CDC raises UK travel warning to highest level amid COVID-19 surge

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control raised its travel alert for the United Kingdom to the highest level amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.

Wisconsin's medical schools address health disparities

The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin are collaborating on a study addressing health disparities in the state.

Wauwatosa man beats COVID thanks to life support system
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In the backyard of his Wauwatosa home, Michael Schultz shows an appreciation for the little things. It includes patio furniture to entertain friends, a smoker to feed them and grass reserved for playing catch with his son, Reed.

Life support system saves Wauwatosa man from lengthy COVID battle

Michael Schultz was diagnosed with COVID-19 on Dec. 30, forced on life support for 60 days and is still recovering from his battle in the hospital.

Alcohol consumption blamed for more than 700k cancer cases in 2020, study says

Results revealed that men accounted for 568,700 alcohol-related cancer and women accounted for 172, 600 in 2020 with the majority of the cancers involved the esophagus, liver and breasts.

Summer habits for an easier back-to-school transition

As school districts are putting the final touches on plans, doctors suggest families do the same. As the beginning of the school year is right around the corner, this semester may look a lot different in the pandemic.

As COVID-19 cases rise in US, surgeon general expresses worry

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is worried about what lies ahead with cases of COVID-19 increasing in every state.

Los Angeles hopes new mask mandate will reverse virus spike

Los Angeles County residents are again required to wear masks indoors regardless of their vaccination status — a new mandate starting this weekend that health officials hope will reverse the latest spikes in coronavirus cases, hospitalizations and deaths.

MPS seeks input on relief fund allocation
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As school districts plan their fall re-opening, addressing the impact and fallout from COVID-19 is still very much at the forefront.

Facebook responds to Biden’s criticism over COVID-19 information

Facebook has responded to the White House's claim that the company isn't doing enough to stop the spread of COVID-19 misinformation.

Community listening sessions aid MPS in relief money allocation

Community members in Milwaukee are being asked to help prioritize relief dollars to help kids get the safe and high-quality education that is needed at Milwaukee Public Schools.

Thousands protest vaccine, COVID passes in France

Thousands of people marched around France on Saturday to protest mandatory vaccinations for health care workers and COVID-19 passes that will be required to enter restaurants and other venues.

Canada closing in on US’ COVID-19 vaccination rate

Canada’s current vaccination rate continues to accelerate, while efforts here in the U.S. have stalled.

Giants minor leaguer who attempted suicide last year joining front office

"Over the last year I've promoted self-love and self-care and the Giants are offering me the opportunity to transition to a role as a mental-health advocate," wrote San Francisco Giants minor leaguer Drew Robinson.

‘Long COVID-19’: Study finds more than 200 symptoms associated with virus

A recent study published in the medical journal Lancet found more than 200 symptoms affecting 10 organ systems associated with the novel coronavirus.

Olivia Rodrigo reads vaccine tweets with Dr. Fauci

Video shared by the White House shows “Drivers License” singer Olivia Rodrigo and Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, reading vaccine tweets aloud.

Biden: Social media 'killing people' with misinformation

President Joe Biden says social media companies are “killing people” by failing to police misinformation on their platforms about the COVID-19 vaccines.