Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad'
A recent study suggests that taking fish oil supplements may increase the risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Backyard poultry linked to salmonella outbreak; over 100 sickened
Backyard poultry has been linked to a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than 100 people in 29 states.
Free IVF: These companies offer fertility benefits for part-time employees
The cost has prompted many Americans to seek out side-jobs – specifically from companies known to offer free IVF for part-time employees.
ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
Disrupted sleep, plus nightmares could be linked to autoimmune diseases, experts say
Those who experience vivid nightmares and odd hallucinations might have an underlying autoimmune disease, a new study suggests.
Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Study finds link between ultra-processed foods and cardiometabolic risk in children
Cardiometabolic risk factors include heart attack, stroke and diabetes.
Nestlé launches food line targeting Ozempic, other weight-loss drug users
Nestlé is launching a line of food products tailored to people using weight-loss medication in an effort to capitalize on a market expected to reach $30 billion in the next six years.
New Wegovy study; users can achieve 'meaningful weight loss'
A new study finds people using the weight loss drug Wegovy can achieve meaningful weight loss and keep it off for up to four years, but there is a catch.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
US pediatricians allow HIV-positive mothers to breastfeed under new guidelines
People with HIV can breastfeed their babies, as long as they are taking medications that effectively suppress the virus that causes AIDS, a top U.S. pediatricians’ group said Monday in a sharp policy change.
Oak Creek charity baseball game, cancer survivor recognized
Oak Creek High School hosted the annual "Knight for a Cause" charity baseball game on Saturday, May 18.
Milwaukee County health challenge kicks off
The Milwaukee County Healthy County Challenge returns for its third summer on Wednesday, May 15.
Kids and screen time at meal times; study finds negative impact
A new study shows children who use smartphones or watch TV at meal times are more likely to be overweight.
Milwaukee landmarks light up blue for Celiac Disease Awareness
Milwaukee buildings will be lighting up blue for International Celiac Disease Awareness Day on Thursday, May 16.
Mother's Day 'Pink Out' raises breast cancer awareness at Brewers game
The Milwaukee Brewers and Aurora Health Care partnered for a Mother's Day "Pink Out" on Sunday, May 12.
Mother's Day and mental health; what to know if someone's struggling
While many people celebrate, Mother's Day can be difficult and dark for some people. May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
Common cooking ingredient could reduce dementia mortality risk, study suggests
Infusing this pantry staple into your diet could pay big dividends for cognitive health and longevity, a new study suggests.
Drug overdose deaths, 'Jump for Archie' hopes to curb crisis
A Wisconsin family is on a mission to reduce the number of drug overdose deaths. A "Jump for Archie" into Lac La Belle hopes of saving lives.
Black Birth Symposium brings attention to racial disparities
The third annual Black Birth Symposium on Saturday brought attention to racial disparities in maternal and infant health care.