West Allis identifies 1st monkeypox case in resident
The West Allis Health Department identified on Friday, July 29 the city's first case of monkeypox in a resident.
The West Allis Health Department identified on Friday, July 29 the city's first case of monkeypox in a resident.
Back-to-school: Milwaukee Health Department fair gets families ready
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday held its 21st annual Back to School Health Fair, helping students and families get ready.
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday held its 21st annual Back to School Health Fair, helping students and families get ready.
Salmonella: 6 sick from 'shelled peas' from WI farmer's markets
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is investigating cases of Salmonella associated with shelled peas sold at farmer's markets around the state in July.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is investigating cases of Salmonella associated with shelled peas sold at farmer's markets around the state in July.
COVID omicron vaccine: US reaches deal with Moderna for winter booster shots
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
Hartford auto detailer leukemia fight, August profits donated
Jim Linski, an auto-shop employee in Hartford, insists on continuing to work, even while fighting cancer. His boss is focused on helping him pay for treatment, and you can help. It's as easy as getting your car cleaned.
Jim Linski, an auto-shop employee in Hartford, insists on continuing to work, even while fighting cancer. His boss is focused on helping him pay for treatment, and you can help. It's as easy as getting your car cleaned.
MPS mask rules; school board votes to follow CDC metric
The Milwaukee Public Schools board debated the district's mask requirements for the upcoming school year.
The Milwaukee Public Schools board debated the district's mask requirements for the upcoming school year.
MPS mask rules; school board votes to follow CDC metric
The Milwaukee Public Schools board voted to switch to the CDC's COVID-19 Community Levels metric system when it comes to mask guidance.
The Milwaukee Public Schools board voted to switch to the CDC's COVID-19 Community Levels metric system when it comes to mask guidance.
Wisconsin Monkeypox vaccines: Limited supply to those high-risk
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced expanded eligibility for the monkeypox vaccine for those considered high-risk.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced expanded eligibility for the monkeypox vaccine for those considered high-risk.
Deadly bacteria found in continental U.S. soil for the first time
Melioidosis, or Whitmore’s disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and can infect any organ, including the brain.
Melioidosis, or Whitmore’s disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and can infect any organ, including the brain.
Teen becomes caregiver for cancer-stricken parents: 'It's all love'
Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.
Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.
Women gaining nearly twice as much weight as men, study finds
About 42% of Americans are considered obese, up from 30.5% in 2000.
About 42% of Americans are considered obese, up from 30.5% in 2000.
WHO leader: Men at risk of monkeypox should limit sex for now
The head of the World Health Organization advises men at risk of monkeypox to consider limiting sexual partners for now.
The head of the World Health Organization advises men at risk of monkeypox to consider limiting sexual partners for now.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19: ‘Back to the Oval’
Biden spoke publicly Wednesday to a round of applause, telling Americans that “COVID isn't gone” but that serious illness can be avoided with vaccines, booster shoots and treatments.
Biden spoke publicly Wednesday to a round of applause, telling Americans that “COVID isn't gone” but that serious illness can be avoided with vaccines, booster shoots and treatments.
Staying fit at any age
A new Milwaukee-area program launches to show a fit and active life doesn't have to end as you age.
A new Milwaukee-area program launches to show a fit and active life doesn't have to end as you age.
Donate blood to Red Cross, earn chance to win gas for a year
The American Red Cross has faced a concerning drop in blood and platelet donations this summer. Donors are needed to make an appointment to give in August to help prevent a blood shortage.
The American Red Cross has faced a concerning drop in blood and platelet donations this summer. Donors are needed to make an appointment to give in August to help prevent a blood shortage.
COVID infections impact TSA, American and Southwest Airlines at LAX: report
COVID surge among Los Angeles International Airport staff includes cases where patients have since recovered from virus.
COVID surge among Los Angeles International Airport staff includes cases where patients have since recovered from virus.
Napping could lead to high blood pressure, stroke, study suggests
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.
FDA's ongoing analysis finds toxic arsenic, lead in certain baby foods — tips for parents to limit exposure
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
Monkeypox: 1st case in Kenosha County
Kenosha County has identified its first confirmed case of orthopoxvirus (monkeypox).
Kenosha County has identified its first confirmed case of orthopoxvirus (monkeypox).
Woman hospitalized after suffering 15 spider bites, contracting flesh-eating bacteria
Susi Feltch-Malohifo’ou has had more than 10 pounds of dead tissue removed and doctors are continuing to treat her, according to her son.
Susi Feltch-Malohifo’ou has had more than 10 pounds of dead tissue removed and doctors are continuing to treat her, according to her son.