Look before you leap: Health officials warn of harmful algae blooms in Winnebago County waters

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Wis. (WBAY) - Winnebago County health officials say they’re getting reports of harmful algae blooms in area waterways, and it’s the kind of summer problem that can turn a day at the water into a sick day for kids or pets. Health officials say toxins from...

City of Oshkosh breaks ground on upgrades to wastewater treatment plant

OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- Upgrades are coming to the wastewater treatment plant on North Campbell Road in Oshkosh. The city broke ground on work for the tertiary filtration project. The new filtration devices will reduce phosphorous discharge into the Fox River. Chlorine disinfection devices will be replaced with ultraviolet disinfection devices.

Thedacare First in the Region to Secure Da Vinci SP Robotic Surgery System

Thedacare First in the Region to Secure Da Vinci SP Robotic Surgery System. Expanding Local Access to Advanced Surgery Options. In a bold step toward advancing innovation and patient-centered care, ThedaCare is the first healthcare system in northeast and central Wisconsin to secure the da Vinci SP (Single Port) robotic surgery system. The investment from the generosity of the ThedaCare Family of Foundations and the ThedaCare Foundation-Neenah expands access to minimally invasive surgical procedures which can enhance the experience for patients and families across the region. The robot was used by teams at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah who performed first surgeries for patients in June 2026.

BayCare Pain and Rehab breaks ground on new Green Bay facility

Local news about the companies, people and issues that impact business in Northeast Wisconsin and beyond. BayCare Pain & Rehab broke ground on a new 15,000-square-foot facility at 1990 Huron Road, Green Bay. The location will be the new home of both Pain & Rehab and Neuropsychology. It is expected...

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Names New CEO

A new leader has been selected at a local rehabilitation center. Brittani Coffey has been named Chief Executive Officer of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeshore in Cleveland. She has a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Central Methodist University in Fayette, Montana, and a master’s degree in nursing leadership and management from...

Wisconsin residents want $10M PFAS settlement spent on safe water, health study

Marinette and Peshtigo-area residents told regulators Monday that they want the state to use a recent $10 million settlement over PFAS contamination to fund a health study and safe water for community members. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources held a listening session on how to spend funds from a...

Hospital tests robotic nurse

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - AI is finding its way into the medical field. You’ll find an example of this in Italy, where a robotic nurse is being tested in a hospital. This Nurse “Ratchet” has been operating via human control since April but is expected to be fully autonomous next month.

Wisconsin residents want $10M PFAS settlement spent on safe water, health study

Marinette and Peshtigo-area residents told regulators Monday that they want the state to use a recent $10 million settlement over PFAS contamination to fund a health study and safe water for community members. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources held a listening session on how to spend funds from a...

HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center reaches major milestone in renovation, expansion efforts

GREEN BAY – HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center is one step closer to a new six-story, state-of-the-art inpatient tower that will increase access to care on Green Bay’s west side. Demolition is now underway on the hospital’s North Building— the future site of the new tower— marking the latest milestone in HSHS’ historic $270 million capital investment to revitalize its Green Bay hospitals.

Unity and Meadowbrook Open a New Hospice Wing in Oconto Falls

While hospice care in Oconto Falls has been limited in the past, it is now getting new additions for those in need. Unity and Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls are partnering to open a dedicated hospice care wing. The Unity Sunset Wing at Meadowbrook will provide hospice care around the clock...

Demolition begins at St. Mary's

Demolition is now underway on the North Building at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital, making room for a new six-story inpatient tower as part of the hospital's $270 million campus revitalization project.

"Deeply disappointed": Residents react to PFAS settlement

Some residents impacted by PFAS, or forever chemicals, from Tyco Fire Products in Marinette say $10 million is too little a price for the damage the manufacturer has inflicted on the local water supply.

Sarah Docter promoted to lead Fond du Lac Senior Center

FOND DU LAC – The City of Fond du Lac has promoted Sarah Docter to director of the Fond du Lac Senior Center. Docter has been with the center since 2015, serving as program coordinator, according to a community announcement. Fond du Lac Senior Center During her tenure as program coordinator, Docter built community partnerships, managed budgets and resources, led teams, and coordinated outreach initiatives that have strengthened the center's impact and community connections. Take a look: Waupun council approves road work and liquor renewals Before joining the Senior Center, she worked as a social work designee at nursing homes in the Fond du Lac area. As program coordinator, she developed programs that promote engagement, independence and well-being, enhancing the quality of life for seniors throughout the community, according to the announcement. This story was created by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct .​ This article originally appeared on Fond du Lac Reporter: Sarah Docter promoted to lead Fond du Lac Senior Center

Green Bay ophthalmologist travels to Mongolia to expand eye care access

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A local eye doctor is helping tackle a global health challenge. She’s traveling across the world, working with other medical professionals to expand access to specialized eye care in under-served communities. For millions of people around the world, preventing blindness depends on access to...

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Wisconsin hails Tyco's $10 million PFAS settlement; City calls it 'a drop in the bucket'

"The word of the day is underwhelming from our perspective."

St. Agnes Hospital Recognized for Zero CAUTI Rate

FOND DU LAC – SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review for reporting zero cases of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI), placing it among 508 U.S. hospitals with that distinction. According to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data, only 10 hospitals in...

Oconto Falls nursing home adds hospice wing with around-the-clock care

OCONTO FALLS (WLUK) -- A new hospice wing at an Oconto Falls nursing home will provide dedicated care to end-of-life patients. Unity Hospice, a nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider in Northeast Wisconsin, partnered with Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls to open the space. It's part of an effort to meet the growing demand for hospice care in this region.

ThedaCare completes Graduate Medical Education Simulation Lab in Neenah

NEENAH – ThedaCare has completed a new 2,200-square-foot Simulation Lab in Neenah to support its Graduate Medical Education (GME) program and enhance clinical training for future physicians and care teams. Chris Stenberg – vice president of graduate medical education and clinical research for ThedaCare – said the facility includes...

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recognizes Rennes nurses

PESHTIGO – Rennes Group proudly announced that both Rennes Health & Rehab Center – Peshtigo East and Rennes Health & Rehab Center – Peshtigo West have achieved a prestigious 5-Star Quality Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) — the highest possible rating awarded to skilled nursing facilities.