2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Eggs now qualify as ‘healthy’ food, FDA says: Here’s why
The FDA updated their definition of "healthy" foods last week, changing the way eggs are now classified.
What is 'ultra-processed food'? Most Americans don't know
A new survey shows most Americans are unfamiliar with what qualifies as ultra-processed food, despite growing health concerns and calls for better labeling.
Milwaukee wastewater testing; COVID, flu, RSV samples collected
The Milwaukee Health Department tracks COVID-19, flu and RSV levels through public wastewater testing. Officials provided a behind-the-scenes look.
Bird flu latest: California declares emergency as US reports 1st severe human case
A person in Louisiana is in critical condition after contracting bird flu from handling sick and dead birds in a backyard flock.
Pilot reunites with bone marrow donor who saved his life on flight to Newark
The heartfelt moment, captured on video, unfolded before a cabin of applauding passengers.
Human bird flu infection case reported in Barron Co., WI
One person in Barron County, Wisconsin, is believed to be the first in the state this year to have contracted bird flu after being exposed to an infected flock.
Milwaukee County flu, COVID vaccine clinics; pop-up dates, locations
Milwaukee County health officials said it's important to protect against the spread of respiratory viruses like flu and COVID-19.
Milwaukee County flu, COVID vaccine pop-up clinics; what to know
As a Hmong New Year celebration took over the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center on Saturday, health officials hosted a pop-up vaccine clinic.
‘Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner says incurable cancer diagnosis led to Theresa Nist divorce
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies at 34
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killer search: What we know so far
Efforts to track down the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel expanded over the weekend.
'Duck Dynasty' star Phil Robertson diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Children's Wisconsin viral season visitor guidelines begin Dec. 11
Children's Wisconsin announced on Thursday, Dec. 5 that they will be implementing their viral season visitor precautions at both Children’s Wisconsin Milwaukee and Fox Valley hospitals for the remainder of this viral season.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.