Strep throat infections have spiked above pre-COVID highs, says report: 'We've missed cases'
A doctor says a "recent assault of viruses" could have weakened people's immune systems.
A doctor says a "recent assault of viruses" could have weakened people's immune systems.
Drug Take Back Day is April 22 in Wisconsin
Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications at Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 22. Over 158 events are planned across Wisconsin.
Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications at Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 22. Over 158 events are planned across Wisconsin.
Calorie-counted menus linked to lower obesity-related cancer rates, healthcare costs, study finds
The researchers estimated that the policy could prevent 28,000 new cancer cases and 16,700 cancer deaths among 235 million US adults over a lifetime.
The researchers estimated that the policy could prevent 28,000 new cancer cases and 16,700 cancer deaths among 235 million US adults over a lifetime.
‘Missing’ cancer cases: New diagnoses dropped more than 14% early in pandemic
Study findings suggest stay-at-home orders delayed cancer diagnoses
Study findings suggest stay-at-home orders delayed cancer diagnoses
YouTube rolls out updated policy for eating disorder-related content
YouTube introduced the new changes this week to better manage video content about eating disorders.
YouTube introduced the new changes this week to better manage video content about eating disorders.
'I hear them daily in my allergy clinic': 5 myths debunked about seasonal allergies
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Man loses over 200 pounds so he can fulfill dream of enlisting
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Cure for grey hair? Scientific discovery could hold key to preserving hair color
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
Cleaning for a Reason: Network of maid services helps cancer patients nationwide
To date, Cleaning for a Reason has provided roughly $16 million worth of cleaning services to nearly 50,000 people battling cancer.
To date, Cleaning for a Reason has provided roughly $16 million worth of cleaning services to nearly 50,000 people battling cancer.
Mystery virus sends young Houston-area man into organ failure
“At first, I just thought it was a flu and cough, that's what we went in for. And then doctors were doing their tests, and then they came in saying, ‘we need to get you to the hospital now,’" Jacob says.
“At first, I just thought it was a flu and cough, that's what we went in for. And then doctors were doing their tests, and then they came in saying, ‘we need to get you to the hospital now,’" Jacob says.
Get ready for 'rough' pollen season this year, allergist warns
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
Concert for the Cure; 2 strangers connected by cancer
One way or another – cancer has touched all our lives. From Elkhorn to West Bend, FOX6 News traveled our viewing area for a story about two strangers connected by cancer.
One way or another – cancer has touched all our lives. From Elkhorn to West Bend, FOX6 News traveled our viewing area for a story about two strangers connected by cancer.
Oregon licenses first 'facilitators' to accompany clients taking magic mushrooms
These "facilitators" will accompany clients wishing to take the so-called magic mushrooms, and their licensing is a major next step in the state's experiment with psilocybin.
These "facilitators" will accompany clients wishing to take the so-called magic mushrooms, and their licensing is a major next step in the state's experiment with psilocybin.
Biologists invent new microscope inspired by scallops’ eyes to more effectively study organs
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
Milwaukee health commissioner opening; mayor nominates Totoraitis for role
Mayor Cavalier Johnson has nominated Michael Totoraitis for health commissioner. He most recently served as the department's director of health data and evaluation.
Mayor Cavalier Johnson has nominated Michael Totoraitis for health commissioner. He most recently served as the department's director of health data and evaluation.
Milwaukee County mental health services; $600K for communities of color
With higher demand and fewer people who want to do the job, Milwaukee's mental health service providers say keeping up is a challenge. Milwaukee County's allocation of $600,000 will allow for the hiring of more staff.
With higher demand and fewer people who want to do the job, Milwaukee's mental health service providers say keeping up is a challenge. Milwaukee County's allocation of $600,000 will allow for the hiring of more staff.
Drug take back: Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office April 21 event
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office will host a Drug Take Back Day event Friday, April 21 at the Washington Park Senior Center.
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office will host a Drug Take Back Day event Friday, April 21 at the Washington Park Senior Center.
Drug-resistant 'superbugs' found in 40% of supermarket meat products, study says
Multidrug-resistant E. coli were found in chicken, turkey, beef, and pork products chosen at random from supermarkets in 2020, according to a Spanish study.
Multidrug-resistant E. coli were found in chicken, turkey, beef, and pork products chosen at random from supermarkets in 2020, according to a Spanish study.
Southeast Wisconsin hospitals end mask mandate
After roughly three years of masking up, hospitals in southeast Wisconsin are giving employees and patients a choice to wear them.
After roughly three years of masking up, hospitals in southeast Wisconsin are giving employees and patients a choice to wear them.
New mRNA cancer vaccine helps cut risk of melanoma recurrence by nearly half, trial finds
A clinical trial from researchers finds that the new experimental vaccine combined with immunotherapy helped lower the chances of melanoma recurring or causing death.
A clinical trial from researchers finds that the new experimental vaccine combined with immunotherapy helped lower the chances of melanoma recurring or causing death.