Flesh-eating bacteria may be in Hurricane Idalia flood waters

One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.

Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says

Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.

Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years

It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.

Coughs, sniffles; keep kids home when symptoms like this show?

This time of year, when kids head back to school, illnesses can spread easier. Do parents have to keep their kids home for every cough and sniffle?

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19

The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.

AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making

ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research

Racine Deputy LaForge fatal heart attack inspires CT scan mission

Racine County Deputy Josh LaForge died suddenly of a heart attack on July 4. In the wake of his death, the Racine County Sheriff's Office is helping his colleagues with their heart health, and it was all his wife's idea.

Dousman principal shares AFib journey to 'help somebody else'

September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, and patients and experts are shining a light on the signs and symptoms.

Dousman principal spreads AFib awareness
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September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, and patients and experts are shining a light on the signs and symptoms.

US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped

An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.

Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows

A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.

Former Milwaukee health commissioner's resignation records released

Documents, just obtained by FOX6, shed light on what led to the former Milwaukee Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson's abrupt January resignation.

Jill Biden visits Madison; cancer efforts, education the focus

First lady Jill Biden travels to Madison on Thursday, Aug. 31 – capping a three-stop visit around the Midwest. The visit will be focused on cancer and education.

Recovery Connect app fights opioid crisis, Milwaukee Co. 8th for deaths

Milwaukee County ranks eighth in the country for overdose deaths among large cities and counties, and the Recovery Connect app offers a direct line to life-saving help.

Recovery Connect app fights opioid crisis
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Milwaukee County ranks eighth in the country for overdose deaths among large cities and counties, and the Recovery Connect app offers a direct line to life-saving help.