UK boy, 12, taken off life support after highly-publicized court battle
The legal battle is the latest in a series of very public British cases in which parents and doctors have sparred over who is better qualified to make decisions about a child’s medical care.
The legal battle is the latest in a series of very public British cases in which parents and doctors have sparred over who is better qualified to make decisions about a child’s medical care.
China resort city goes into COVID-19 lockdown stranding thousands
There were 229 confirmed cases on Friday and an additional 129 on Saturday.
There were 229 confirmed cases on Friday and an additional 129 on Saturday.
Illinois daycare worker contracts monkeypox, children exposed
Even though health experts say the monkeypox virus is largely impacting a certain population, the grim reality is anyone can catch it.
Even though health experts say the monkeypox virus is largely impacting a certain population, the grim reality is anyone can catch it.
Spain reports first deaths from acute hepatitis in children
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
NUK glass baby bottles sold on Amazon recalled over high lead levels
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Children's Wisconsin, UW-Whitewater get youth mental health funding
Gov. Tony Evers announced millions of dollars in funding for Children's Wisconsin and UW-Whitewater for youth mental health services.
Gov. Tony Evers announced millions of dollars in funding for Children's Wisconsin and UW-Whitewater for youth mental health services.
Youth mental health: Children's Wisconsin, UW-Whitewater get funding
Gov. Tony Evers announced millions of dollars in funding for Children's Wisconsin and UW-Whitewater for youth mental health services.
Gov. Tony Evers announced millions of dollars in funding for Children's Wisconsin and UW-Whitewater for youth mental health services.
Milwaukee Health Department: Monkeypox vaccine appointments available
The Milwaukee Health Department is collaborating with community organizations and clinics to vaccinate Milwaukee individuals at the highest risk of being exposed to monkeypox.
The Milwaukee Health Department is collaborating with community organizations and clinics to vaccinate Milwaukee individuals at the highest risk of being exposed to monkeypox.
Eating ultra-processed food linked to faster cognitive decline in older adults, study says
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Cudahy Health Department: Monkeypox vaccination clinic opens Aug. 3
The Cudahy Health Department is offering the monkeypox vaccine at the 3rd Coast Clinic, located at 5050 S. Lake Dr. in Cudahy.
The Cudahy Health Department is offering the monkeypox vaccine at the 3rd Coast Clinic, located at 5050 S. Lake Dr. in Cudahy.
Updated COVID omicron booster vaccine by fall
An updated COVID-19 shot could be available as early as September. It would mark the first modification to the current vaccine.
An updated COVID-19 shot could be available as early as September. It would mark the first modification to the current vaccine.
Updated COVID omicron booster vaccine by fall
An updated COVID-19 shot could be available as early as September. The modified vaccine would be geared toward the omicron variant, so BA.4 and BA.5, the dominant omicron subvariants now. Health experts say it could be available just in time for the school year.
An updated COVID-19 shot could be available as early as September. The modified vaccine would be geared toward the omicron variant, so BA.4 and BA.5, the dominant omicron subvariants now. Health experts say it could be available just in time for the school year.
Racine identifies case of monkeypox, 1st in the city
The City of Racine announced on Monday, Aug. 1 that it has identified its first confirmed case of monkeypox. Health Officer Dottie-Kay Bowersox noted that the risk to the general public is low.
The City of Racine announced on Monday, Aug. 1 that it has identified its first confirmed case of monkeypox. Health Officer Dottie-Kay Bowersox noted that the risk to the general public is low.
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
USDA proposes new rules on salmonella for food processors — or risk shutdowns
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
Tanner Ziarek New Berlin neuroblastoma fundraiser for 2-year-old boy
Tanner Ziarek, 2, of New Berlin is fighting neuroblastoma. On Sunday, a benefit was held for the family.
Tanner Ziarek, 2, of New Berlin is fighting neuroblastoma. On Sunday, a benefit was held for the family.
Tanner Ziarek New Berlin neuroblastoma fundraiser for 2-year-old boy
Tanner Ziarek, 2, of New Berlin is fighting neuroblastoma. On Sunday, a benefit was held for the family.
Tanner Ziarek, 2, of New Berlin is fighting neuroblastoma. On Sunday, a benefit was held for the family.
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness
Milwaukee COVID cases, positivity worsen for 6th consecutive week
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported that the COVID-19 case burden has positivity have both worsened for a sixth consecutive week.
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported that the COVID-19 case burden has positivity have both worsened for a sixth consecutive week.