Calls, texts and chats pouring into new 988 mental health helpline
The 988 mental health helpline has quickly expanded its reach in the six months since it launched — with over 2 million calls, texts and chat messages pouring in.
The 988 mental health helpline has quickly expanded its reach in the six months since it launched — with over 2 million calls, texts and chat messages pouring in.
Milwaukee health commissioner resigning; Kirsten Johnson departs in March
Milwaukee Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson intends to resign her position at the beginning of March.
Milwaukee Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson intends to resign her position at the beginning of March.
Animal sedative ‘zombie drug’ flooding opioid market: What you need to know
The animal sedative xylazine is flooding the illegal opioid market causing overdose, death and worse.
The animal sedative xylazine is flooding the illegal opioid market causing overdose, death and worse.
Fisher-Price again recalls Rock ‘n Play Sleepers after nearly 100 infant deaths
A recall for the product was first issued in April 2019. At the time, 30 deaths were connected to the product.
A recall for the product was first issued in April 2019. At the time, 30 deaths were connected to the product.
CPR training at Gee's Clippers
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) teamed up with Milwaukee Fire Department EMS to offer CPR training to barbers at Gee's Clippers and Beauty Salon on Monday, Jan. 9.
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) teamed up with Milwaukee Fire Department EMS to offer CPR training to barbers at Gee's Clippers and Beauty Salon on Monday, Jan. 9.
The '10-second toothbrush' makes its debut in the US
The Y-Brush, a mouthguard-style toothbrush developed by a French company, comes with 35,000 soft nylon filaments that brush all the teeth simultaneously.
The Y-Brush, a mouthguard-style toothbrush developed by a French company, comes with 35,000 soft nylon filaments that brush all the teeth simultaneously.
Childhood obesity should be treated early, including surgery and meds, new guidance says
The American Academy of Pediatrics said Monday that delaying treatment to see whether children and teens outgrow or overcome obesity only makes things worse.
The American Academy of Pediatrics said Monday that delaying treatment to see whether children and teens outgrow or overcome obesity only makes things worse.
Milwaukee Guest House volunteer serves 150th meal to the hungry
After 150 meals served to Milwaukee men in need, volunteer Carl Johnson says he's learned "to serve a good dessert" as that "seems to cover any deficiencies in the meal."
After 150 meals served to Milwaukee men in need, volunteer Carl Johnson says he's learned "to serve a good dessert" as that "seems to cover any deficiencies in the meal."
Muskego father seeks kidney donor, 'begging at this point'
A Muskego father is looking for a kidney donor and turning to the public for help. His disease has taken over his family's life.
A Muskego father is looking for a kidney donor and turning to the public for help. His disease has taken over his family's life.
Muskego father seeks kidney donor, 'begging at this point'
A Muskego father is looking for a kidney donor and turning to the public for help. His disease has taken over his family's life.
A Muskego father is looking for a kidney donor and turning to the public for help. His disease has taken over his family's life.
USDA approves vaccine for honeybees, a first in the U.S.
Scientists say the vaccine will protect them from disease that can ravage colonies in as little as three weeks.
Scientists say the vaccine will protect them from disease that can ravage colonies in as little as three weeks.
RSV, heart surgeries; Milwaukee girl home after months in hospital
A Milwaukee girl is home after battling RSV, other respiratory infections and three open-heart surgeries. Her mother calls her "a miracle."
A Milwaukee girl is home after battling RSV, other respiratory infections and three open-heart surgeries. Her mother calls her "a miracle."
Damar Hamlin shares Instagram message: 'The Love has been overwhelming'
Though Damar Hamlin is still recovering in critical condition, doctors described his neurological function as “excellent” Saturday.
Though Damar Hamlin is still recovering in critical condition, doctors described his neurological function as “excellent” Saturday.
Honey as an alternative to sugar? New study indicates the health benefits
Honey from a single floral source may improve blood sugar control, a new study found.
Honey from a single floral source may improve blood sugar control, a new study found.
States target transgender health care in first bills of 2023
More than two dozen bills seeking to restrict transgender health care access have been introduced across 11 states for the legislative sessions beginning in early 2023.
More than two dozen bills seeking to restrict transgender health care access have been introduced across 11 states for the legislative sessions beginning in early 2023.
New Alzheimer's drug: What to know as Leqembi hits the market
Here are some things to know about the FDA's approval of lecanemab, to be sold under the brand name Leqembi.
Here are some things to know about the FDA's approval of lecanemab, to be sold under the brand name Leqembi.
Illegal dumping, Milwaukee offers $1K reward for tips
Milwaukee DPW crews recently worked to address illegal dumping. There are $1,000 rewards for information leading to a citation.
Milwaukee DPW crews recently worked to address illegal dumping. There are $1,000 rewards for information leading to a citation.
Study: Children who habitually check social media may experience major brain changes
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
FDA approves Leqembi, Alzheimer's drug that modestly slows disease
The Food and Drug Administration approved it for patients with Alzheimer's, specifically those with mild or early-stage disease.
The Food and Drug Administration approved it for patients with Alzheimer's, specifically those with mild or early-stage disease.
Cardiac arrest in youth sports, athletic trainers' preparedness key
Cardiac arrest is rare during athletic events but can be a problem in youth sports where athletes go without an athletic trainer or medical coverage.
Cardiac arrest is rare during athletic events but can be a problem in youth sports where athletes go without an athletic trainer or medical coverage.