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http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/school-kids-s5.jpgVisits K-12 Schools Across the State
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/drugs-harm-reduction-vending-s460.jpgSenator Smith writes about the innovative approach some county health departments are taking to address the opioid overdoes epidemic by offering free vending machines with Narcan, and other items like gunlocks and fentanyl test strips.
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http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/emt-s5.jpgThe new Community Emergency Medical Services (CEMS) Program will allow emergency medical personnel to perform basic health care for people in their homes, reducing costly readmissions to the hospital. Program requires additional training for EMS personnel working under direction of the hospital medical director.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tax-plan-2017-s5.jpgA guest column from Senator Jon Erpenbach on how Federal policies affect our lives and the state budget bottom line.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/walker-claims-victory-s5.jpgWalker asks taxpayers to spend $7 million papering over his neglect of Wisconsin's economy during his re-election bid.
GREEN BAY - The Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services (DHS) will be hosting a public hearing today regarding a waiver request from Gov. Walker’s administration to reject available federal funding for health care and limit access in Wisconsin. Additional information on the issue can be found here.
DHS Public Hearing on Gov. Walker Health Care Waiver
Thursday, December 7, 2017
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Brown County Central Library
515 Pine St.
Green Bay, WI 54301
Several statewide health care advocacy organizations have been working to raise awareness of this hearing and encouraging members of the public to attend and share their stories. In addition to local residents, Sen. Dave Hansen (D-Green Bay) will be available at the event to talk to members of the press. If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to cover this issue, you can reach Sen. Hansen’s office at 608-266-5670 or email him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/card-skimming-gas-pump-s5.jpgGreen Bay Senator Dave Hansen says inexpensive change could prevent card skimming.