Whooping cough in Wisconsin; cases much higher than previous years
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said there have been more than 1,730 confirmed cases.
US alcohol-related deaths more than double over past 20 years
A study reveals U.S. alcohol-related deaths nearly doubled between 1999 and 2020, with sharp increases among young adults, women, and Asian-Pacific Islander communities.
Trump nominates Dr. Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Donald Trump says he is nominating TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Blood drive, Wisconsin Athletics could raise $1M; here's how
Wisconsin Athletics could win $1 million for student or community health as part of a Big Ten blood drive. Donations can be made in Kenosha this week.
Does cooking carrots kill E. coli? What to know amid outbreak
Learn if cooking carrots can kill E. coli and how to stay safe amid the outbreak linked to Grimmway Farms’ recalled organic carrots.
Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' actor, dead at 35
Actor Paul Teal, who starred on the hit show “One Tree Hill", has died at the age of 35.
Here's how much vaccinations dropped among kindergartners during 2023 school year
Vaccination coverage among Kindergarten students was lower across all vaccines compared to the previous year.
Obesity could affect 260M Americans by 2050, study warns
A study published in The Lancet projects that by 2050, nearly 260 million Americans, including 43.1 million children and adolescents, will be overweight or obese.
Is it flu or COVID? At-home tests can now tell you
While symptoms of the flu and COVID are similar, the viruses that cause each illness are different. New tests this winter season can tell you at home what you’re sick with.
Milwaukee Hepatitis A case confirmed; vaccination clinic Nov. 18
The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has received a report of a confirmed case of Hepatitis A.
New form of mpox reported in US for 1st time
A U.S. resident who had traveled to eastern Africa is the first confirmed U.S. case of a new form of mpox.
Shigella infection reported at Milwaukee school; what to know
According to the Milwaukee Health Department, a case of shigellosis was reported at La Escuela Fratney. It can cause stomach pain, diarrhea and fever.
Ascension Wisconsin changes
Newly-announced changes for Ascension Wisconsin patients and staff could have wide-ranging impacts in multiple counties, including shutting down a "micro-hospital" in Waukesha in January.
Postmates executive enters hospice, shares message: ‘Be kind, be brave’
James Butts, a former SVP at Postmates, shared an emotional message on X amid his cancer battle. The post, which went viral, has touched thousands of people.
Milwaukee County blood transfusions; EMS crews now offering in field
Every fire department in Milwaukee County will soon have a new resource that could be the difference between life and death for trauma patients.
Is beef tallow healthier than seed oils? Unpacking RFK Jr.'s views
President-elect Trump’s HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stirred a debate over cooking oils, claiming beef tallow is a healthier option than seed oils like canola. Experts weigh in.
West Allis potential lead exposure warnings; what to know
West Allis residents are concerned about the safety of their drinking water after they received a letter from the city about potential lead exposure.
New FDA rules target those ubiquitous TV drug commercials
The agency’s new guidelines are created to eliminate pharmaceutical company practices that minimize or distract consumers from knowing risk information about drugs.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.