School Immunization Rate Down; Grieving The Loss Of A Pet

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A dose of the MMR vaccine
In this photo taken Wednesday, May 15, 2019, a dose of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is displayed at the Neighborcare Health clinics at Vashon Island High School in Vashon Island, Wash. Elaine Thompson/AP File Photo

The school immunization rate fell for the second year in a row in Wisconsin. A health department expert explains. Then, we explore what it means to grieve a beloved pet.

Featured in this Show

  • School Immunization Rates Fall For Second Year In A Row

    In the last school year, immunization rates for Wisconsin students fell 0.4 percent. The director of the DHS Wisconsin Immunization Program joins us to discuss the decline, how it impacts public health and how the department is addressing it.

  • Grieving The Loss Of A Pet

    Losing a pet can be as difficult as losing a friend or relative. We’re taking a closer look at the grief process and why losing a pet can be devastating. Our guest explains the power of pets and their influence on humans.

Episode Credits

  • Kealey Bultena Host
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Stephanie Schauer Guest
  • Dr. Julia Bates Guest