Infections linked to 2.3 million global cancer cases in 2024, study finds
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
Ohio cancer patient sues hospital after surgeon allegedly amputated wrong leg
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
VA releases annual veteran suicide prevention report, prevention remains top clinical priority
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
4 simple habits can help slow muscle loss as you age, fitness expert says
A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.
A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.
Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide after failing 'dissolution specifications'
Over 13,000 bottles of blood pressure medication are the subject of a nationwide recall, according to the FDA.
Over 13,000 bottles of blood pressure medication are the subject of a nationwide recall, according to the FDA.
Walk to End Alzheimer's Saturday at Henry Maier Festival Park
Amanda Armstrong, Vice President of Development for the Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin Chapter, stops by Real Milwaukee with Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin Chapter volunteer and walk participant Tanya Kloeffler ahead of this year's event. Learn more: act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=20022&pg=entry alz.org/wi
Amanda Armstrong, Vice President of Development for the Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin Chapter, stops by Real Milwaukee with Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin Chapter volunteer and walk participant Tanya Kloeffler ahead of this year's event. Learn more: act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=20022&pg=entry alz.org/wi
Doctor warns of potential interactions between GLP-1 drugs and cannabis
A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.
A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.
Common kitchen staple may sharpen your brain, and it only takes 2 tablespoons
New research links a small daily serving of a popular food to better attention, faster thinking and memory.
New research links a small daily serving of a popular food to better attention, faster thinking and memory.
Popular weight-loss drugs may play surprising role in cancer outcomes
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.
VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones
When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.
When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.
FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine, but CDC has yet to recommend it
The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.
The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.
People are ditching their vapes only to pick up another surprising habit
E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.
E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.
Modified HIV drug could reverse vision loss, paralysis from MS, study suggests
An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.
An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.
One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
West Nile virus: Racine County human case reported, 1st of year
Racine County health officials on Wednesday reported the first human case of West Nile virus so far this year.
Racine County health officials on Wednesday reported the first human case of West Nile virus so far this year.