Organizations that provide crisis support to LGBTQ youth in Wisconsin have seen an uptick in need as kids are cut off from many support systems they've cultivated outside of their homes, which may or not be safe spaces for them.
As Wisconsinites celebrated the unofficial start to summer over the Memorial Day weekend amid ongoing coronavirus concerns, state health officials said they will watch closely for any uptick in new cases.
Health care has been considered recession-proof because a downturn in the economy doesn’t lessen the need for medical care, but providers postponing routine clinic visits and elective surgeries early in the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in lost revenue and prompted staffing cutbacks.
There are 15,863 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of May 26, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 279 cases from the day before.
Anyone who is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can call to set up an appointment at one of nine community testing locations on the north side of Milwaukee. There are no insurance, income, or immigration restrictions for receiving a test.
There are 15,584 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of May 25, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 307 cases from the day before.
Memorial Day is typically marked by parades and cemetery gatherings, but some communities are canceling, scaling back or holding virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
There are 15,277 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of May 24, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 400 cases from the day before.
