Articles by Shamane Mills

Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Coronavirus Pandemic Spurs Push For Wisconsin To 'Mask Up'

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Thursday, May 21, 2020 - 5:00am
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Public health officials are urging people to act individually to help keep COVID-19 at bay. They're reminding people to continue washing their hands and to stay at least 6 feet away from others. And there's also a push for people to cover their face in public places like buses and stores.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Health Officials Concerned About Memorial Day Weekend During Pandemic

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Monday, May 18, 2020 - 5:00am
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Tourism hotspots around Wisconsin are weighing how to approach Memorial Day weekend in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Community COVID-19 Testing Draws Crowds Across State

Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 3:40pm
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As state officials look for signs of whether it's safe to reopen Wisconsin, they hope increases in testing will provide data on how the new coronavirus is spreading, and if its spread is indeed slowing down.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

State Releases Guidelines For When Businesses Are Able To Reopen

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 1:35pm
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New guidelines designed to help businesses operate safely during the pandemic were announced on May 8 by Gov. Tony Evers.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Wisconsin Businesses Plan For Possible Reopening Amid Uncertainty

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 7:00am
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During a government meeting on May 7, it was noted that unlike health care providers, many businesses don’t have experience on how to best contain infectious diseases in the workplace, especially an outbreak where many of the facts are still developing.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Hundreds Of Wisconsin Families To Be Part Of Study Looking At Kids' Role In Coronavirus Pandemic

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 5:50am
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A federal government study, which will include roughly 300 families from Wisconsin, hopes to answer questions about how many children get infected, whether they develop symptoms and how it affects those with asthma.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Remdesivir Being Used To Treat Some COVID-19 Patients In Wisconsin

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 7:35am
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Ten patients infected with COVID-19 will be treated with Remdesivir at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee as part of a nationwide study of its effectiveness.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: April 2020

Why Aren't Face Masks Mandatory At Certain Businesses?

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Thursday, April 30, 2020 - 6:40am
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The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the face of Wisconsin. Literally. More people are covering their face to slow the spread of COVID-19, something federal health officials have recommended.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: April 2020

Planned Madison Overflow Facility To Treat COVID-19 Patients On Hold

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 - 4:45pm
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The number of positive cases of COVID-19 continues to rise in Wisconsin but there are signs the state may not need as much surge healthcare capacity as planned.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: April 2020

Certain 'Nonessential' Businesses Allowed To Open But With Precautions

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Shamane Mills
Wisconsin Public Radio
Monday, April 27, 2020 - 2:50pm
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On April 27, Gov. Tony Evers issued an emergency order that allows certain "nonessential businesses" to do curbside drop-off of goods and animals. This will allow businesses like dog groomers, small engine repair shops, upholstery businesses, and others to open.