Vaccinated people half as likely to be infected with COVID-19, new study says
The 37-page study showed participants who reported being vaccinated were at substantially reduced risk of testing positive for COVID-19 compared with those who reported not being vaccinated.
The 37-page study showed participants who reported being vaccinated were at substantially reduced risk of testing positive for COVID-19 compared with those who reported not being vaccinated.
COVID-19 lambda variant: What to know about the coronavirus strain
WHO officials have described the lambda variant as a “variant of interest,” but researchers say more studies are needed to understand its potential impact.
WHO officials have described the lambda variant as a “variant of interest,” but researchers say more studies are needed to understand its potential impact.
New COVID-19 cases in US surpassed 100K for past 2 days
On Aug. 3, the U.S. recorded 127,976 new daily cases and on Aug. 4, the country counted 106,557 new daily COVID-19 cases.
On Aug. 3, the U.S. recorded 127,976 new daily cases and on Aug. 4, the country counted 106,557 new daily COVID-19 cases.
Wisconsin state employee mask mandate: Effective indoors Aug. 5
Wisconsin state employees and contractors must wear face masks when inside state facilities or performing duties indoors beginning Thursday, Aug. 5. That is in accordance with updated CDC, DHS and local public health guidance.
Wisconsin state employees and contractors must wear face masks when inside state facilities or performing duties indoors beginning Thursday, Aug. 5. That is in accordance with updated CDC, DHS and local public health guidance.
Wisconsin rental assistance available; eviction moratorium lapsed
While some may be challenged to find a way to make rent, there is help out there for Wisconsin renters. And while evictions are on hold yet again, it may not last.
While some may be challenged to find a way to make rent, there is help out there for Wisconsin renters. And while evictions are on hold yet again, it may not last.
State Fair ride inspections on eve of opening
The 170th Wisconsin State Fair starts Thursday, Aug. 5, but before the doors open, one final safety check of the State Fair rides took place Wednesday.
The 170th Wisconsin State Fair starts Thursday, Aug. 5, but before the doors open, one final safety check of the State Fair rides took place Wednesday.
Barbie honors COVID-19 pandemic heroes with custom dolls
Barbie launches six new dolls honoring women in STEM who have become heroes during the pandemic.
Barbie launches six new dolls honoring women in STEM who have become heroes during the pandemic.
Shorewood, Whitefish Bay schools: Masks required indoors
The Shorewood and Whitefish Bay School Districts announced masks will be required for students returning to the classroom in the fall.
The Shorewood and Whitefish Bay School Districts announced masks will be required for students returning to the classroom in the fall.
Groups support vaccine choice on behalf of health care workers
All of southeastern Wisconsin's largest health care systems will require their staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 come fall, a decision criticized by dozens of advocacy groups, including some health care workers.
All of southeastern Wisconsin's largest health care systems will require their staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 come fall, a decision criticized by dozens of advocacy groups, including some health care workers.
UW-Parkside COVID vaccine incentives offered
UW-Parkside is offering incentives, including a laptop and student scholarships, in a push for faculty, staff and students to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
UW-Parkside is offering incentives, including a laptop and student scholarships, in a push for faculty, staff and students to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 lung X-rays show difference between vaccinated, unvaccinated patients
A hospital shared lung X-rays of vaccinated and unvaccinated COVID-19 patients in an effort to show the vaccine’s effectiveness at preventing severe illness.
A hospital shared lung X-rays of vaccinated and unvaccinated COVID-19 patients in an effort to show the vaccine’s effectiveness at preventing severe illness.
Memorials for COVID-19 victims taking shape across US
A memorial grove to COVID-19 victims has been planted in Ohio, and governors and lawmakers elsewhere are pursuing similar permanent remembrances.
A memorial grove to COVID-19 victims has been planted in Ohio, and governors and lawmakers elsewhere are pursuing similar permanent remembrances.
COVID-19: What to know about symptoms, the delta variant and vaccines
COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and vaccine rates are all increasing amid the spread of the delta variant. Here are some answers to common questions about the variant and the vaccines.
COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and vaccine rates are all increasing amid the spread of the delta variant. Here are some answers to common questions about the variant and the vaccines.
Advocate Aurora Health: COVID vaccinations for staff by Oct. 15
Advocate Aurora Health announced on Wednesday, Aug. 4 it will require team members to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by Oct. 15.
Advocate Aurora Health announced on Wednesday, Aug. 4 it will require team members to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by Oct. 15.
Home Depot requires employees to wear masks, will offer masks to customers
Home Depot will require all employees contractors and vendors to wear masks inside their stores, distribution centers, office locations and customer homes.
Home Depot will require all employees contractors and vendors to wear masks inside their stores, distribution centers, office locations and customer homes.
Potential future shutdowns worry Milwaukee business owners
With COVID cases on the rise, some cities and businesses across the nation are once again enforcing new restrictions. New York City announced it will require vaccines for people entering places like gyms and restaurants.
With COVID cases on the rise, some cities and businesses across the nation are once again enforcing new restrictions. New York City announced it will require vaccines for people entering places like gyms and restaurants.
Vaccine passport too complex, Evers says, as NYC requires shots
With COVID cases on the rise, some cities and businesses across the nation are once again enforcing new restrictions. New York City announced it will require vaccines for people entering places like gyms and restaurants.
With COVID cases on the rise, some cities and businesses across the nation are once again enforcing new restrictions. New York City announced it will require vaccines for people entering places like gyms and restaurants.
Pfizer gets $3.5 billion contract to produce and donate 500M COVID-19 vaccines
The U.S. Department of Defense would like Pfizer, Inc. to produce and distribute 500 million COVID-19 vaccines internationally.
The U.S. Department of Defense would like Pfizer, Inc. to produce and distribute 500 million COVID-19 vaccines internationally.
CDC orders new 60-day eviction moratorium amid COVID-19 surge
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved a renewed, 60-day eviction moratorium that would protect areas where 90% of the U.S. population lives on Tuesday.
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved a renewed, 60-day eviction moratorium that would protect areas where 90% of the U.S. population lives on Tuesday.
Masks in schools: CDC, doctors say delta variant 'much more contagious'
The CDC and local health officials recommend masks for all students and staff in schools as COVID cases continue to rise.
The CDC and local health officials recommend masks for all students and staff in schools as COVID cases continue to rise.