UW Health offers tips on overcoming the stress of the pandemic
UW Health offers tips on overcoming the stress of the pandemic
As our nation surpasses more than 500,000 people dead from the coronavirus, psychologists say the stress of the pandemic is wreaking havoc on our mental well-being.
MADISON, Wis. - As our nation surpasses more than 500,000 people dead from the coronavirus, psychologists say the stress of the pandemic is wreaking havoc on our mental well-being. If you’re a healthcare worker, you’ve probably had to see way too much suffering, Dr. Shilagh Mirgain, a psychologist with UW Health. You’ve had to adjust your practice, you’ve had to be present potentially for many people’s death. And that can really take a toll on a healthcare worker’s emotional, or mental, well-being.
Health departments feel the high demand for COVID-19 vaccine
As Wisconsin prepares to open up vaccine eligibility, thousands are on waiting lists at local health departments.
MILWAUKEE - As Wisconsin prepares to open up vaccine eligibility to more people, thousands are still on waiting lists at local health departments. In some counties, appointments are filling up within minutes. In one case, a website crashed.
Deborah Santacroce has been trying to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for her 74-year-old mother, Alice Netz. For the last two weeks, going online in search of appointments has become part of Santacroce’s daily routine.
AAA launches fleet of roadside assistance vehicles
AAA launches fleet of roadside assistance vehicles
AAA is releasing 11 new roadside assistance vehicles, so when you get into a tough situation AAA can now respond even faster.
AAA membership in our state has grown dramatically over the past three years which means lots of calls but a shortage of manpower. They’re looking to improve service while also creating jobs.
AAA is releasing 11 new roadside assistance vehicles, so when you get into a tough situation AAA can now respond even faster.
AAA membership in Wisconsin has increased by 40,000 members over the past 3 years.
Gov. Evers signs bill to update Wisconsin unemployment system
By AP author
MADISON, Wis. - Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday signed into law a bipartisan bill to begin the work of updating the state s unemployment claims processing system that contributed to many people waiting weeks or months to get paid during the coronavirus pandemic.
Evers signed the bill after the Assembly passed it unanimously on Tuesday. The Senate approved it last week on a 27-3 vote. It is the first bill passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature under a special session called by Evers, a Democrat.
The bill starts the process to begin the upgrade, but there is no funding included as Evers wanted. The upgrade is expected to cost $80 million or more.
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