1st vaccine for RSV approved by FDA

The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.

Ivermectin use for COVID; Wisconsin Supreme Court won't order

Wisconsin's conservative-controlled Supreme Court ruled that a hospital could not be forced to give a deworming drug to a patient with COVID-19.

Ivermectin use for COVID; Wisconsin Supreme Court won't order
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Wisconsin's conservative-controlled Supreme Court ruled that a hospital could not be forced to give a deworming drug to a patient with COVID-19.

Hair relaxers may affect women's fertility, study suggests

Current and former use of chemical hair straighteners, greater frequency and duration of use, and scalp burns from the products were linked to lower chances of becoming pregnant, the study found.

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says

“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.

Study finds link between long naps and obesity, high blood pressure

A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.

US to end most federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates next week

The Biden administration will end the last remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week when the national public health emergency for the coronavirus ends.

Kohl's donation to Children's Wisconsin; $3M for mental health clinics
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Children?s Wisconsin and Kohl?s announced on Monday that the two are expanding their partnership to improve access to mental health services for children.

Kohl's donation to Children's Wisconsin; $3M for mental health clinics

Children’s Wisconsin and Kohl’s announced on Monday, May 1 that the two are expanding their partnership to improve access to mental health services for children.

Closed Racine COVID-19 test site gets complaints, praise

A COVID-19 test site in Racine disrupted its neighborhood for weeks. The for-profit business drew crowds of people to Douglas Avenue in Racine. Those who visited tell Contact 6 they left with money in their pockets.

Closed Racine COVID-19 test site gets complaints, praise
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A COVID-19 test site in Racine disrupted its neighborhood for weeks. The for-profit business drew crowds of people to Douglas Avenue in Racine. Those who visited tell Contact 6 they left with money in their pockets.

What’s behind shortages of Adderall, Ozempic and other meds?

In recent months, unexpected demand spikes, manufacturing problems and tight ingredient supplies have contributed to shortages that stress patients, parents and doctors.

These are the worst drinks for your health, according to nutritionists

Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.

Pancreatic cancer: What you should know about the disease that led to Jerry Springer's death

With the revelation of what led to talk show host Jerry Springer's death, it is shining a spotlight once again on pancreatic cancer. Although the cancer is not as common, it does rank among the deadliest of cancers. Here's what you should know about the disease.

How to get COVID tests now before it's no longer free

Free COVID testing ends on May 11, but you'll still have access to tests with a few differences.

What to know about ticks and Lyme season following a mild winter

Researchers say it is hard to predict how the tick season will play out. This year’s mild winter and early snow melt, though, could mean more ticks earlier than usual.