Ketamine use for mental health treatment; drug not FDA-approved
Ketamine is traditionally used in a hospital environment or by doctors. But now, many ketamine treatment clinics are popping up across southeast Wisconsin.
What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.
Which color of apple is 'better' for you and why: red, green or yellow?
Nutritionists weigh in on apple color, plus whether an apple a day really does keep the doctor away.
SE Wisconsin blood supply 'dangerously low,' Versiti says
There's a blood shortage in southeast Wisconsin, and Versiti Blood Center is stepping up efforts to encourage donations.
Waukesha EKG screenings; young adults take potentially life-saving test
Hundreds of young people lined up in Waukesha on Tuesday, Aug. 13 for a potentially life-saving test.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
Milwaukee Back to School Health Fair
It's time to prepare for the school year, but where do you even start? The Milwaukee Health Department is hosting the 23rd annual Back to School Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 10. Jefflyn Brown joined FOX6 in studio with all the information for children and parents.
FDA approves neffy nasal spray as alternative to EpiPen
Neffy is the first needle-free alternative to shots like EpiPen.
Local clinician helps empower cancer patients with journaling
For families and patients, a cancer diagnosis can feel devastating, and treatment can sometimes be brutal and lonely. One local healthcare provider is working to help patients feel more empowered through journaling.
Empowering cancer patients with journaling
For families and patients, a cancer diagnosis can feel devastating, and treatment can sometimes be brutal and lonely. One local healthcare provider is working to help patients feel more empowered through journaling.
Growing mpox outbreak could spur global emergency, health officials say
The risk of mpox spreading in the U.S. remains low, but the CDC has put health care providers on alert as infections surge in Africa.
COVID-19 falls to 10th leading cause of death in US, health officials reveal
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the cornonavirus was the nation’s third leading cause of death.
Heart attack risk could rise with artificial sweetener consumption, study finds
The study cites ‘significant concerns' about use of erythritol, common in keto diets, as industry groups says sugar substitutes are safe.
CDC data: improvement in youth mental health
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 with some positive news, CDC data shows an improvement in youth mental health. Also, the CDC urges doctors to be on the lookout for Mpox, formerly monkeypox.
Omega Family Restaurant cleared to reopen after pest complaint: MHD
The Milwaukee Health Department has cleared Omega Family Restaurant to reopen after a pest complaint temporarily shut it down last week.
IUD insertion pain addressed in new CDC guidelines
The CDC is now addressing the pain of IUD insertion and offering new guidance for doctors and pain management options.
EPA halts sale of pesticide DCPA due to risks to unborn babies
The EPA has halted the sale of the pesticide DCPA, citing significant risks to fetal development, including impaired brain development and low birthweight. This marks the first time in 40 years the agency has used its emergency authority to ban a pesticide.
Wisconsin mom runs for cancer research after son's death
Science could not save her son. Now, a mother is working to help save others. The Run With All Your Heart 5K raises money for Curing Kids Cancer.
Sadness, hopelessness in teens may be improving, CDC finds
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.