Wauwatosa 'pill mill,' 2 federally convicted

Two co-owners of a Wauwatosa business were convicted by a federal jury of conspiracy to distribute and unlawful distribution of controlled substances.

Ex-Purdue Pharma president denies responsibility for opioid crisis

Former Purdue Pharma president and chair Richard Sackler says he, his family and the company do not have any responsibility for the opioid crisis in the United States.

FDA approves swap for cheaper insulin over pricier brand-name

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.

Health care enrollment open for those receiving unemployment
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From job loss to sickness, so many people have faced hardships during the coronavirus pandemic, and health care is even more important right now. A special enrollment period ends Aug. 15.

Luther Manor celebrates 60th anniversary in Wauwatosa

Luther Manor, a senior living community in Wauwatosa, celebrated its 60th anniversary on Tuesday, July 13.

California to pay victims of forced, coerced sterilizations

California is poised to approve reparations up to $25,000 to victims who were among the thousands of people — some as young as 13 — who decades ago were sterilized because state officials deemed them unfit to have children.

Rogers Behavioral Health is now hiring nurses

Now hiring. It's a sign hanging in front of many businesses across the country right now. Rogers Behavioral Health is hosting three walk-in hiring events for registered nurses.

Walmart insulin: Low-cost, private brand launched for diabetes patients

Walmart unveiled a low-cost version of analog insulin that it will sell in an effort to help Americans who struggle to pay for the diabetes drug.

COVID disrupts some kids' immunizations; unexpected virus present

Kids' immune systems falling behind during the pandemic isn't a concern for one pediatrician -- but falling behind on immunizations is. Now, unexpected respiratory virus cases are on the rise in some states.

American Rescue Plan health insurance enrollment

The American Rescue Plan has not only provided resources to assist during the pandemic, but it also expands access to health insurance coverage. 

School program targets health care worker need

A Grandview High School program – Independence First – is creating health care career opportunities and removing barriers for disadvantaged and at-risk youth.

Governor pitchs BadgerCare expansion in Milwaukee

Gov. Evers called a special session for Tuesday, May 25, asking the Legislature to expand BadgerCare – but he can't force a debate or vote.

Wisconsin municipalities sue opioid companies

In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit in Wisconsin, 11 municipalities are suing 20 pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution companies for their role in the opioid epidemic.

Colorectal cancer screening age lowered to 45 from 50

Americans should start getting screened for colon cancer earlier, at age 45 instead of waiting until they're 50.

Milwaukee County Jail receives national accreditation for health care excellence
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Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell Lucas announced on Monday, May 17 that the Milwaukee County Jail has achieved accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care for achieving excellence in accordance with standards for health care in jails.

National Nurses Day is Thursday, beginning a weeklong celebration of the profession

May 6 is National Nurses Day, which marks the beginning of National Nurses Week — a period Congress designated in 1982 to recognize and appreciate the work nurses do every day to save lives.

African-American organ donor need profiled in Milwaukee art exhibit

An art exhibit at America's Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee is shining a lot on the need for African-American organ donors in the city.

Wisconsin DHS updates COVID-19 hospital data webpage

The update puts all COVID-19 hospital data on one page, so Wisconsinites can more easily find the information they need.