CDC says J&J vaccine has ‘small possible risk’ of rare neurological disorder
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine may pose a “small possible risk” of Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare but potentially dangerous neurological reaction, U.S. health officials said Monday.
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine may pose a “small possible risk” of Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare but potentially dangerous neurological reaction, U.S. health officials said Monday.
Pfizer to discuss booster shots with US health officials Monday
Pfizer says it plans to meet with top U.S. health officials Monday to discuss the drugmaker’s request for federal authorization of a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine.
Pfizer says it plans to meet with top U.S. health officials Monday to discuss the drugmaker’s request for federal authorization of a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine.
Managing college debt after loan forgiveness is lifted
While the coronavirus pandemic brought student loan forgiveness for some, reality will soon set in, as many students are trying to manage college debt. Finances are being affected, and there are ways to rebound and save.
While the coronavirus pandemic brought student loan forgiveness for some, reality will soon set in, as many students are trying to manage college debt. Finances are being affected, and there are ways to rebound and save.
Unvaccinated woman, 90, died with double variant infection, European researchers say
Researchers believe it’s the first documented case of its kind and, although rare, that similar dual COVID-19 infections are happening across the world.
Researchers believe it’s the first documented case of its kind and, although rare, that similar dual COVID-19 infections are happening across the world.
Tyson expands chicken recall over possible listeria contamination
Nearly 500,000 additional pounds of Tyson Foods chicken are being recalled over fears that it could be contaminated with harmful bacteria.
Nearly 500,000 additional pounds of Tyson Foods chicken are being recalled over fears that it could be contaminated with harmful bacteria.
Fauci: Too soon to say if Americans may need vaccine booster
The top U.S. infectious diseases expert said Sunday “it is entirely conceivable, maybe likely” that Americans will need a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in the coming months, but it is too soon for the government to recommend another shot.
The top U.S. infectious diseases expert said Sunday “it is entirely conceivable, maybe likely” that Americans will need a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in the coming months, but it is too soon for the government to recommend another shot.
Belgian woman dies after co-infection from 2 COVID-19 strains
A 90-year-old Belgian died after suffering simultaneous infections from two COVID-19 variants.
A 90-year-old Belgian died after suffering simultaneous infections from two COVID-19 variants.
Unvaccinated people account for 'virtually all' COVID-19 hospitalizations, deaths, White House says
Unvaccinated people now account for “virtually all” COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths in the United States, according to the White House.
Unvaccinated people now account for “virtually all” COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths in the United States, according to the White House.
$30M for Milwaukee housing, mayor says of Rescue Plan funds
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced a plan to support various housing initiatives across the city totaling more than $30 million.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced a plan to support various housing initiatives across the city totaling more than $30 million.
Study: COVID causes brain changes
New report says COVID-19 causes significant molecular changes in the human brain, but leaves no molecular trace of itself in brain tissue.
New report says COVID-19 causes significant molecular changes in the human brain, but leaves no molecular trace of itself in brain tissue.
COVID vaccine at Kenosha music events this summer
COVID-19 vaccinations will be available at a number of live music events in Kenosha over the summer, organizers announced Friday, July 9.
COVID-19 vaccinations will be available at a number of live music events in Kenosha over the summer, organizers announced Friday, July 9.
MCTS bus driver helps young man get to work
One MCTS bus driver is trying to show the positives in helping out youth in our community.
One MCTS bus driver is trying to show the positives in helping out youth in our community.
COVID vaccine: NBA Finals ticket raffle with shot before Game 4
The Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) on Friday, July 9 reported worsening COVID-19 case burden trends for the preceding week.
The Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) on Friday, July 9 reported worsening COVID-19 case burden trends for the preceding week.
CDC: Vaccinated students, teachers can ditch masks; MPS to require
Fully vaccinated teachers and students can skip the masks, new CDC guidance says. It also suggests flexibility for local districts to make their own calls.
Fully vaccinated teachers and students can skip the masks, new CDC guidance says. It also suggests flexibility for local districts to make their own calls.
Geographic breakdown of COVID vaccination data in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services released maps and data tables that break down COVID-19 vaccinations by new geographic boundaries.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services released maps and data tables that break down COVID-19 vaccinations by new geographic boundaries.
Aduhelm: FDA head calls for review of Alzheimer's drug
Dr. Janet Woodcock, the acting head of the FDA, is calling for a review of highly unusual contacts between her agency’s drug reviewers and the maker of a controversial new Alzheimer’s drug.
Dr. Janet Woodcock, the acting head of the FDA, is calling for a review of highly unusual contacts between her agency’s drug reviewers and the maker of a controversial new Alzheimer’s drug.
Racine Public Library COVID vaccine pop-up July 14
The Racine Public Library announced that on Wednesday, July 14, the AMI Vaccination Clinic will host a pop-up vaccine clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Racine Public Library announced that on Wednesday, July 14, the AMI Vaccination Clinic will host a pop-up vaccine clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Several countries in Asia reinstate COVID-19 restrictions amid rapid infections
Several countries around Asia and the Pacific that are experiencing their first major surges of the coronavirus have rushed to implement tough restrictions.
Several countries around Asia and the Pacific that are experiencing their first major surges of the coronavirus have rushed to implement tough restrictions.
Fully vaccinated people don’t need COVID-19 booster at this time, FDA, CDC say
The FDA and CDC said in a joint statement that Americans who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 do not need a booster shot at this time.
The FDA and CDC said in a joint statement that Americans who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 do not need a booster shot at this time.
Fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need masks, CDC says
The CDC said Friday that fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need to wear masks inside school buildings.
The CDC said Friday that fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need to wear masks inside school buildings.