Reducing salt intake by just 1 teaspoon a day has same effect as blood pressure meds, study finds

A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that cutting just one teaspoon of salt per day could have the same effect as taking blood pressure medication.

Lung cancer awareness; early screenings encouraged

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.

1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered at Iowa farm following bird flu case

An additional 1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered after bird flu was confirmed on an Iowa egg farm in the second massive case this week.

Lung cancer pill shows 'earth-shattering' results in 5-year study: 'An optimistic time'

Many lung cancer patients now have access to a potentially life-saving new medication called Tagrisso. A surgeon from Hackensack Meridian and a patient share their experiences with the drug.

Grafton gym pushes for veteran mental, physical health

A veteran-owned small business is shedding light on the need for community support, strengthening the body and the mind.

CDC report: Childhood vaccination exemptions reach all-time high

A study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday indicates that 3% of all U.S. kindergartners are not being vaccinated, the highest level reported ever.

Drug Take Back Day; Wisconsin leads nation in fall collection

Wisconsin ranked number one in the country for the most prescription medications collected during the fall  2023 Drug Take Back Day

Zepbound: FDA approves new weight-loss drug

Federal regulators say a new version of the popular diabetes treatment Mounjaro can be sold as a weight-loss drug.

FDA approves new version of diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss

The Food and Drug Administration approved Zepbound, a new version of the popular diabetes treatment Mounjaro which helps dieters lose about a quarter of their body weight.

Elon Musk’s Neuralink seeks 1st volunteer to have robot insert wires inside their skull

Would you put a tiny computer chip in your brain? Neuralink is one of many working on linking the nervous system to computers, aimed at helping treat brain disorders and injuries.

Mental health; Wisconsin teens face growing, daily challenges

Our youth are dealing with concerns on a whole different level than other generations – and it’s taking a toll on them.