National Poison Prevention Week; Tips from the Wisconsin Poison Center
Bre Campbell from the Wisconsin Poison Control Center show us just how quickly mix ups with potentially dangerous chemicals can happen - and what to do if it does
Bre Campbell from the Wisconsin Poison Control Center show us just how quickly mix ups with potentially dangerous chemicals can happen - and what to do if it does
Wisconsin breast cancer screening bill; Governor Evers signs 'Gail's Law'
Governor Evers signed "Gail’s Law" on Thursday, requiring health insurance policies to fully cover medically necessary supplemental breast screenings or diagnostic breast examinations for those with dense breasts or who are at an increased risk of breast cancer.
Governor Evers signed "Gail’s Law" on Thursday, requiring health insurance policies to fully cover medically necessary supplemental breast screenings or diagnostic breast examinations for those with dense breasts or who are at an increased risk of breast cancer.
These states ranks as the best places for doctors in 2026, data suggests
A new WalletHub analysis finds that where doctors choose to practice can significantly affect their pay, workload and overall job satisfaction.
A new WalletHub analysis finds that where doctors choose to practice can significantly affect their pay, workload and overall job satisfaction.
Wisconsin Senate passes PFAS aid compromise; bills head to governor
The Wisconsin Senate approved bipartisan PFAS funding bills on Tuesday, March 17, that send aid to communities impacted by contamination and move the legislation to Gov. Tony Evers for final approval.
The Wisconsin Senate approved bipartisan PFAS funding bills on Tuesday, March 17, that send aid to communities impacted by contamination and move the legislation to Gov. Tony Evers for final approval.
DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Susie Wiles reveals breast cancer diagnosis: 'Grateful it was detected early'
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Judge temporarily blocks federal health officials from reducing vaccine recommendations for children
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin: Donors needed in wake of blizzard
The blizzard that blitzed southeast Wisconsin created a problem for Versiti Blood Centers of Wisconsin. Now, the organization needs your help to resolve that problem.
The blizzard that blitzed southeast Wisconsin created a problem for Versiti Blood Centers of Wisconsin. Now, the organization needs your help to resolve that problem.
Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Bedbug nightmare spreading across South as cases surge in multiple states
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
Poultry shows, exhibitions suspended due to bird flu in southern Wisconsin
To help prevent the spread of bird flu, all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry in southern Wisconsin have been suspended.
To help prevent the spread of bird flu, all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry in southern Wisconsin have been suspended.
Health Watch: Concerns over consulting AI for health info
Artificial intelligence is growing but you probably shouldn't use it as a health resource. The maker of ChatGPT says more than 40 million people consult the platform every day for health information. But new research suggests AI could be misleading folks in certain situations. Joining FOX6 News at 4 to talk about this is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
Artificial intelligence is growing but you probably shouldn't use it as a health resource. The maker of ChatGPT says more than 40 million people consult the platform every day for health information. But new research suggests AI could be misleading folks in certain situations. Joining FOX6 News at 4 to talk about this is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
Milwaukee 'food desert' crisis, city leaders move topic to new committee
Milwaukee leaders were supposed to discuss steps to address the city's "food desert" crisis, but that ended up not happening on Thursday.
Milwaukee leaders were supposed to discuss steps to address the city's "food desert" crisis, but that ended up not happening on Thursday.
Some water beads 'illegal' in US as federal safety rules go into effect
Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.
Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.
Multi-vitamins may slow biological aging in older adults
A new study says those who take a multi-vitamin every day were able to slow their biological aging.
A new study says those who take a multi-vitamin every day were able to slow their biological aging.
Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
2025 Wisconsin vaccination rate data released by DHS
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released on Monday, March 9, its annual vaccination rates among children, adolescents, and adults for 2025.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released on Monday, March 9, its annual vaccination rates among children, adolescents, and adults for 2025.
Tommy DeCarlo, lead singer of Boston, dies at 60
Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist for the rock band Boston, has died following a battle with brain cancer.
Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist for the rock band Boston, has died following a battle with brain cancer.
A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.