Widower pays off school lunch debts statewide, honoring late wife's legacy
An Oklahoma widow has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Young organ donor honored; April is National Donate Life Month
A young man's life was honored Tuesday, April 2, for his efforts to save the lives of others after his fatal plane crash.
Bird flu: Can humans get infected?
After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.
Shannen Doherty simplifies life amid cancer battle
As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.
Camp One Step studio interview
Camp One Step provides free year-round camp experiences for kids with cancer and their families that foster joy, belonging, confidence, and lifelong friendships. Camp One Step President Jeff Infusino joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to share moer.
CDC warns of invasive bacterial outbreak amid spike in cases and fatality rates
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.
Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
'Troubling medical trend:' Colorectal cancer rising in young people
It’s a troubling medical trend. Colorectal cancer is rapidly rising among people in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
Colorectal cancer rising in young people
It’s a troubling medical trend. Colorectal cancer is rapidly rising among people in their 20s, 30s and 40s. Doctors say often, when the cancer is diagnosed, it’s already at a dangerous stage.
Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer
Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.
Brown Deer Pick 'n Save mercury spill, store remains closed
Crews at the Brown Deer Pick 'n Save continued to address a mercury spill on Saturday that forced the store to shut down the previous day.
Brown Deer Pick 'n Save HAZMAT response, store evacuated
The Brown Deer Pick 'n Save grocery store was evacuated on Friday due to what officials said was a mercury spill. A HAZMAT team responded to the scene.
Woman left with kidney damage after visiting hair salon
Topical glyoxylic acid may be to blame for the women's injuries, doctors say.
Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023
Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.
Glendale teen's mental health podcast looks to help others
Taking away the stigma, a Glendale teen is on a mission to help others struggling with their mental health.
‘Ozempic babies’: Is the weight loss drug leading to surprise pregnancies?
Ozempic and Wegovy have steadily gained popularity for people trying to lose weight, but it's also being connected to another unexpected result: pregnancy.
Milwaukee Brewers help families with care packages, donations
The Brewers staff spent Wednesday morning, March 27, at American Family Field, helping families facing housing insecurity.
‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’
Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.
Greenfield, West Allis health departments merge
The City of Greenfield and City of West Allis announced the creation of the Southwest Suburban Health Department -- as the Greenfield Health Department merges with the West Allis Health Department.