Omicron sub-variant BA.2 ‘under investigation,’ detected in US
The UK Health Security Agency said early analysis suggests BA.2 is more infectious than the first omicron strain but scientists haven't spotted any meaningful differences between the strains.
The UK Health Security Agency said early analysis suggests BA.2 is more infectious than the first omicron strain but scientists haven't spotted any meaningful differences between the strains.
New Omicron subvariant BA.2 detected in Washington
A new sub-variant of COVID-19, the BA.2 variant, has been detected in Washington, health officials announced Monday.
A new sub-variant of COVID-19, the BA.2 variant, has been detected in Washington, health officials announced Monday.
VP Harris in Milwaukee, lead pipe replacement touted
Vice President Kamala Harris said Monday in Milwaukee that removing and replacing lead pipes is a moral imperative and must be one of the nation's highest priorities, pointing to the environmental and health risks lead exposure presents from children to the elderly.
Vice President Kamala Harris said Monday in Milwaukee that removing and replacing lead pipes is a moral imperative and must be one of the nation's highest priorities, pointing to the environmental and health risks lead exposure presents from children to the elderly.
Novak Djokovic could play in France under latest COVID-19 vaccine rules
Top-ranked player Novak Djokovic could be allowed to defend his French Open title under the latest COVID-19 rules adopted Monday by the French government, even if he is still not vaccinated when the clay-court Grand Slam starts in May.
Top-ranked player Novak Djokovic could be allowed to defend his French Open title under the latest COVID-19 rules adopted Monday by the French government, even if he is still not vaccinated when the clay-court Grand Slam starts in May.
COVID test sites remain closed amid investigations into provider
Ten coronavirus test sites across southeast Wisconsin will remain closed until further notice. Meanwhile, investigations into the test provider are heating up.
Ten coronavirus test sites across southeast Wisconsin will remain closed until further notice. Meanwhile, investigations into the test provider are heating up.
Milwaukee COVID sites closed Tuesday, Jan. 25 due to bitter cold
The extreme cold is forcing three Milwaukee COVID testing sites to close on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
The extreme cold is forcing three Milwaukee COVID testing sites to close on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
US COVID-19 cases dropping despite spikes in some regions, CDC data shows
CDC data shows overall COVID-19 cases are dropping in the U.S., but some cases are still rising in some states.
CDC data shows overall COVID-19 cases are dropping in the U.S., but some cases are still rising in some states.
Sarah Palin tests positive for COVID, NY Times defamation trial delayed
Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin tested positive for coronavirus, again, as her courtroom battle with the New York Times over claims of defamation was set to begin.
Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin tested positive for coronavirus, again, as her courtroom battle with the New York Times over claims of defamation was set to begin.
Milwaukee COVID wastewater levels could soon go down, researchers say
Researchers have been taking samples from wastewater treatment plants like the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and testing them for COVID-19.
Researchers have been taking samples from wastewater treatment plants like the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and testing them for COVID-19.
Milwaukee COVID wastewater levels could soon go down, researchers say
Researchers have been taking samples from wastewater treatment plants like the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and testing them for COVID-19.
Researchers have been taking samples from wastewater treatment plants like the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and testing them for COVID-19.
Fauci: Omicron COVID-19 infections likely to peak in February
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he was "as confident as you can be" that states will hit their highest point of infections in February
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he was "as confident as you can be" that states will hit their highest point of infections in February
UW-Madison cancer research uses sharks to study treatment
UW-Madison cancer researchers are getting help from a unique partner on campus – sharks. Dr. Aaron LeBeau is leading the research.
UW-Madison cancer researchers are getting help from a unique partner on campus – sharks. Dr. Aaron LeBeau is leading the research.
Oak Creek N95 mask giveaway hopes to curb COVID
The Oak Creek Health Department on Saturday handed out N95 masks in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep the community healthy.
The Oak Creek Health Department on Saturday handed out N95 masks in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep the community healthy.
Young Americans dying sooner from violence, poverty, racial injustices, researchers say
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
FDA acts to expand use of treatment for COVID-19 patients with mild-to-moderate disease
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
Milwaukee COVID cases, positivity decline
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate compared to the previous week.
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate compared to the previous week.
CDC: Vaccine, previous infection offered added protection against delta
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
N95 masks: Where to find them for free
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
University of Wisconsin System president named
University of Wisconsin System leaders on Friday chose a business attorney with no experience administrating higher education as the next system president.
University of Wisconsin System leaders on Friday chose a business attorney with no experience administrating higher education as the next system president.
Contact 6 tests insurance coverage, at-home COVID tests
It?s now more affordable for Americans to test themselves for COVID-19 at home.
It?s now more affordable for Americans to test themselves for COVID-19 at home.