COVID-19 vaccine standby list: Website sends alert on unused doses
A website is creating a standby list for leftover COVID-19 vaccines for eligible people still waiting.
'COVID arm': Dermatologists observe delayed skin reactions after vaccination
A delayed red, sometimes bumpy rash has been observed in vaccinated people. Dermatologists have named the condition “COVID arm” and say it’s no reason to avoid vaccination.
DHS: 516 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 14 new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 516 Wednesday, March 10, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 567,850.
Alaska becomes 1st state to open COVID-19 vaccine to anyone 16 or older
Alaska has become the first state in the country where eligibility requirements were dropped for the COVID-19 vaccine. Now, anyone 16 and older who lives or works in the state can get it.
Kenosha COVID-19 vaccine clinic moving, capacity to increase
Kenosha County Public Health is moving COVID-19 vaccine clinics from the Job Center to a larger venue beginning Wednesday, March 10.
2 new COVID-19 vaccination sites open in Milwaukee for educators
Beginning Tuesday, March 9, Milwaukee Public Schools employees will be able to get vaccinated at North Division High School.
South Shore community COVID-19 vaccination clinic opens
A first-of-its-kind clinic, operated by community health departments in Milwaukee County's South Shore communities, opened Tuesday, March 9.
DHS: 463 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 29 new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 463 Tuesday, March 9, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 567,334.
Partnership expands access to COVID-19 vaccine on Milwaukee's south side
Ascension Wisconsin and Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers are working together to expand access to COVID-19 vaccinations on Milwaukee's south side.
Smithsonian obtains vial from 1st US COVID-19 vaccine dose
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has acquired the vial that contained the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine administered in the United States.
All Milwaukee Co. Native American adults eligible for vaccine Tuesday
Starting Tuesday, all adult Native Americans in Milwaukee County will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Some medical experts say one-shot regimen for Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines not enough
Following emergency approval by U.S. regulators for Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine, lawmakers and health officials are calling for a single-dose regimen for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines but some medical experts are skeptical.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
CDC relaxes COVID-19 safety measures for those who are vaccinated
The CDC is relaxing some of its COVID-19 safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated.
DHS: 178 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; no new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 178 Monday, March 8, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 566,781.
CDC: Fully-vaccinated people can gather without masks, should still cover face in public
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from the CDC.
Wauwatosa Health Dept. scheduling appointments through state’s vaccine registry
The Wauwatosa Health Department has been testing the state’s vaccination registration system.
Wisconsin anticipates 1st shipment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to Wisconsin. This week's shipment is expected to have about 47,000 doses.
Florida vaccine site overwhelmed after false rumors all could come
Police had to calm the crowd Sunday when the Florida coronavirus vaccine site again enforced the state's eligibility rules.
Milwaukee VA holds COVID-19 vaccine clinic for veterans
Another group of people is now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine; the Milwaukee VA enrolled veterans 55 and older on Saturday, March 6.