A Fond du Lac family medicine physician says whether you're dealing with one of the many viruses currently surging or just don't feel your best right now you're not alone. While it may be an exaggeration to say everyone is sick right now, Dr. Heather Schmidt says there are certainly a lot more people than one might expect who are sick. Dr. Schmidt says with the flu, RSV and COVID circulating, it […]
A new study says the common belief that red meat is linked to certain health problems is not based on strong evidence. A team at the University of Washington looked at the scientific data linking red meat consumption to problems like cancer, heart disease and strike and say it was too weak to support those claims. Fond du Lac County Public Health Officer Kim Mueller says it's not about the consumption of red […]
The secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection says agricultural education is key to the industry's future workforce. Randy Romanski says hundreds of ag instructors work daily to educate young people and build the industry's future workforce. Fond du lac County Dairy and Livestock extension agent Tina Kohlman says ag classes are available in school districts in every Wisconsin county, including Fond du Lac County. "In Fond du Lac County we […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Republicans who control the state Legislature are poised to clash with Democratic Gov. Tony Evers in the upcoming two-year legislative session over tax cuts, how to fund local governments and whether to expand the private school choice program to wealthier families. But even though Evers and Republicans are on opposite sides of numerous issues, they also are vowing to forge a better relationship than recent […]
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers threw for 238 yards and a touchdown, Green Bay’s defense had four takeaways and the Packers came from behind to defeat the Miami Dolphins 26-20 and keep their playoff hopes alive. The Packers (7-8) have won their past three games after starting the season 4-8. Miami (8-7) lost its fourth straight game and must win its final two regular to make the postseason. […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A member of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s policy board who refused to step down even after his term ended nearly two years ago said Friday that he is resigning. Fred Prehn, who won a lawsuit seeking to oust him from the Natural Resources Board after his term ended in May 2021, informed Gov. Tony Evers of his intent to resign in a letter obtained […]
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A Ripon Community Hospital physical therapist is offering some tips to stay safe while shoveling snow following this week's snowstorm. Greg Fraunfelter says the biggest health care concerns are strained backs and heart attacks. Fraunfelter says that's why it's important to pace yourself when shoveling. Make sure your footwear has good traction. Dress warm. Take a short break to drink some water and warm up inside. If possible avoid waiting until a large […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos met in person for the first time in two years Thursday, as both sides are talking more about trying to work together in the coming legislative session. Evers and Vos met privately at the governor’s residence. Evers met last week with Republican Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. Vos on Friday called it a “positive sign” […]