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UW Board of Regents picks Alabama System administrator Tonja Johnson as next Universities of Wisconsin president

The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents on Friday unanimously selected Tonjanita “Tonja” L. Johnson, a senior administrator at the University of Alabama System, as the next president of Wisconsin’s public university system. Johnson, 57, has served since 2019 as senior vice chancellor for...

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The benefits of inpatient rehabilitation facilities for post-acute care

Medrina reports that inpatient rehabilitation facilities provide intensive, multidisciplinary care after hospital stays, fostering better recovery and independence for patients.

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BIPOC Youth Mental Health Conference to highlight needs of Dane County students Nov. 7 at the Center for Black Excellence

The BIPOC Mental Health Coalition will host its first youth mental health conference on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Center for Black Excellence and Culture in South Madison, bringing together young people, families and community professionals to address mental health challenges facing Black, Indigenous...

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Waiting months for a doctor’s appointment? Experts offer advice

Reading Time: 6 minutes Click here to read highlights from the story Wait times for medical visits are common statewide as the health care labor force shrinks and the population is older than the national average. However, people don’t have to settle for long wait times. Wisconsin Watch spoke to...

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Waiting months for a doctor’s appointment? Experts offer advice

by Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch Have you ever called to schedule a medical appointment and learned the next opening is months away? Back in July, we asked readers how long they’ve waited to see a doctor. Responses poured in from across the state. One reader in Mount Pleasant told us she waited 10...

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Packers see key receiver return from injury during Thursday night battle

The Packers announced Christian Watson had been taken to the hospital for precautionary testing on Thursday night. Here's the latest on his status.

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Menopause changes your mouth. Most women have no idea.

Delta Dental Insurance Company reports that 83% of women over 40 in menopause are unaware of its oral health symptoms, like dry mouth and tooth sensitivity, affecting confidence.

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