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Milwaukee Clinic Opens Pharmacy Monday as Walgreens Closures Leave Gaps
Lisbon Avenue Health Center — Approximate Site of New Pharmacy. A Milwaukee health center is opening its own retail pharmacy Monday, October 26, offering comprehensive prescription care to anyone who walks in — not just its own patients. Progressive Community Health Centers says the new pharmacy, called Progressive Community Rx, will begin filling prescriptions at 8 a.m. on the lower level of its Lisbon Avenue Health Center at 3522 W. Lisbon Ave.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
More mobile crisis units needed for mental health response | Letters
Tragedy occurs as a result of untreated mental illness. For example, the deaths of babies and children, school shootings, defensive police shootings. Perhaps what has worked in the past may help. Years ago, before the 90’s, the public health department made home visits to every newborn baby regardless of income or immigration status. These registered nurses were able to assess the baby and the mother. They could detect child abuse and post-partum depression and obtain the necessary resources. There also existed, prior to the Reagan administration , mental health clinics located within each community called catchment areas. These clinics were staffed by mental health professionals and treated clients of all insurance and incomes. One partial solution to the shortage of mental health professionals: clinical psychologists, psychiatrists and advanced practice nurses, would be to pay for a portion of their education in exchange for practicing for four years in the area mental health care. He deserves a second chance: Tony Romo was in a class by himself as an NFL commentator | Letter Many communities, including Milwaukee, have a mobile crisis unit staffed by mental health professionals who, along with the police, respond to someone in acute situations. More of these
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Milwaukee leaders urge residents to get flu, COVID-19 vaccines as respiratory illness season begins
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — With respiratory illness season underway, Milwaukee leaders are encouraging residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families. Mayor Cavalier Johnson joined local health officials Thursday to emphasize the importance of staying up to date on flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. Officials said vaccination rates...
Wisconsin Examiner
Clinic union certified, but Rogers Behavioral declines to say it will start bargaining
A federal official has affirmed the pro-union vote at a West Allis mental health clinic, rejecting challenges to the outcome lodged by Rogers Behavioral Health. The decision, issued Oct. 15 by National Labor Relations Board regional director Jennifer Hadsall, certifies the National Union of Healthcare Workers as the official representative for employees at the Rogers […]
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Aurora Health Care teammates plant 100 trees at Milwaukee’s Popuch Park
Initiative supports healthier communities and progress toward 30,000-tree goal. Aurora Health Care, part of Advocate Health, joined Milwaukee County Parks staff and community leaders Tuesday to plant 100 trees at Popuch Park, supporting efforts to expand Milwaukee’s urban tree canopy and create healthier, more resilient neighborhoods. The event supports...
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World Menopause Day Shines a Light on Women’s Midlife Changes; Menopausal Health Conference Set for November 14 in Milwaukee, WI
In recognition of World Menopause Day on October 18, A Woman’s Harvest invites women, menopause health professionals, and community leaders to the Menopausal Health Conference on November 14, 9:00-4:00pm at 821 N 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI. The Menopausal Health Conference is a multi-discipline and multi-cultural event featuring segments on perimenopause and menopause basics, Indigenous healing, holistic care, sound healing, and menopause legislation.
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National Labor Relations Board files complaint over illegal firings at Rogers Behavioral Health
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — The National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against Rogers Behavioral Health, claiming the organization illegally fired six workers at its West Allis treatment center. The firings came as workers were in the middle of trying to form a union. According to the NLRB,...
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Froedtert ThedaCare Celebrating Multiple Honors
Froedtert ThedaCare is celebrating multiple recognitions from different organizations. Froedtert ThedaCare and the Medical College of Wisconsin have earned the gold-level recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as Joy in Medicine organizations. Awarded by the AMA, the Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program honor reflects these organizations’ commitment...
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New forensic science and protective medicine facility opens in Wauwatosa
WAUWATOSA — Gov. Tony Evers and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley joined local leaders Friday to celebrate the opening of a new forensic science and protective medicine facility. The four-story facility houses Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Crime Lab, the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office and the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency...