UW COVID study aims to make schools safer
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The coronavirus pandemic has been tough for kids who need special medical attention. Since they're higher risk for COVID-19, researchers are looking into making classrooms even safer.

UW COVID school study aimed at keeping kids safe

The coronavirus pandemic has been tough for kids who need special medical attention. Since they're higher risk for COVID-19, researchers are looking into making classrooms even safer.

Milwaukee COVID vaccine incentive; mayor encourages flu shots, too

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett provided updates on and encouraged COVID-19 testing and vaccination – as well as flu shots.

COVID vaccine: Children's Wisconsin prepares for expanded eligibility

Children ages 5-11 could get their first shot at Pfizer vaccine COVID-19 protection as early as Nov. 8, with some fully protected by Christmas.

Where are the workers? Cutoff of jobless aid does not bring them back

Three months after half the states began ending an extra $300-a-week in unemployment pay, there's been no significant influx of job seekers.

FDA green lights mixing COVID-19 booster shots
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The FDA has given the green light to health care providers to mix COVID-19 booster shots. Dr. Bill Hartman, principal investigator for the UW Health Pediatric Moderna vaccine trial, joined FOX6 News to talk about this development.

COVID-19 cases soar in Czech Republic; new restrictions imposed

The Czech Republic has been hit by a steep rise in coronavirus infections that have reached levels unseen since late April. In response, the government will require everyone to wear face coverings at workplaces.

AY4.2 variant: CDC says new delta sublineage of COVID-19 seen in US

Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the CDC, said Wednesday the AY4.2 sublineage recently identified in the United Kingdom has also been observed in the United States.

School lunch shortages impact MPS, plus 200 food service vacancies

A nutritional lunch is always important for school kids, but when the options become slim, district leaders must adjust. School districts in southeast Wisconsin are dealing with food supply shortages and asking for patience.

Wisconsin eager for kids' COVID vaccine: 'A huge help for us'

Health experts say we are getting much closer to children ages 5-11 being able to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas tests positive for COVID-19

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday morning despite being fully vaccinated, according to a statement from DHS spokesperson Marsha Espinosa.

Older adults are more susceptible to severe breakthrough COVID-19, studies show

Health officials say older adults are more at risk for severe COVID-19 breakthrough cases due to underlying medical conditions and less robust immune systems.