By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this month, Jeanette Kowalik, the health commissioner for the City of Milwaukee, announced her resignation. Come the end of the month, Kowalik will be stepping … [Read more...]
The City of Milwaukee Phase 4.1 Order Update
MILWAUKEE - On May 15, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) issued a public health and safety order called ‘Moving Milwaukee Forward.’ This order uses a measured, phased approach that … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Leaders Come Together to Lift Up Area Communities of Color and Ensure They Know “You Matter” During These Uncertain Times
“You Matter” campaign launches through a Community Conversation emphasizing the future is brighter with all members of the African American, Hispanic/Latino/a/x communities. A collective of … [Read more...]
City’s Board of Health Seeking Members for Lead-Safe Advisory Committee
MILWAUKEE, Wis. —The City of Milwaukee Health Department has partnered with the City’s Board of Health to establish a comprehensive Lead-Safe Advisory Committee. The goal of the Lead-Safe Advisory … [Read more...]
Jeanette Kowalik is More Than Just Milwaukee’s Health Commissioner
By Nyesha Stone It was almost eight months ago when Jeannette Kowalik was voted in as Milwaukee’s Health Commissioner. Since then she’s focused on the high rate of infant mortality, … [Read more...]
City of Milwaukee Health Department Offers Free Flu Shots
Flu Shots Available to City of Milwaukee Residents at No Charge MILWAUKEE – Influenza activity is increasing in the City of Milwaukee. In response, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) is … [Read more...]
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Statement Regarding Childhood Lead Poisoning Program Internal Investigation
By Bevan K. Baker, FACHE Over the last several weeks, there have been numerous media reports regarding concerns within the City of Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) Childhood Lead Poisoning … [Read more...]
Fixing Milwaukee’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
By City of Milwaukee Health Department Lead poisoning is a public health crisis. Milwaukee has been tackling this with much success. Although we’ve made great progress – lead poisoning rates in … [Read more...]
A. O. Smith, United Way partner to support Mayor, City of Milwaukee Health Department to provide water filtration products to Milwaukee residents
Milwaukee, WI.— A. O. Smith Corporation and United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County today announced a partnership with Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department to … [Read more...]
Immunizations and Oral Health at the Forefront of 16th Annual Back-To-School Fair
By Dylan Deprey As students attempt to hold on to the last days of summer vacation, parents count the same days waiting to send their children back to school. Just like teachers finalizing … [Read more...]