Birth control pill might impair parts of brain that regulate fear, study says
The part of the brain that controls how people regulate fear was thinner than that of men and women who never used hormonal contraceptives.
The part of the brain that controls how people regulate fear was thinner than that of men and women who never used hormonal contraceptives.
Sharp surge in syphilis cases among US newborns sparks urgent call for testing and treatment
More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.
More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.
1 in 5 US adults ‘rarely or never’ wakes up feeling well-rested — here’s why
Surprising sleep trends were revealed in new survey, including the rise of ‘Scandinavian sleeping.'
Surprising sleep trends were revealed in new survey, including the rise of ‘Scandinavian sleeping.'
Spinach vs. kale: Which is 'better' for you? Nutritionists settle the great debate
Spinach and kale are often pitted against each other in the realm of healthy eating. But is there a winner?
Spinach and kale are often pitted against each other in the realm of healthy eating. But is there a winner?
High levels of 'fecal bacteria' close popular Lake Mead tourist spot, NPS says
Travelers headed to Lake Mead National Recreation Area in the U.S. Southwest may face closures in certain park areas "until further notice."
Travelers headed to Lake Mead National Recreation Area in the U.S. Southwest may face closures in certain park areas "until further notice."
These are some of the strange objects that get stuck in people's bodies, according to CDC data
"Foreign objects stuck in people’s bodies" were the 9th leading cause of unintentional injuries that led to emergency room visits in 2021, according to the CDC.
"Foreign objects stuck in people’s bodies" were the 9th leading cause of unintentional injuries that led to emergency room visits in 2021, according to the CDC.
Importance of mental health support
Discussions surrounding mental health are so important ? and in just a week, four teens will get ready to share their stories at "One Thing I Wish You Knew."
Discussions surrounding mental health are so important ? and in just a week, four teens will get ready to share their stories at "One Thing I Wish You Knew."
FDA proposes ban on food additive found in some sodas, fruity sports drinks
Brominated vegetable oil was once more widely used in popular citrus drinks in the U.S., but has been slowly phased out amid potential health risks.
Brominated vegetable oil was once more widely used in popular citrus drinks in the U.S., but has been slowly phased out amid potential health risks.
Tropical skin disease carried by sand flies now in US
A recent study reveals the bite of a sand fly can cause a skin infection.
A recent study reveals the bite of a sand fly can cause a skin infection.
Eye drops sold at Walmart added to FDA's list of potentially harmful products
Walmart eye drops are the 27th concerning eye product on the FDA's list.
Walmart eye drops are the 27th concerning eye product on the FDA's list.
Open Record: Upon Closer Examination
Contact 6's Jenna Sachs talks about two recent issues affecting thousands of people in Wisconsin: Evictions and breast cancer treatment.
Contact 6's Jenna Sachs talks about two recent issues affecting thousands of people in Wisconsin: Evictions and breast cancer treatment.
Mental health crisis facilities, Wisconsin lawmakers hear testimony
Wisconsin lawmakers want to build urgent care centers for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
Wisconsin lawmakers want to build urgent care centers for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
US infant mortality rate rose to 3% in 2022, largest increase in 2 decades, CDC says
The U.S. infant mortality rate rose 3% last year, which is the largest increase in two decades.
The U.S. infant mortality rate rose 3% last year, which is the largest increase in two decades.
Milwaukee COVID case reporting changes; what residents should know
The Milwaukee Health Department is no longer required to report all COVID-19 cases -- only cases associated with a hospitalization or pediatric death.
The Milwaukee Health Department is no longer required to report all COVID-19 cases -- only cases associated with a hospitalization or pediatric death.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Boy's juvenile diabetes Halloween fundraiser 'frights' for a good cause
A Racine boy set up Halloween decorations to help raise money for juvenile diabetes research. His family has a goal to raise $1,000.
A Racine boy set up Halloween decorations to help raise money for juvenile diabetes research. His family has a goal to raise $1,000.
'Fall back' this weekend for daylight saving time. Here’s what you need to know
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
Certain kinds of music may help you feel less pain, study suggests
Researchers in Canada conducted a study that implies some songs you enjoy listening to may lessen the pain you feel.
Researchers in Canada conducted a study that implies some songs you enjoy listening to may lessen the pain you feel.
Researchers identify amino acid that may play role for predicting, treating long COVID
The researchers were able to determine which patients with COVID-19 would go on to develop longer-term symptoms.
The researchers were able to determine which patients with COVID-19 would go on to develop longer-term symptoms.
WanaBana fruit pouches found to have 'extremely high' levels of lead, FDA warns
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.



















