LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention service cut; local concern raised
The Trump administration announced it is ending the specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth – or "Press 3 option" – for the 988 hotline next month.
The Trump administration announced it is ending the specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth – or "Press 3 option" – for the 988 hotline next month.
Beat the heat with these health tips
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 with some tips on making sure you stay safe outside when it gets dangerously hot.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 with some tips on making sure you stay safe outside when it gets dangerously hot.
Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
FDA approves new twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Here's how it works
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
MPS lead crisis; school district fined for mishandling remediation
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is fining Milwaukee Public Schools for the mishandling of lead remediation.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is fining Milwaukee Public Schools for the mishandling of lead remediation.
Trump administration to end LGBTQ+ youth support on 988 crisis line
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
'Razor blade throat': What to know about COVID's new Nimbus variant
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
Home Chef, Marketside brand recalls pasta sold at Walmart, Kroger stores
The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.
The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.
Cancer could be detected three years before diagnosis with experimental blood test
Test could detect tumors earlier when they are more curable, researchers say.
Test could detect tumors earlier when they are more curable, researchers say.
Senators propose bill to ban prescription drug ads
Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.
Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.
Bruce Willis' wife confesses she 'wants it all back' in raw Father's Day tribute to actor
A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.
A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.
Bill Nye says RFK Jr. spammed his phone with miles of anti-vax texts
Bill Nye the Science Guy once had to block Health Secretary RFK Jr. after he sent “miles and miles” of anti-vaccination texts to his phone, he recalled in a recent interview.
Bill Nye the Science Guy once had to block Health Secretary RFK Jr. after he sent “miles and miles” of anti-vaccination texts to his phone, he recalled in a recent interview.
Hales Corners PFAS, water conversion project breaks ground
A water conversion project broke ground in Hales Corners on Friday, aiming to address so-called "forever chemical" issues for more than 100 households.
A water conversion project broke ground in Hales Corners on Friday, aiming to address so-called "forever chemical" issues for more than 100 households.
Milwaukee celebrates new Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center
Milwaukee County officials celebrated on Friday, June 13, the official opening of the new Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center in Milwaukee's King Park neighborhood.
Milwaukee County officials celebrated on Friday, June 13, the official opening of the new Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center in Milwaukee's King Park neighborhood.
RFK Jr.'s newest CDC vaccine panel includes critics of COVID shots, lockdowns
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.
Fire Watch program; helping veterans, first responders cope with trauma
Veterans and emergency responders are often first to run into the line of fire. Now, a new virtual program is giving them support to work through the trauma.
Veterans and emergency responders are often first to run into the line of fire. Now, a new virtual program is giving them support to work through the trauma.
MPS lead hazards: LaFollette School cleared after stabilization work
The Milwaukee Health Department cleared LaFollette School of lead risks, Milwaukee Public Schools announced Wednesday.
The Milwaukee Health Department cleared LaFollette School of lead risks, Milwaukee Public Schools announced Wednesday.
RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine panel
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced he has dismissed all 17 members of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, citing concerns over conflicts of interest.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced he has dismissed all 17 members of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, citing concerns over conflicts of interest.
Lead concerns in Milwaukee Public Schools; new push for federal help
Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin is making a new push for federal help to address the lead concerns in Milwaukee Public Schools.
Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin is making a new push for federal help to address the lead concerns in Milwaukee Public Schools.
Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.