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Currently, only those 12 years and older are approved by the federal government to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Clinical trials are underway to test vaccines in younger children and may not be available until later this year or early next year. State data shows that 26% of 12-17 year olds have had at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Percentages are higher for older teens. The overall statewide vaccination rate is on par with the nation’s rate, but pockets of unvaccinated people in the...

Cases and deaths before Memorial Day are lower than a year ago, but state doctor says risk of outbreaks and surges remains.

May 27, 2021 | 7:25 PM (Photo courtesy: UW Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies)   Family gatherings over the Memorial Day weekend may be a bit safer than a year ago. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, however, says families should still exercise caution despite signs of vaccination success. D-H-S Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ryan Westergaard says COVID-19 precautions should be in place for those who’ve not been vaccinated. “So, our recommendation for people who are gatheri...

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Five deaths and 46 hospitalizations due to COVID-19 were recorded on Wednesday by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

How do I find out about concerts? How do I get more details about something I heard over the air? How do I submit events to WORT’s Music Calendars? Who do I contact with changes or cancellations? WORT’s Music Calendars are a great resource to find out about concerts in all genres and places. Usually you’ll find details in the online listing or links to get more information. There’s a link to to submit your event at the top of the calendar page. You can also submit events, changes and ...

By Robert Kennedy May 13, 2021 | 8:56 AM MADISON, WI (WRN) – State health officials are urging families to get their 12-to-15 year-olds vaccinated against the coronavirus. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can now be administered to those kids. Deputy Health Services Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk says it’s safe and effective “In the clinical trials for this age group, nobody who received the vaccine was infected with COVID-19.” Chief medical officer, Dr. Ryan Westergaard, says his ...

Adolescents and younger teenagers can now get the vaccine in Wisconsin. //end headline wrapper ?> COVID-19 vaccine. (Pixabay License). Wisconsin children 12 and older can begin getting vaccinated for COVID-19 starting Thursday, state health officials announced Wednesday evening. The announcement followed the final stage of federal emergency approval for giving the Pfizer vaccine to children 12 to 15 years old. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) completed the authorization pr...

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