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Evers signs health-related bills

Evers signs health-related bills

by | Dec 7, 2023 | , , , , , , , | 0 |

Gov. Tony Evers signed into law dozens of bills Wednesday, including legislation that would enter Wisconsin into interstate compacts that make it easier for physician assistants, professional counselors, audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice across state lines. 
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Wimberger expresses support for PFAS ban

Wimberger expresses support for PFAS ban

by | Dec 6, 2023 | , , , , , | 0 |

The senator behind major legislation targeting “forever chemicals” says there is likely support in the Republican-controlled Legislature for a ban on their use, as long as the proposal has a glide path for companies to transition to the new regulations. 
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Report reveals disparities in diabetes management

Report reveals disparities in diabetes management

by | Aug 15, 2023 | , , , | 0 |

Patients with diabetes in urban and rural underserved areas face disparities when it comes to managing their condition compared to those in more advantaged urban areas, according to a recent report from a partnership of healthcare research groups. Those with diabetes and heart issues experienced even greater challenges.
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Budget heads to Evers

Budget heads to Evers

by | Jun 30, 2023 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 0 |

The state’s 2023-25 budget is heading to Gov. Tony Evers for his consideration, after the Republican-controlled Assembly approved the plan on a 63-34 party-line vote. 
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Senate passes budget

Senate passes budget

by | Jun 29, 2023 | , , , , , | 0 |

The Senate voted 20-13 Wednesday night to advance the Republican-authored 2023-25 state budget. The plan would provide around $3 billion more at the Department of Health Services for Medicaid rate increases and other initiatives, but lacks many of the health-related proposals offered by Gov. Tony Evers.
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Board advances rule on supervision, practice of former military medical personnel seeking licensure

Board advances rule on supervision, practice of former military medical personnel seeking licensure

by | Jun 27, 2023 | , , , , , | 0 |

The Medical Examining Board voted last week to move forward on a permanent rule connected to a law allowing former military medical personnel to practice without first obtaining a state credential. 
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