Gov. Tony Evers in his 2024 State of the State address tonight announced he is directing the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) to issue a standing order that will remove barriers for over-the-counter contraception, including emergency contraception, for BadgerCare Plus members. Last summer, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first daily, oral … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Reaffirms Support for Reproductive Healthcare, Announces Efforts to Expand Access to Oral Contraception, Postpartum Coverage After Pregnancy
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Gov. Evers Urges Legislative Action to Address Wisconsin’s Mental Health Crisis, Announces Interagency Council on Mental Health
Gov. Tony Evers tonight, in his 2024 State of the State address, highlighted his administration’s efforts during 2023, the Year of Mental Health, to bolster mental health supports statewide. Gov. Evers announced tonight that he will be creating the Governor’s Interagency Council on Mental Health. The Council will build upon the progress made during the Year of Mental … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Urges Legislative Action to Address Wisconsin’s Mental Health Crisis, Announces Interagency Council on Mental Health
Results Of Statewide PFAS Sampling In Private Wells Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of a study conducted to understand the extent of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in shallow groundwater throughout Wisconsin. PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals used for decades in numerous products, including non-stick cookware, fast food wrappers, … [Read more...] about Results Of Statewide PFAS Sampling In Private Wells Now Available
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Sign Up for Healthcare Coverage during Open Enrollment
Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting the start of the 11th annual ‘Open Enrollment’ period and encouraging Wisconsinites to sign up for high-quality, affordable healthcare coverage on HealthCare.gov. Open Enrollment began on November 1, 2023, and will continue through January 15, 2024. Audio File of Radio Address Hey there, folks. … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Sign Up for Healthcare Coverage during Open Enrollment
DHS Launches Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children’s Resource Network
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today launched a new service that will transform the support structure for families of children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, or mental health conditions. Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children’s Resource Network includes a user-friendly website and toll-free helpline that lets families easily connect with real … [Read more...] about DHS Launches Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children’s Resource Network