Child dies from brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Nebraska river
The organism is typically found in warmer freshwater sources, though officials warn it’s being identified farther north “as previously cooler regions become warmer and drier.”
The organism is typically found in warmer freshwater sources, though officials warn it’s being identified farther north “as previously cooler regions become warmer and drier.”
50,000 monkeypox vaccines set aside for gay pride events, health officials say
At least a dozen U.S. pride events are scheduled over the next two months.
At least a dozen U.S. pride events are scheduled over the next two months.
COVID vaccine clinic for kids at Jewish Community Pantry
Families can learn about COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 6 months, get vaccinated for free, and even pick up free diapers and other supplies at Giving the Basics on Thursday at the Jewish Community Pantry.
Families can learn about COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 6 months, get vaccinated for free, and even pick up free diapers and other supplies at Giving the Basics on Thursday at the Jewish Community Pantry.
Zimbabwe: 157 unvaccinated children died amid measles outbreak
At least 2,056 cases have been reported and virtually all of the deaths have been children who were not vaccinated.
At least 2,056 cases have been reported and virtually all of the deaths have been children who were not vaccinated.
CDC orders changes after confusing COVID-19 pandemic response
The agency has long been criticized as too ponderous, focusing on collection and analysis of data but not acting quickly against new health threats.
The agency has long been criticized as too ponderous, focusing on collection and analysis of data but not acting quickly against new health threats.
South Carolina court temporarily blocks 'fetal heartbeat' law that bans abortions around 6 weeks
The South Carolina “fetal heartbeat” law banning abortion around six weeks is no longer in effect after the state Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily blocked it.
The South Carolina “fetal heartbeat” law banning abortion around six weeks is no longer in effect after the state Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily blocked it.
Most people infected with COVID-19 Omicron variant didn’t know it, study says
More than half of people who were likely infected with the COVID-19 Omicron variant last fall didn’t know they had the virus, which could be why it spread so fast, a new study finds.
More than half of people who were likely infected with the COVID-19 Omicron variant last fall didn’t know they had the virus, which could be why it spread so fast, a new study finds.
Palm Harbor parents call for empathy, kindness after daughter dies by suicide days before start of senior year
McKenna Brown, 16, was a star athlete with a bright future, but just days before the start of her senior year at East Lake High School she took her own life. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
McKenna Brown, 16, was a star athlete with a bright future, but just days before the start of her senior year at East Lake High School she took her own life. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
Wisconsin fentanyl deaths up 97%, state health officials say
Wisconsin fentanyl deaths have increased by 97% since 2019, prompting state health officials to issue a public health advisory to warn about the number of deaths caused by drugs laced with synthetic substances.
Wisconsin fentanyl deaths have increased by 97% since 2019, prompting state health officials to issue a public health advisory to warn about the number of deaths caused by drugs laced with synthetic substances.
2 Floridians die from bacterial infections linked to raw oysters from Louisiana
A restaurant customer in Fort Lauderdale has died of a bacterial infection after eating raw oysters. A Pensacola man died the same way this month. Both cases involved oysters from Louisiana.
A restaurant customer in Fort Lauderdale has died of a bacterial infection after eating raw oysters. A Pensacola man died the same way this month. Both cases involved oysters from Louisiana.
Human brain not meant to stay awake past midnight, researchers say
Changes in the brain during the nighttime hours can make a person more likely to view the world negatively, engage in harmful behavior, and make impulsive decisions, according to the researchers.
Changes in the brain during the nighttime hours can make a person more likely to view the world negatively, engage in harmful behavior, and make impulsive decisions, according to the researchers.
What's in the Inflation Reduction Act? Health care, climate change goals become law
President Joe Biden arrived at the White House promising to “build back” America, and now he has signed into law legislation with a slimmer version of that idea.
President Joe Biden arrived at the White House promising to “build back” America, and now he has signed into law legislation with a slimmer version of that idea.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk; join FOX6 on Oct. 15
Join FOX6 for the 2022 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Maier Festival Park – South Gate in Milwaukee.
Join FOX6 for the 2022 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Maier Festival Park – South Gate in Milwaukee.
Owners spread monkeypox to their dog, doctors report
Health officials are warning people who are infected with monkeypox to stay away from household pets, since the animals could be at risk of catching the virus.
Health officials are warning people who are infected with monkeypox to stay away from household pets, since the animals could be at risk of catching the virus.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has 'mild' symptoms
First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 while vacationing in South Carolina, the White House said Tuesday. It comes weeks after the president's recovery.
First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 while vacationing in South Carolina, the White House said Tuesday. It comes weeks after the president's recovery.
FDA allows new class of hearing aids to be purchased without a prescription
The devices will be sold online or over-the-counter at pharmacies and other retail stores.
The devices will be sold online or over-the-counter at pharmacies and other retail stores.
Scottish government makes period products free for all
The Scottish government said it became the first in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products.
The Scottish government said it became the first in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products.
Monkeypox vaccination appointments available: Milwaukee Health Department
The Milwaukee Health Department has opened more monkeypox vaccine appointments this week.
The Milwaukee Health Department has opened more monkeypox vaccine appointments this week.
Election seasons are stressful; here are ways to cope
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.