Susan G. Komen executive director diagnosed with breast cancer again
Her first diagnosis was 14 years ago. She fought it and beat it. Now, the executive director of Susan G. Komen Wisconsin has breast cancer again.
Mental health support; Kohl's donates $200K, youth programming, training
Kohl’s announced a $200,000 commitment to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeast Wisconsin in support of reducing stigmas around mental health and providing more resources for youth.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Sleep issues; most Americans say they are not getting enough
A majority of Americans say they would feel better if they could have more sleep, according to a new poll.
Mental health support for Milwaukee firefighters; new initiative launched
The Milwaukee Fire Department launched on Monday, April 29 a new initiative to provide first responders with essential mental health support.
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
Mental health support for Milwaukee firefighters; new initiative launched
The Milwaukee Fire Department launched on Monday, April 29 a new initiative to provide first responders with essential mental health support.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Milwaukee shooting, Fond du Lac and Hampton; 2 wounded including child, 5
Two people, including a 5-year-old child, were shot and wounded in a shooting near Fond du Lac and Hampton late Friday, April 26.
Measles case in Dane County, DHS investigating possible exposures
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) confirmed a case of measles in a person living in Dane County, with travel and employment in Rock County.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
David Beckham's $10M lawsuit against Mark Wahlberg's fitness company will go to trial
David Beckham and Mark Wahlberg's companies will battle it out in court over money the English soccer star claims F45 owes him.
Taking control of mental health; Milwaukee students face issue at summit
Milwaukee students are learning to take control of their mental health. They faced the issue head-on at a summit on Monday, April 22.
Céline Dion hopes for 'a miracle' to cure Stiff Person Syndrome
When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled.