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February 25, 2015
MADISON—The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, has recognized the Wisconsin Coalition for Collaborative Excellence in Assisted Living (WCCEAL) as part of its 2015 Bright Ideas Program . The distinction is made for...
February 12, 2015
The Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced that Patrick Cork has been appointed Administrator of the Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. He has served as Deputy Administrator of the same Division since 2011, holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from UW-Milwaukee,...
January 23, 2015
A recent outbreak of 70 measles cases traced to Disneyland shows that it’s a small world after all, and health officials are encouraging families to make sure they are current on all recommended vaccinations, especially before any spring break trips. “One of the best ways to protect the health of...
January 22, 2015
Department of Health Services Secretary Kitty Rhoades announced that the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has been awarded a $1 Million grant to pilot a Child Psychiatry Consultation Program (CPCP) in Milwaukee County and in 15 counties in northern Wisconsin. “Mental health is important to the...
January 14, 2015
MADISON—Wisconsin is experiencing an especially bad influenza season, and the state Department of Health Services (DHS) is urging people who may have the flu, or other illnesses, to stay home from work or school to avoid spreading sickness. “People may think they’re being tough and responsible by...
January 7, 2015
MADISON – The Department of Health Services and the City of Milwaukee Health Department today confirmed that a child in the city of Milwaukee has died from complications related to influenza. In Wisconsin, deaths from influenza are only reportable if they are pediatric (under age 18) deaths...
January 6, 2015
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has updated its list of heating centers around the state for people to get out of the dangerous cold. View the list of warming sites. View the Department's Cold Weather-Related Health and Safety Tips (Hypothermia) . This page includes valuable information...
Last Revised: February 10, 2015
