Newsmakers, November 20, 2020

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Healthcare worker in a Covid-19 ward at UW Hospital
A healthcare worker in a PAPR hood walks through the hallway inside one of UW Hospital’s COVID-19 units Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. Angela Major/WPR

Area health leaders are worried hospitals may not be able to keep up with the spread of COVID-19 if the public doesn’t adjust their behavior. Officials are urging people to stay home this holiday season, opting for smaller celebrations within their households. Plus, local business advocates say losses due to COVID-19 could amount to nearly $200 million in La Crosse County alone. Find out why they’re urging shoppers to “buy local” this holiday season.

Episode Credits

  • Ezra Wall Host
  • Dawn Jewell Producer
  • John Davis Producer
  • David Hartberg Guest
  • Vicki Markussen Guest
  • Nick Roush Guest