Mary Kate McCoy

Articles by Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday, April 27, 2020 - 9:35am

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As the COVID-19 pandemic has brought the world economy to a standstill, greenhouse gas emissions have plummeted, seeing the biggest drop since World War II and producing striking satellite images of improved air quality in heavily polluted areas like Wuhan, China and Southern California.

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With 'Safer-At-Home' Comes Growing Concern For Domestic Abuse

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Friday, April 17, 2020 - 7:10am

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Since the imposition of the state's COVID-19 stay-at-home order, social workers have seen an increase in domestic violence calls and referrals from police, as well as growing anxiety from current and recent domestic violence victims.

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UW-Madison Student Who Went Viral For COVID-19 Reflects On Experience

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Thursday, April 16, 2020 - 6:30am

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Amy Shircel says she had luck on her side. Less than a month ago, the 22-year-old senior at UW-Madison had a fever so high she was delirious and felt too weak to walk after contracting COVID-19 while on a spring break trip to Portugal in early March.

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Advocates Raise Alarm About Migrant Worker Safety Amid COVID-19

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Wednesday, April 15, 2020 - 5:00am

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Every spring, about 5,000 migrant workers make their way to Wisconsin to work in agriculture. Many come from Texas and Florida and help farmers harvest crops and process food during the peak season from late April through the fall.

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If I Don't Have Health Insurance, Can I Get A COVID-19 Test? Experts Answer Health Insurance Questions

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Friday, April 10, 2020 - 5:00am

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As the number of cases of COVID-19 continue to grow, many Wisconsinites have questions about how health insurance is affected by the outbreak.

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Local Election Officials Work To Keep Wisconsin Voters Safe From COVID-19

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Elizabeth Dohms-Harter

Wisconsin Public Radio

Tuesday, April 7, 2020 - 3:15pm

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As Wisconsinites head to the polls amid the COVID-19 public health crisis, local election officials say they are taking every measure they can to keep voters and poll workers safe.

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Wisconsin State Parks Are Open ⁠— Here's How To Enjoy Them Safely

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Friday, April 3, 2020 - 12:15pm

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Wisconsin is home to nearly 70 state parks and more than 40 state trails — not to mention many county parks, forests and natural areas. Wherever you live in the state, you’re not far from a quiet place to take in nature.

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What To Do If Someone In Your Household Tests Positive For COVID-19

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Friday, April 3, 2020 - 6:20am

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Wisconsinites are taking extraordinary precautions to try to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, but the number of cases of COVID-19 is still rising — leaving many to wonder what to do if someone in their household tests positive for the disease.

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Comparing Wisconsin's Finances Between The Great Recession And COVID-19 Crisis

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 - 1:30pm

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For many, memories of the 2008 Great Recession are still fresh on the mind. As the coronavirus continues to spread and bring much of the economy to a standstill, concerns about the U.S. falling into yet another painful recession are high.

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Rural Medical Services Face Feelings Of Limbo, Uncertainty Around COVID-19

Mary Kate McCoy

Wisconsin Public Radio

Friday, March 27, 2020 - 12:00pm

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The growing spread of COVID-19 in Wisconsin has first responders and health care professionals taking every precaution to prevent spreading the virus. But in rural areas of the state, concerns about supplies and staffing are paramount.