Eating Better During Coronavirus Restrictions, Problems With Coronavirus Test Shortage, Washington News

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A nutritionist joins us to talk about some immunity-boosting intake tips. Then we learn more about why tests for the coronavirus have been in such short supply. And we discuss top Washington news, including President Trump calling for an infrastructure plan in the next federal stimulus measure.

Featured in this Show

  • Advice For Cooking And Eating During Coronavirus Restrictions

    We talk with a nutrition educator about healthy eating tips — specifically things that can strengthen our immune systems — amid the new coronavirus outbreak.

  • A Closer Look At The Shortage Of Coronavirus Tests

    As available testing for the coronavirus continues to be an issue in Wisconsin and across the country, we talk about new reporting from WisContext that takes a closer look at the shortage of testing supplies, and what that means for the outbreak in the state.

  • This Week In Washington – April 1, 2020

    President Trump is suggesting a massive infrastructure plan be part of the next stimulus package being developed by lawmakers. We find out more about what he’s hoping to see. We also check in on the State Department’s effort to get Americans abroad home in an effort to avoid the novel coronavirus.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Beth Olson Guest
  • Will Cushman Guest
  • Daniel Newhauser Guest
  • Seung Min Kim Guest

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