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Maple Roasted Carrots with Goat Cheese

December 8, 2018 - 8:00am

Preheat oven to 400°F. On a large baking sheet, toss carrots with maple syrup, olive oil and salt. Roast 15 minutes or until tender.

Molten Chocolate Cake

December 8, 2018 - 8:00am

Put the butter in a medium bowl and melt it in the microwave. Add the chocolate to the hot butter and stir until melted.

More Cases Of Legionnaires' Disease Detected At University Hospital

December 7, 2018 - 3:10pm

As of Friday, 11 patients cared for at the University Hospital have contracted Legionnaires' Disease. Four people are still hospitalized.

Zorba Paster: The Health Risks Of Shift Work

December 7, 2018 - 2:05pm

Shift workers have it tough. I used to work in the ER — I remember it well. If I worked 3 to 11 p.m., I never got to see my friends. If I worked 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., I was wiped out all day. I knew that lifestyle was...

A Neuroscientist On Vanquishing Anger From Our Minds

December 7, 2018 - 6:00am

Other than getting angry, is there a better way to respond to people who’ve treated you badly? A smarter way to deal with injustice? Neuroscientist Richard Davidson thinks so. He said what we need is to learn how to love.

Health Costs A Burden For Wisconsin's Middle-Income Families

December 7, 2018 - 5:55am

If it seems like more of your paycheck is going to health care, it is. A national survey of workplace health plans shows costs are rising in Wisconsin and across the United States while worker salaries aren’t growing at the same pace.

During Marathon Session, Republicans Pass Legislation Bringing Health Care Changes

December 5, 2018 - 3:35pm

A set of bills rushed through the Legislature in a lame-duck session late Tuesday and early Wednesday morning will determine whether those on Medicaid have to work and whether those with pre-existing conditions can get health insurance.

Milwaukee Leaders Oppose Wealth Test for Immigrants

December 3, 2018 - 12:05pm

Milwaukee leaders were joined by Democratic U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore of Milwaukee to oppose a proposed change in federal immigration policy that would make it more difficult for immigrants who benefit from public assistance to obtain a green card.

Can Wisconsin's Incoming Governor Deliver On Campaign Health Care Promises?

December 3, 2018 - 9:00am

Between undoing Gov. Scott Walker's legacy and pursuing his own agenda, Gov.-elect Tony Evers wants some big changes when it comes to health care in Wisconsin. Whether he can deliver remains to be seen.

Milwaukee Leaders Release Recommendations To Curb Drug Overdoses

December 3, 2018 - 5:50am

City and county officials in Milwaukee have issued a list of recommendations to fight overdose deaths caused by drugs. While the suggestions still need action from community and private groups to become a reality, area activists are calling them a good first step.

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Maple Roasted Carrots with Goat Cheese

Molten Chocolate Cake

More Cases Of Legionnaires' Disease Detected At University Hospital

Zorba Paster: The Health Risks Of Shift Work

A Neuroscientist On Vanquishing Anger From Our Minds

Health Costs A Burden For Wisconsin's Middle-Income Families

During Marathon Session, Republicans Pass Legislation Bringing Health Care Changes

Milwaukee Leaders Oppose Wealth Test for Immigrants

Can Wisconsin's Incoming Governor Deliver On Campaign Health Care Promises?

Milwaukee Leaders Release Recommendations To Curb Drug Overdoses

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