COVID-19 is surging in Wisconsin. Hospitals are filling up, businesses are closing and residents are becoming fatigued. A Wisconsin Health News panel will discuss the impact of the recent uptick and examine what's next for the Badger State. Panelists: Eric Borgerding, Wisconsin Hospital Association CEO Dr. Ryan Westergaard, Chief Medical Officer for Communicable Disease, Department […]

Wisconsin could soon be receiving its first doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. Department of Health Services Deputy Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk will provide an update on what the state is doing to get ready, and the challenges that remain. This live, virtual event is free. Event Details: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 12:00 p.m. to 12:20 p.m. […]

Schools across Wisconsin shifted to virtual learning in the spring of 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic started its initial spread. Since then, many have attempted to reopen, while the state’s largest school districts have mostly stayed closed. With COVID-19 still at some of its highest levels since the pandemic began, health officials are starting to […]

As lawmakers return to Madison, healthcare issues are certain to remain front and center. What steps will the Legislature take to address the COVID-19 pandemic? What health issues will make it into the next budget? What else will lawmakers prioritize? A bipartisan panel of legislators will tackle these questions and more during a Feb. 9 […]

A coalition of law enforcement, healthcare providers and counties recently released a framework on how to reform the state’s complex mental health crisis system. That includes a focus in changing the emergency detention process, which can sometimes lead to law enforcement transporting those in crisis across the state if there aren’t available psychiatric beds. A […]

Gov. Tony Evers will discuss the health proposals in his next budget and his continued efforts to combat the COVID-19 crisis during a Wisconsin Health News Newsmaker event. This virtual event is free. Event Details: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 12 p.m. Register to receive the livestream link prior to the event. WHN Newsmaker Series is sponsored by: […]

Aspirus CEO Matt Heywood will discuss how his growing health system has responded to COVID-19 and its impact on the region at an April 13 Wisconsin Health News Newsmaker Event. This virtual event is free. Event Details: Tuesday, April 13, 2021 12 p.m. Register here to receive the livestream link prior to the event. WHN Newsmaker Series […]

COVID-19 vaccines are ramping up in the Badger State. But how long will it take for all Wisconsinites who want a shot to get one? What steps are being taken to ensure that vaccines are distributed in an equitable manner? How are officials reaching communities hesitant to get their shot? A panel of experts will […]

Rules put in place during the Trump administration could usher in a new wave of transparency in healthcare. Proponents say this will increase competition and drive down the cost of healthcare. But how much these changes will impact patient decisions - and spending - remains to be seen. On May 11, Wisconsin Health News is […]

Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, R-Oostburg, will provide an update on the state budget and discuss his caucus' health priorities for the legislative session during a Wisconsin Health News Newsmaker Event. This virtual event is free. Event Details:  Tuesday, June 8, 2021 12 p.m. Register to receive the livestream link prior to the event. WHN Newsmaker Series […]