Articles by Frederica Freyberg

How Hospitals Are Managing IV Bag Shortage Following Hurricane Maria

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 7:00pm
In the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, medical supply production in Puerto Rico ground to a halt. UW Health manager of patient care services Philip Trapskin discusses the scope of an ensuing IV shortage in Wisconsin and how healthcare providers are addressing it.

Seeking Clarity Amid An Avalanche Of Sexual Misconduct Revelations

Hayley Sperling
WisContext
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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Monday, December 4, 2017 - 4:00pm
What started off as an "open secret" in Hollywood quickly became central to the national conversation as dozens of men in positions of power were alleged to have engaged in sexual assault and harassment at remarkable levels.
Series: Milwaukee Gun Violence

Milwaukee's 'Blueprint For Peace' Aims To Stop Violence

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 7:00pm
In an effort to curb violence in Milwaukee, the city unveiled its "Blueprint for Peace." Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett discusses the goals of the program, and what the future will hold for the city.
Series: Growing Rural Wisconsin's Economy

Cable Town Chair Touts Telemark Renovation

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 7:00pm
The Telemark resort in the town of Cable, in southern Bayfield County, could see a new life. Art Hancock, the town chairperson, discusses what a rejuvenated resort would mean for the community as it seeks the state to implement a special tax district.

Why The Wisconsin Elections Commission Wants More Staff To Help Local Officials

Scott Gordon
WisContext
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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 1:40pm
Much of the specific work leading up to and on Election Day depends on thousands of county and city elections officials spread across the country.
Series: Chronic Wasting Disease In Wisconsin's Deer

The Murky Status Of Chronic Wasting Disease In Wisconsin

Scott Gordon
WisContext
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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 8:00am
Chronic wasting disease used to frighten people in Wisconsin.

Sexual Assault: Tipping Point Or Tip Of The Iceberg?

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, November 24, 2017 - 7:00pm
The emerging discussion of sexual harassment and assault in the media can shape responses at an individual level. Dane County Rape Crisis Center executive director Erin Thornley Parisi discusses how it allows more survivors to talk openly about their experience.
Series: Chronic Wasting Disease In Wisconsin's Deer

Where CWD Management Stands 15 Years After Its Emergence In Wisconsin

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, November 24, 2017 - 7:00pm
With deer hunting season underway, freelance journalist and UW-Madison lecturer Ron Seely discusses issues arising from chronic wasting disease a decade-and-a-half after it was first identified in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Elections Commission Seeks More Staff To Address Security, Other Goals

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, November 24, 2017 - 7:00pm
The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted unanimously to ask the state legislature for funding to add three positions in the agency to address cybersecurity and other voting infrastructure. Commission administrator Michael Haas discusses this request.
Series: Health Insurance And The ACA

What Repeal Of The APA Mandate Would Mean For Health Insurance Markets

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Frederica Freyberg
PBS Wisconsin
Friday, November 17, 2017 - 7:00pm
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A U.S. Senate provision added to its version of Republican tax legislation which would repeal the individual mandate of the Affordable Care Act. UW health policy expert Donna Friedsam discusses what the repeal of this mandate would mean for insurance markets.