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Tribal Nations Took Early COVID-19 Precautions
Here & Now reporter Marisa Wojcik spoke with the Tribal Nations about their response to coronavirus. Tribal Nations took action before the State of Wisconsin in part due to health risks within their population and a higher population of elderly.
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State and local health officials continue to monitor and develop responses to the ongoing concerns over the novel coronavirus. Check here for PBS Wisconsin and our partners’ continuing coverage of the state’s public health response.
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