A recent report shows that while Wisconsinites are living longer, an increasing amount of adults report having problems with chronic illness or pain. A public health expert discusses the report, and explains what the trend means for the quality of life around the state. We also talk to the reporter behind a new investigation showing that only about half of the court-ordered ignition interlock devices are installed in Wisconsin.
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New Data On Health Trends In Wisconsin
A new study shows that while Wisconsin residents are living longer overall, we are less healthy than before. We look at what factors are at play, and which populations may be most at risk.
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New Investigation Into Ignition Interlock Devices
Wisconsin has the highest rate of drunken driving in the country. The court orders repeat offenders to install an ignition interlock device. But a new investigation into ignition interlock devices show that only 56 percent of those required by the courts are being installed in Wisconsin. We talk to the reporter behind this investigation.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Karen Timberlake Guest
- Adam Schrager Guest
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