The young adult was treated with oseltamivir, a medication that reduces influenza symptoms, and is expected to make a full recovery.

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Wisconsin's federal lawmakers are blaming the other side of the aisle for getting in the way of extending the farm bill.

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The virus has continued to circulate in wild birds and domestic poultry across the country since 2022.

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The Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative signed a letter of intent to purchase and reopen St. Joseph's hospital in Chippewa Falls.

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Wisconsin dairy producers and processors will soon be required to test raw milk for avian flu virus as part of a national effort to eradicate the disease from U.S. dairy cows.

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An attorney who represented Chippewa County's sheriff during a recent sexual harassment investigation is suing the county for refusing to pay the sheriff's legal fees.

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The USDA expects farmers will only see a 4 percent decline for the year, keeping net farm income well above the 20-year average.

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Wisconsin's agriculture industry has grown over the last five years. But new data shows farming and food's contribution to the state's economy has gotten smaller.

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Thanksgiving might be slightly more affordable this year, with turkeys accounting for the bulk of savings compared to a few years ago, according to a Wisconsin farmers group. 

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Methamphetamine is typically associated with recreational drug use. But Heather Barkholtz, assistant professor at the UW-Madison School of Pharmacy, said the drug also has a place in medicine. 

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A national doctors advocacy organization is asking federal officials to investigate the use of live pigs for training at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

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A Juneau County school board is considering dissolving its district after voters failed a referendum needed to continue operations.

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Milwaukee County's ambulance system and UW Health's Med Flight are adding whole blood transfusions as part of their pre-hospital care. 

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