These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
Ascension, UnitedHealthcare battle puts Wisconsin patients at higher bill risk
Ascension Wisconsin and UnitedHealthcare are in contract negotiations, with Ascension warning it could go out-of-network Oct. 1.
Ascension Wisconsin and UnitedHealthcare are in contract negotiations, with Ascension warning it could go out-of-network Oct. 1.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Greendale man giving blood since 1999, encourages others to donate
Giving back isn’t always about how much money you can donate. For one Greendale man, it’s all about rolling up his sleeve for a good cause.
Giving back isn’t always about how much money you can donate. For one Greendale man, it’s all about rolling up his sleeve for a good cause.
MPS lead risk: Pre-1950 elementary buildings clear
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced on Friday, Sept. 5 that all 50 MPS schools built before 1950 that serve elementary students are cleared of lead risks. The final two schools received clearances Thursday night.
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced on Friday, Sept. 5 that all 50 MPS schools built before 1950 that serve elementary students are cleared of lead risks. The final two schools received clearances Thursday night.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Birth defect risks for most women
Two-thirds of women younger than 50 have at least one lifestyle factor increasing the risk of birth defects. A study from the CDC defined five areas where women can help control risks. Dr. Robert Freidel from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to share more.
Two-thirds of women younger than 50 have at least one lifestyle factor increasing the risk of birth defects. A study from the CDC defined five areas where women can help control risks. Dr. Robert Freidel from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to share more.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Wisconsin measles dashboard launched by Department of Health Services
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) launched on Tuesday, Sept. 2, a dashboard to share updates on measles cases in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) launched on Tuesday, Sept. 2, a dashboard to share updates on measles cases in Wisconsin.
Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee offers resources
The third annual Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee took place on Saturday. There were resources and activities for kids and families.
The third annual Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee took place on Saturday. There were resources and activities for kids and families.
Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
Williams Bay water contaminated; high temps led to increased nitrite
An urgent water warning continues in Williams Bay, and we now know this all began after two kids got sick.
An urgent water warning continues in Williams Bay, and we now know this all began after two kids got sick.
2025 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk; sign up now
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Maier Festival Park South Gate on Milwaukee's lakefront.
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Maier Festival Park South Gate on Milwaukee's lakefront.
New FDA guidance on COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA is changing its guidance on who gets COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
The FDA is changing its guidance on who gets COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Brewers, Aurora reunite pediatric patients for another surprise
Three Aurora pediatric patients got an MVP experience at Brewers spring training earlier this year. On Tuesday, they reunited – and got a surprise.
Three Aurora pediatric patients got an MVP experience at Brewers spring training earlier this year. On Tuesday, they reunited – and got a surprise.
What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.