Popular painkiller offers little relief, raises serious health risks, study finds
A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.
Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters infects 64 people in 22 states
A salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has infected at least 64 people in 22 states, the CDC says.
Milwaukee burn support group helps survivors heal beyond physical scars
A Milwaukee burn support group has helped survivors heal emotionally since the 1980s, offering connection and peer support for patients facing life after serious burn injuries.
Milwaukee burn support group helps survivors heal
A Milwaukee burn support group has helped survivors heal emotionally since the 1980s, offering connection and peer support for patients facing life after serious burn injuries.
Caledonia mother seeks help as cancer returns
A Caledonia mother of four is seeking community support after her cancer returned and spread, leaving her family facing a $300,000 treatment not covered by insurance.
Caledonia mother seeks help as cancer returns, costly treatment looms
A Caledonia mother of four is seeking community support after her cancer returned and spread, leaving her family facing a $300,000 treatment not covered by insurance.
Wegovy pill for weight loss approved by FDA; 1st of its kind
The pill will be 25 mg that should be taken once daily, according to Novo Nordisk.
Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Misunderstood illness leaves millions exhausted, with most cases undiagnosed
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.
Trump announces new deals with drugmakers to lower prices for Americans
Trump announced new agreements with major drugmakers to lower prescription costs and boost U.S. pharmaceutical investment.
Wisconsin child deaths tied to respiratory illness; COVID-19 and influenza
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Thursday confirmed two children from Wisconsin have died from respiratory illness this season.
MPS lead crisis: District shares update on lead paint stabilization efforts
Milwaukee Public Schools says lead stabilization work is complete at 99 elementary schools, finishing ahead of deadline and costing more than $43 million, with new steps planned to prevent future issues.
FDA announces urgent recall of dietary supplement due to undeclared ingredients
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent recall of a dietary supplement due to the capsules being tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil, which are FDA approved drugs to treat male erectile dysfunction.
Milwaukee County highlights opioid settlement funding amid federal cuts
Milwaukee County leaders and advocates say opioid settlement dollars are critical for sustaining treatment and recovery services as federal behavioral health funding faces uncertainty.
Man’s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Arctic air arrives Saturday; Milwaukee Health Department offers safety tips
The City of Milwaukee Health Department is urging people to take precautions with cold wind chill conditions forecasted through the weekend.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.