State Website Adds Maps to Show COVID-19 Vaccine Data By Rob Sussman
Jul 9, 2021 | 3:29 PM
MADISON, WI (WTAQ) You can now see which places in Wisconsin have more people vaccinated against COVID-19.
New map data released by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services is aimed at helping vaccinators.
“I think what these do is provide our local vaccinators with a lot more granularity about where there are people who may need more vaccines, said Deputy DHS Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk. “It is in our power to avoid future surges and hospitals filled to capacity. Protect yourself your family and friends by getting vaccinated.”
New DHS site breaks down vaccine data
July 9, 2021 5:38 PM Site staff
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MADISON, Wis. A little more than 50% of everyone in the state has had at least one COVID vaccine dose. But who is getting them and where are the shots going?
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services wants to answer that with a new online tool. In a Friday press conference, DHS officials showed video of a new site that tracks where people in Wisconsin are getting vaccinated, like which cities, towns, counties and even school districts.
The detailed data is important because it lets the state see who and were are lagging behind.
Johnson Creek caregiver recognized for work at group home
One Johnson Creek caregiver is being recognized for work at group home.
JOHNSON CREEK, Wis. - Caregivers are such an important part of making sure those who need help get everything possible to live a comfortable and happy life. One caregiver in Johnson Creek is being recognized for her work at a group home.
In life, it s the little things that have the greatest impact. Like waking them up, doing all the personal care, getting them dressed for the day. I try to make every day, you know, the best for them, I really do, said Gabby Maier, Caregiver of the Year recipient.
Vaccine thanks with coffee shots
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ONALASKA, Wis. - (WXOW) - Some local businesses are taking part in a shots for shots event, a way of thanking those who went and got their COVID-19 vaccine.
Opportunity Wisconsin recruited both the Coulee Bicycle Co. and Cool Beans Coffee shop to participate, with coffee perks for anyone showing their proof of vaccination card. Helping promote the vaccination drive was State Representative Jill Billings. With the Delta variant which we know is much more communicable, more dangerous, we want people to get vaccinated. Not only for their health but for the health of other people around them.