Getting Answers: When to wear a mask and what is effective?
President Donald Trump has announced new federal guidelines recommending that Americans wear face coverings when in…
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Wisconsin opens COVID-19 isolation centers
MADISON (WKOW) — The state opened two voluntary isolation centers for those suffering from COVID-19 on Wednesday. The Lowell Center in Madison…
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UW Health makes effort to conserve personal protective equipment
MADISON (WKOW) — Conserving supplies of PPE, such as masks, scrubs and gloves is an important part of preparing for increased COVID-19 positive…
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UW Health creates respiratory care unit to prepare for COVID-19
MADISON (WKOW) — UW Health is preparing for an influx in coronavirus patients. The hospital has expanded its Emergency Department capacity…
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UW Health trains staff to properly use PPE
MADISON (WKOW) — Hospitals in southern Wisconsin are preparing for a surge in coronavirus patients. UW Health is utilizing their Clinical Simulation…
Continue Reading Getting Answers: How can I properly disinfect during COVID-19
MADISON (WKOW) — It can be overwhelming to sort through sometimes conflicting information about cleaning and disinfecting when it comes to the…
Continue Reading Getting Answers: How long is coronavirus contagious?
UW Health’s Chief Quality Officer Dr. Jeff Pothof tells 27 News it depends on your…
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During COVID-19 pandemic, demand grows for Meals on Wheels
In the past week, they have added more than 70 new recipients, and route sizes have nearly…
Continue Reading Getting Answers: When will coronavirus testing be widely available?
MADISON (WKOW) — As the coronavirus spreads, more people will need testing. But hospitals continue to suffer shortages in equipment required for…
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Gov. Evers launches COVID-19 PPE program
MADISON (WKOW) — Gov. Tony Evers has launched an initiative designed to get more personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gowns, gloves and…
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