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.

Meet the man who performed ‘vital’ CPR on Damar Hamlin

Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington administered CPR that was "absolutely vital" to saving Hamlin’s life after he collapsed on the field from cardiac arrest following a tackle early in the first quarter of Monday night’s game.

Seasonal affective disorder, 'winter blues' mental health tips

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of clinical depression that typically occurs during the winter months. The "winter blues" is a "lesser form."

German doctor gets over 2 years in prison for illegally issuing mask exemptions during pandemic

A regional court in the southwestern town of Weinheim confirmed Tuesday that the doctor was convicted of “issuing incorrect health certificates” to people from across Germany, most of whom she had never met or examined.

Sesame officially added to FDA's major food allergen list

A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.

Diabetes likely to surge in US children and teens by 2060, study finds

A recent study funded by the CDC and NIH projects young Americans with type 2 diabetes could increase by nearly 700% by the year 2060.

Donate blood to Red Cross, earn chance to win trip to Super Bowl LVII

This January, the American Red Cross and Pro Football Hall of Famer and blood donor Peyton Manning are asking people to score big for patients in need – while getting a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII in Arizona – by giving blood or platelets.

Idaho student murders: What is genetic genealogy, a tool reportedly used to help capture the suspect?

The arrest of a man in connection with the murders of 4 University of Idaho students has cast a spotlight on a tool used by law enforcement to help solve crimes. Here's what you should know about Genetic Genealogy.

NFL player suffers cardiac arrest, Waukesha family knows pain

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest on the field. In 2019, Waukesha student-athlete Kai Lermer died from cardiac arrest.

The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now

The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.

More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows

A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.

Dry January: 31 days without alcohol, long-term benefits

Wisconsin is known for its drinking culture, but “Dry January” has grown in popularity, with some finding 31 days without alcohol leads to better sleep, less anxiety and more energy.

New Omicron subvariant becoming dominant COVID strain in U.S.

A new Omicron variant known as XBB.1.5 is reportedly spreading quickly nationwide as doctors say COVID-19 continues to evolve.