattern. They […]
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Health Care Leaders Urge Patients to Resume Treatments Delayed by Covid-19
By Edgar Mendez – Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Marissa Hernandez, a 31-year-old mother of six, faced a difficult decision once the coronavirus pandemic began: Should she take her 4-year-old daughter […]
Safe and Fun Summer Activities in the Age of the Coronavirus Pandemic
By Karen Stokes After being quarantined for months, the sun, blue skies and warm temperatures are calling us outdoors. However, the coronavirus is still a threat and there are concerns on how to safely engage in activities this summer. “Safer at Home” has given time for scientists to better understand how the virus spreads. While […]
Common Reactions to COVID-19 in Children
By Emily Stone BS, CCLS, certified child life specialist, Children’s Wisconsin With all of the changes COVID-19 has brought to our daily lives, children in particular have a difficult time talking about their fears and may show behavioral signs that they are experiencing an increase in stress. Below are a few common reactions children may […]
The Mental Health Toll of Current Events
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Mental health. Those two words carry a lot of weight. For many years, there was a stigma associated with them and while the stigma still exists, it has diminished over time. In the past few months, the topic of mental health became a common one as many people have experienced new levels […]
Milwaukee County on Pace to Surpass Overdose Record Again in 2020
By Edgar Mendez – Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. The first drug overdose victim in May was just 21 years old. A mixed-race female, she died from a combination of fentanyl, […]
Wisconsin Residents Raise Awareness and Funds to Fight Alzheimer’s On The Longest Day
On June 20, the summer solstice and the day with the most light, Wisconsin residents will join advocates across the world to participate in The Longest Day® and to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through a fundraising activity of their choice. Together, they will use their creativity and passion to raise critical funds and awareness […]
Caring for Kids Safely During COVID-19
Kids will always be kids. They still run around and fall, get sick and grow before our eyes. At Children’s Wisconsin, we remain as committed as ever to be there for you and your family every step of the way. Know that when your kid needs medical care — be it at a primary care […]
Access to Wellness Resources and Healthy Food Started with a Nurse from the Neighborhood
By Karen Stokes Julia Means, community a nurse with Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital is known throughout her neighborhood as ‘The Nurse.’ As an intensive care nurse, she’s witnessed a lot of people coming to intensive care who were dying due to a lack of knowledge. “I felt if I could come out and do […]
Busy ER Physician Describes What you Should be Doing at Home to Help Your Immune System be Super Vigilant
Ara Suppiah, MD also cautions about one specific type of exercise that can temporarily stun the immune system By Dr. Ara Suppiah In addition to being cautious about social distancing and hand washing, many people are wondering what else they can do to give their immune system a helping hand. Emergency room and sports medicine […]
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