Beyond Bullets: Doctors Discuss the Public Health Impact of Gun Violence in Milwaukee

The Impact of Guns on Public Health, Empowering Black Men, Navigating the Waters of Lake Chippewa Flowage

Milwaukee doctors discuss the impact of gun violence on public health

In a recent episode, Wisconsin doctors shed light on the effects of gun violence on public health. This comes after the surgeon general declared it a public health crisis for Americans. The doctors provided valuable insight into the issue, discussing its impact on individuals and communities.

The African American Leadership Alliance Milwaukee is working to revive President Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper program. This initiative aims to create opportunities for boys and young men of color, with the goal of improving their prospects and outcomes. The leader of this effort shares what it will take to make the program succeed, offering hope for the future.

On Lake Chippewa Flowage near Hayward, a floating bog recently blocked waterways for boaters. This bog, which was 2 acres large and contained 30-foot Tamarack trees, required the assistance of “bog pushers” to be moved. These pushers used their boats to relocate the bog, and one of them explains the process of how it is done, showcasing the unique ability of this Hayward community to move islands, quite literally.

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