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Latest revision as of 01:49, 20 February 2025

COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin refers to the ongoing viral pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in the U.S. state of Wisconsin.

Background[edit]

The COVID-19 pandemic was confirmed to have reached the U.S. state of Wisconsin on February 5, 2020. The first confirmed case was a resident who had recently returned from a trip to China. The state's Department of Health Services (DHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the case.

Timeline[edit]

The timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin involves the spread of the virus across the state, as well as the measures taken to control it. The first case was confirmed in February 2020, and by March 2020, the virus had spread to multiple counties. The state government declared a public health emergency in response to the growing number of cases.

Impact[edit]

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the state of Wisconsin, affecting all aspects of life, including health, economy, education, and social services. The pandemic has strained the state's healthcare system, led to widespread unemployment, disrupted the education system, and increased the demand for social services.

Response[edit]

The response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin has involved a range of actions from local, state, and federal agencies, as well as private entities. These actions have included implementing stay-at-home orders, closing non-essential businesses, and ramping up testing and contact tracing efforts.

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