US declares 'Antibiotic Awareness Week,' warns about dangers of misuse

President Biden declared “Antibiotic Awareness Week” from Nov. 18-24, aiming to raise awareness about the dangers of misuse and overuse of antibiotics.

Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment starts Nov. 1

Open enrollment through healthcare.gov begins on Monday, Nov. 1. People can begin searching for new plans that could save them money.

Abortion bills: Wisconsin lawmakers send to Evers

The Wisconsin Assembly gave final approval to a package of abortion bills, many of which Democratic Gov. Tony Evers vetoed two years ago.

Advocate Aurora Health COVID vaccine mandate, 440 workers out

About 440 employees at Advocate Aurora Health have either left the health care company or have been fired for not complying with a vaccine mandate.

Supreme Court doesn't block Texas abortion law, sets hearing

The court's action leaves in place for the time being a law that clinics say has led to an 80% reduction in abortions in the nation's second-largest state.

Court again lets Texas continue banning most abortions

The decision Thursday night keeps the law known as Senate Bill 8 in place as the Justice Department tries halting the law.

Milwaukee shootings: Trauma surgeon pushes prevention

Gun violence in the city of Milwaukee is at an all-time high. After a violent Thursday night, health officials are pushing for prevention.

Abortion rights supporters urge Wisconsin lawmakers to scrap bills

Supporters of abortion rights urged legislators to scrap bills that would prohibit abortions based on fetal characteristics and force doctors to care for babies born as a result of botched abortions.

Sista Strut promotes breast cancer awareness in Milwaukee

The 2021 Sista Strut in downtown Milwaukee celebrated breast cancer survivors, supporters and fighters during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Flu shot drive-thru in Menomonee Falls 'very convenient'

A flu shot drive-thru clinic at Froedtert in Menomonee Falls offers convenience and protection as flu season approaches.

Ban on 'surprise' medical bills on track to take effect Jan. 1, 2022

The ban “surprise” medical bills, charges that hit insured patients at some of life’s most vulnerable moments, is on track to take effect on Jan. 1.

Wisconsin COVID hospitalizations, ICU bed shortages rise

Wisconsin health officials said COVID-19 is to blame for a shortage of intensive care unit and medical-surgical beds.

Scientists make progress on poison ivy vaccine, report says

According to Scientific American, scientists at the University of Mississippi and Hapten Sciences are "proceeding with a compound called PDC-APB" to be injected once every year or two to prevent the poison plant's effects.

Will 'compassion fatigue' and surge in COVID-19 cases discourage aspiring nursing students?

With Houston-area hospitals still experiencing an influx of COVID-19 patients and feeling beyond overwhelmed, nursing schools tell FOX 26 they're seeing a mix of students either stepping up or changing careers altogether.

Purdue Pharma opioid settlement: Judge conditionally OKs $4.5B agreement

A judge on Wednesday gave conditional approval to a sweeping, potentially $10 billion plan submitted by OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to settle a mountain of lawsuits over its role in the opioid crisis.

UW Health phone scam reported

UW Health on Thursday, Aug. 26 shared information related to reports of scam phone calls made using a UW Health phone number.