Alcohol linked to rising colon cancer risk as disease becomes leading killer
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
This major city is introducing paid menstrual leave for female public workers
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
Long-term alcohol habit may be tied to a troubling cancer trend, doctors warn
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Annual CDC mobile lung screenings for coal miners begins in April across several states See where
The annual Centers for Disease Control (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) black lung screenings for coal miners will start in April across several states.
The annual Centers for Disease Control (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) black lung screenings for coal miners will start in April across several states.
National Poison Prevention Week; Tips from the Wisconsin Poison Center
Bre Campbell from the Wisconsin Poison Control Center show us just how quickly mix ups with potentially dangerous chemicals can happen - and what to do if it does
Bre Campbell from the Wisconsin Poison Control Center show us just how quickly mix ups with potentially dangerous chemicals can happen - and what to do if it does
Wisconsin breast cancer screening bill; Governor Evers signs 'Gail's Law'
Governor Evers signed "Gail’s Law" on Thursday, requiring health insurance policies to fully cover medically necessary supplemental breast screenings or diagnostic breast examinations for those with dense breasts or who are at an increased risk of breast cancer.
Governor Evers signed "Gail’s Law" on Thursday, requiring health insurance policies to fully cover medically necessary supplemental breast screenings or diagnostic breast examinations for those with dense breasts or who are at an increased risk of breast cancer.
These states ranks as the best places for doctors in 2026, data suggests
A new WalletHub analysis finds that where doctors choose to practice can significantly affect their pay, workload and overall job satisfaction.
A new WalletHub analysis finds that where doctors choose to practice can significantly affect their pay, workload and overall job satisfaction.
Wisconsin Senate passes PFAS aid compromise; bills head to governor
The Wisconsin Senate approved bipartisan PFAS funding bills on Tuesday, March 17, that send aid to communities impacted by contamination and move the legislation to Gov. Tony Evers for final approval.
The Wisconsin Senate approved bipartisan PFAS funding bills on Tuesday, March 17, that send aid to communities impacted by contamination and move the legislation to Gov. Tony Evers for final approval.
DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Susie Wiles reveals breast cancer diagnosis: 'Grateful it was detected early'
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Judge temporarily blocks federal health officials from reducing vaccine recommendations for children
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin: Donors needed in wake of blizzard
The blizzard that blitzed southeast Wisconsin created a problem for Versiti Blood Centers of Wisconsin. Now, the organization needs your help to resolve that problem.
The blizzard that blitzed southeast Wisconsin created a problem for Versiti Blood Centers of Wisconsin. Now, the organization needs your help to resolve that problem.
Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Bedbug nightmare spreading across South as cases surge in multiple states
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
Poultry shows, exhibitions suspended due to bird flu in southern Wisconsin
To help prevent the spread of bird flu, all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry in southern Wisconsin have been suspended.
To help prevent the spread of bird flu, all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry in southern Wisconsin have been suspended.
Health Watch: Concerns over consulting AI for health info
Artificial intelligence is growing but you probably shouldn't use it as a health resource. The maker of ChatGPT says more than 40 million people consult the platform every day for health information. But new research suggests AI could be misleading folks in certain situations. Joining FOX6 News at 4 to talk about this is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
Artificial intelligence is growing but you probably shouldn't use it as a health resource. The maker of ChatGPT says more than 40 million people consult the platform every day for health information. But new research suggests AI could be misleading folks in certain situations. Joining FOX6 News at 4 to talk about this is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
Milwaukee 'food desert' crisis, city leaders move topic to new committee
Milwaukee leaders were supposed to discuss steps to address the city's "food desert" crisis, but that ended up not happening on Thursday.
Milwaukee leaders were supposed to discuss steps to address the city's "food desert" crisis, but that ended up not happening on Thursday.