As the COVID-19 Delta variant takes hold, case numbers are rising again in Wisconsin and other states. We talk with a doctor about the trend and the effort to get people vaccinated. We also hear how the amount of shade in a neighborhood can tell us a lot about its affluence and health.
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How Trees Show A Dividing Line Between The Haves And Have Nots
In cities like Los Angeles, trees are typically abundant in affluent areas and sparse in poorer areas. And that can have long-term consequences on the comfort and health of neighborhoods. We talk to a reporter about the issue.
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What To Make Of Rising COVID-19 Case Numbers In Wisconsin
What do rising numbers of new cases and the seven-day rolling average in Wisconsin tell us about where we’re at in the pandemic at this point? We talk with an emergency medicine physician and UW Health Chief Quality Officer about what he’s seeing.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- J. Carlisle Larsen Interviewer
- Alejandra Borunda Guest
- Dr. Jeff Pothof Guest
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