Study reveals weekend-only workouts can also boost heart health

Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.

Glendale property health hazard; TCE exceeds normal concentrations

The North Shore Health Department ordered the evacuation of six brand-new apartments in Glendale after testing showed the elevated presence of trichlorethylene (TCE), a cancer-causing chemical.

1 year later, how is 988 mental health crisis hotline doing? Here's what you should know

It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.

One-third of normal weight people could be obese, study says

A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.

Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak

Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.

Harley-Davidson breast cancer ride for Komen, hundreds participate

House of Harley-Davidson celebrated women in motorcycling Saturday – with all proceeds going to Susan G. Komen to fight breast cancer.

Wisconsin air quality advisory, Canadian wildfire smoke

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued a statewide air quality advisory Friday, July 14 due to wildfire smoke coming from Western Canada.

Houston, Harris County experiencing syphilis outbreak, 128% increase in women, says HHD

Houston and Harris County are experiencing a syphilis outbreak after Houston Health Department (HHD) reports a 128% increase in cases among women and 57% increase overall.

New Red Cross blood van; Summerfest fans, Generac donate $55K

With the help of hundreds of Summerfest fans, Generac donated $55,000 generated from fans to the Red Cross for a critical blood services vehicle.

UWM Zilber College of Public Health receives record $20M gift

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee received the largest single gift in school history – $20 million to the Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health.

Cyclospora: What is it and where does it come from?

While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.

Study finds some pain medicines could soon be created from pine trees

Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.

Milwaukee's GLOW 414 rebuilds after crash
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GLOW 414 started in Milwaukee in 2017 and flourished, now helping 150 girls with social/emotional needs and mental health services. After their building was destroyed, the founder is determined to push forward for her girls.

Rare fungal infection leaves Wisconsin woman dead

A Kenosha wife and mother died after contracting a fungal infection in her lungs. While cases are rare, Wisconsin sees some of the highest rates in the U.S.