AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMeasles: Wisconsin has recorded 258 confirmed or probable cases, with most clustered in the southwest. Health officials say the cases in Marathon and Chippewa counties are linked to out-of-state travel and urge residents to get the MMR vaccine. Heart Care: Aspirus Wausau Hospital’s cardiovascular team has completed its 1,000th WATCHMAN procedure, which can reduce stroke risk for some people with AFib. Rural Access: A new Wisconsin Rapids facility will bring medical, dental and recovery services under one roof. Seasonal Illness: Flu-related hospitalizations are rising in Brown County, while statewide respiratory illness activity remains low; health officials recommend vaccination ahead of the season. Bird Flu: Highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in a Racine County backyard flock. The report concerns poultry; no human cases were reported.
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