Rep. Ed Brooks Among 23 Republicans Planning To Introduce Package Of Bills Totaling $3.5M By Shamane Mills The number of older residents in Wisconsin is high compared to other states; that means the demand for health care is expected to rise at a time when the number of medical professionals is dwindling. Rep. Ed Brooks, […]
Report: Wisconsin Sees 70 Percent Increase In Fatal Drug Overdoses During Last Decade
Wisconsin’s Overdose Death Rate Similar To National Rate, According To Report By Shamane Mills Wisconsin has seen a surge in fatal overdoses during the last decade, and the state is catching up to other states in drug-related deaths. A new Wisconsin Department of Health Services report indicates drug overdose deaths in the state went up […]
Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association Hosts Its 7th National Seminar
Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association (BMBFA) presents its 7th National Seminar, “Beyond the Mom: Reframing the Approach to Maternal Care” on Friday, October 14, 2016, 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. This is a full day conference that takes place at Henry Ford Hospital, Education and Research Auditorium, 2799 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI 48202. The seminar has […]
Free Breast Cancer Screening Available
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women and is the second most common cause of death from cancer. Although early diagnosis can help create better outcomes, access to screening can be limited among people with low incomes and who lack health insurance. To reduce barriers […]
Wisconsin Childrens’ Health Lagging Women’s Health
Study Finds Prevalence Of Drug And Alcohol Abuse Among Adolescents By Haleema Shah The 2016 Health of Women and Children Report by the United Health Foundation found that when it comes to the health of women and children, Wisconsin ranks at number 15 out of 50. That’s a “middle-of-the-road” ranking according to Dr. Ana Fuentevilla, […]
The Barbershop and Men’s Health Partnership
A New Way to Access Health Information and Increase Equity for Men of Color Health education, wellness promotion and diabetes support for men of color and their families will be the focus of a new center that will open October 4th. The Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association (RLWA) Men’s Health & Education Center will be located inside […]
Wisconsin Department of Health Services Requests $450M Increase To Cover Growing Medicaid Costs
Spending Hike Less Than Previous Budget By Laurel White Medicaid costs are expected to grow again in the next state budget, but the increase will be less than in recent years. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is requesting a $450 million funding increase to cover Medicaid spending in the next biennial budget. In her […]
New Name, Renewed Promise
You may have noticed a recent change at Dean & St. Mary’s – new signs, a new look and a new name. The change is significant, but this new name – SSM Health – is a thoughtful, meaningful change. Who is SSM Health? SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system based in St. Louis, […]
Wisconsin Makes Gains In Health Coverage
Census Data Shows Uninsured Rate Dropped To 5.7 Percent Last Year By Shamane Mills Wisconsin’s uninsured rate continues to go down. The U.S. Census Bureau reported the state’s uninsured rate last year dropped to 5.7 percent, meaning 323,000 Wisconsin residents went without health coverage in 2015. That number has steadily dropped since the Affordable Care […]
Hospitals & Clinics Come Together Under One Name – SSM Health
New name reflects commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience At our clinics and hospitals all across southern Wisconsin, employees and community members celebrated today as hospital leaders unveiled new signs along with a renewed commitment to patients. Beginning today, our hospitals, clinics, care centers and health plan in southern Wisconsin will be known as: […]
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