Inflammatory bowel disease: 'Major cause of IBD' discovered by researchers
IBD, the umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, impacts millions of people worldwide. Researchers say they have found a “major cause" of the disease and treatment using existing drugs.
WHO confirms 1st human death of bird flu strain H5N2
The first confirmed human case of a strain of bird flu called H5N2 has died, the World Health Organization said. Here’s what to know.
Crisis stabilization centers open; Waukesha, Beaver Dam host sites
The Wisconsin DHS announced the opening of five crisis stabilization centers for adults experiencing mental health and substance-use emergencies.
Children with total deafness regain hearing after ‘groundbreaking’ gene therapy
This was the first time gene therapy was applied to both ears, researchers say.
FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
850-pound Cudahy woman dies; funeral arrangements challenging
One woman suffered from morbid obesity and, because of her weight, getting her the proper funeral arrangements was nearly impossible.
General Mills facing revived push to cut plastic chemicals in food
Advocacy groups are calling for General Mills to stop using plastic chemicals linked to diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
Best time to drink coffee: Experts spill the beans
Social media influencers have been blaming their afternoon slumps on drinking coffee first thing in the morning. Experts weigh in.
Milwaukee couple brings baby home after 144 days in NICU
As if being first-time parents didn't cause enough anxiety, a Milwaukee couple navigated that and more.
Running for a reason: hundreds run in the Strain for the Brain 5K
Running for a reason. On Sunday, June 2, hundreds of people laced up their shoes for the annual Strain for the Brain 5K.
2024 Strain for the Brain 5K
On Sunday, June 2, hundreds of people laced up their shoes for the annual Strain for the Brain 5K. It honors people diagnosed with brain tumors and celebrates their support systems.
Get Buddy Check 6 email reminders from a FOX6 personality
Ask one of our FOX6 anchors to be your buddy and you will get a monthly email reminder about doing your breast self-exam.
Tattoos may increase risk of developing lymphoma, alarming new study finds
A new study from Lund University in Sweden reveals that individuals with tattoos may have a 21% higher risk of developing lymphoma, regardless of the tattoo's size.
US girls are getting their first periods earlier, study finds – what's driving this?
A new study finds that US girls are experiencing their first periods earlier, with factors such as improved nutrition, increased BMI, and environmental exposures potentially driving this trend.
Hydroponic garden; Waukesha North High School students make unique lunch
Some Waukesha North High School students cooked lunch on Thursday, May 30, with food they grew in their classroom – and they did it without soil.
Feeding peanuts to babies could prevent allergies through the teen years, study finds
Feeding peanut butter to babies — starting during infancy and continuing until age 5 — has been shown effective in reducing allergies into adolescence, according to a new study by King’s College London.
East Troy High School installs Narcan boxes, combatting fentanyl crisis
When students return to school at East Troy High School on Wednesday, May 29, there will be something new on the wall.
Exoskeleton helps paralyzed Milwaukee man walk: 'Anything is possible'
A Milwaukee man was paralyzed as a toddler more than 30 years ago, but an exoskeleton and physical therapy are helping him stand and walk.
Wisconsin Brain Tumor Walk & Race; why you should get involved
May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Now, an effort is underway in Wisconsin to better the outcomes for those diagnosed and battling brain tumors.
Unexpected effect of using weight-loss drug Ozempic
A recent poll shows one out of every eight adults in the U.S. has taken Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs. While pounds are being shed, the drug has another unexpected effect.