McDonald's E.coli outbreak kills 1, sickens dozens
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
New stroke prevention guidelines released by American Stroke Association
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.
'Walking pneumonia' cases on the rise in young children: What to know
The CDC is tracking a notable rise in "walking pneumonia" and acute bronchitis cases in young children.
Power and Purpose youth summit
Gina Whiyee from Milwaukee County Children, Youth & Family Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
The importance of engaging with young people
David Muhammad from the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to chat about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
Something new about the sense of smell
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about some trending health topics, including what new research is showing us about our sense of smell.
Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go
With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.
Arizona's famous 'Thanksgiving Grandma,' Wanda Dench diagnosed with cancer
Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.
Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows
A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.
Demi Moore says ex Bruce Willis is in 'stable' health as he battles dementia
Demi Moore gave an update on ex-husband Bruce Willis' health while accepting an award at the 2024 Hamptons International Film Festival.
Family struggles to bring 'hero' father home after falling sick on European cruise
A Colorado family is working to bring their father back to the U.S. after he fell seriously ill during a European cruise.
Milwaukee Heath Department hosts free vaccine clinic
Health experts say vaccinations have decreased in recent years, and the Milwaukee Health Department wants to turn things around.
Milwaukee Health Dept. vaccine clinic
Health experts say vaccinations have decreased in recent years, and the Milwaukee Health Department wants to turn things around. People poured out the doors of the Southside Health Center on Saturday morning, Oct. 21.
Whooping cough cases up more than 340% over this time last year
Cases fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are back on the rise now. Here's what to know about whooping cough and the Tdap and DTaP vaccines.
Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade
After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.
Milwaukee Health Department: Free vaccine clinics Oct. 11-12
The City of Milwaukee Health Department is hosting two vaccination clinics this week to help families update their children’s school-required vaccinations.
Wisconsinites donate to Hurricane Helene victims
With two hurricanes in two weeks, Wisconsinites are stepping up and driving south to help victims still struggling from Hurricane Helene.
At-home COVID-19 and flu tests
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to talk about new at-home COVID-19 and flu tests, among other health topics.
83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
New study finds humanity nearing life expectancy limits
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.