West Nile virus: Milwaukee Health Department reports human cases
The Milwaukee Health Department advised residents to take steps to prevent mosquito bites after two human cases of West Nile virus were reported.
United for Waukesha Resiliency Center operations extended thru mid-2026
Officials with the United for Waukesha Resiliency Center (UWRC) announced an 18-month extension of its operations.
'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
NFL legend Brett Favre details symptoms he noticed before Parkinson's diagnosis
Brett Favre revealed on Tuesday that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease as he testified on Capitol Hill about welfare reform.
Brett Favre shares Parkinson's diagnosis; experts discuss disease
Brett Favre announced he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease during a congressional hearing about his alleged misuse of welfare funds.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
Teen sextortion growing, FBI says; parents on mission, son dead
The FBI said sextortion is a growing blackmail crime that affects thousands of teens every year. Now, two parents are on a mission to educate the public.
Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
Ozaukee County deputy 'use of force incident,' suspect in custody
Ozaukee County deputies took a man into custody on Friday after a “mental health crisis" escalated into a “use of force incident," the sheriff's office said.
NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
Racine house fire; family's daughter helps save her siblings
A Racine family is counting their blessings after a fire tore through their home Wednesday, Sept. 18.
Wisconsin school lockdowns: Planned attack tips increase, DOJ says
Three schools in southeast Wisconsin have had some type of lockdown just a few weeks into the school year. State officials hope to turn the trend around.
DHS: Wisconsin whooping cough cases increasing 'significantly'
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is reporting a significant increase in cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, across Wisconsin.
Promoting wellness at Cedar Creek Apothecary
Nestled in the heart of Cedarburg lies a historic mill that’s been lovingly transformed into The Shops of Cedar Creek Settlement – and this weekend the shops are open to celebrate the 50th Annual Wine & Harvest Festival. Brian Kramp is at the landmark with the owners of a shop that’s committed to curating items bringing health and joy to our customers.
Cedar Creek Apothecary Products in Cedarburg
Nestled in the heart of Cedarburg lies a historic mill that’s been lovingly transformed into The Shops of Cedar Creek Settlement – and this weekend the shops are open to celebrate the 50th Annual Wine & Harvest Festival. Brian Kramp is at the landmark with the owners of a shop that’s committed to curating items bringing health and joy to our customers.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.