WHO says COVID-19 boosters are needed, reversing previous guidance
An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses.
An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses.
Taller people could be at higher risk for colorectal cancer, study suggests
Researchers found that the individuals who were taller had a 24% higher risk of developing colorectal cancer as opposed to their shorter counterparts.
Researchers found that the individuals who were taller had a 24% higher risk of developing colorectal cancer as opposed to their shorter counterparts.
The Great Return: More companies calling employees back to the office
The Bureau of Labor Statistics said teleworking due to the COVID-19 pandemic dropped in February as more companies reopen their offices.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics said teleworking due to the COVID-19 pandemic dropped in February as more companies reopen their offices.
Wisconsin Lutheran's Jordan Glenn overcomes cardiac issues for big comeback
Every time Jordan Glenn takes the court for Wisconsin Lutheran, it?s a moment to give thanks. But on Jan. 9, 2021, he collapsed during a game at Menomonee Falls High School, suffering from cardiac arrest. That wasn't the first time it happened, but he's made an incredible comeback.
Every time Jordan Glenn takes the court for Wisconsin Lutheran, it?s a moment to give thanks. But on Jan. 9, 2021, he collapsed during a game at Menomonee Falls High School, suffering from cardiac arrest. That wasn't the first time it happened, but he's made an incredible comeback.
Mask guidance eased, Milwaukee County COVID level 'low'
Milwaukee County is considered in the "low" COVID-19 Community Level, per the CDCs guidelines, meaning masks inside are not necessary.
Milwaukee County is considered in the "low" COVID-19 Community Level, per the CDCs guidelines, meaning masks inside are not necessary.
Katie Meyer's parents struggle for answers after daughter's death at Stanford
In an emotional interview, the parents of Stanford University soccer star Katie Meyer say they are struggling to understand why their daughter died by suicide this week.
In an emotional interview, the parents of Stanford University soccer star Katie Meyer say they are struggling to understand why their daughter died by suicide this week.
Milwaukee COVID trends improve for 8th straight week
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate for an eighth consecutive week.
The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate for an eighth consecutive week.
Drinking wine with meals may lower risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds
The study found consuming alcohol with meals was associated with a 14% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to consuming alcohol without eating food.
The study found consuming alcohol with meals was associated with a 14% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to consuming alcohol without eating food.
Deaths among Alzheimer's patients increased by 26% during first year of COVID-19 pandemic: study
Deaths among older Alzheimer's patients surged 26% during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to New Hampshire and Massachusetts researchers.
Deaths among older Alzheimer's patients surged 26% during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to New Hampshire and Massachusetts researchers.
Exercise after COVID-19 vaccine may increase antibodies, study finds
The study demonstrates that 90 minutes of exercise after immunization of the COVID-19 vaccine increases antibody response several weeks later.
The study demonstrates that 90 minutes of exercise after immunization of the COVID-19 vaccine increases antibody response several weeks later.
COVID-19 deaths, cases continue to fall around the world, WHO says
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
Free at-home COVID-19 tests: U.S. households can order second round of kits next week
A second round of free at-home COVID-19 tests will be available for order at COVIDtests.gov starting next week.
A second round of free at-home COVID-19 tests will be available for order at COVIDtests.gov starting next week.
FDA: Abbott baby formula recall expanded to Similac PM after another report of illness
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall to Abbott’s Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formula after another baby was exposed to Cronobacter sakazakii which may have contributed to the child’s death.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall to Abbott’s Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formula after another baby was exposed to Cronobacter sakazakii which may have contributed to the child’s death.
Masks optional indoors at Marquette University beginning March 2
Marquette University announced on Tuesday, March 2 that masks will be optional indoors on campus beginning Wednesday.
Marquette University announced on Tuesday, March 2 that masks will be optional indoors on campus beginning Wednesday.
COVID in Milwaukee County, officials provide update
Milwaukee County officials, including Chief Health Policy Advisor Dr. Ben Weston, provided the latest updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Milwaukee County officials, including Chief Health Policy Advisor Dr. Ben Weston, provided the latest updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pfizer shot offers nearly no protection against infection in 5- to 11-year-olds
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
Milwaukee mask mandate expires March 1; what you need to know
Starting Tuesday, March 1, you will not be required to wear a mask inside Milwaukee's public spaces. But there are different places where you will still need to mask up.
Starting Tuesday, March 1, you will not be required to wear a mask inside Milwaukee's public spaces. But there are different places where you will still need to mask up.
Anti-abortion groups question grants by Wisconsin governor
Anti-abortion groups in Wisconsin on Monday questioned whether Gov. Tony Evers legally awarded about $2.4 million in federal stimulus money to Planned Parenthood, a move they claimed violated a state law prohibiting the funding of abortions.
Anti-abortion groups in Wisconsin on Monday questioned whether Gov. Tony Evers legally awarded about $2.4 million in federal stimulus money to Planned Parenthood, a move they claimed violated a state law prohibiting the funding of abortions.
World Rare Disease Day 2022: Raising awareness about the unknown holiday
The FDA said more than 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States.
The FDA said more than 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States.
The best foods for a good night's sleep
Can’t sleep? Here are the best foods and drinks to incorporate into your diet.
Can’t sleep? Here are the best foods and drinks to incorporate into your diet.