RFK Jr. calls autism a 'preventable disease,' launches environmental study
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned that U.S. autism diagnoses are rising at an “alarming rate," calling the condition a “preventable disease."
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned that U.S. autism diagnoses are rising at an “alarming rate," calling the condition a “preventable disease."
Brown rice may increase arsenic exposure, new study finds
A new study finds that brown rice contains significantly more arsenic than white rice, raising health concerns—especially for young children. Experts advise rinsing rice and diversifying grains to reduce risk.
A new study finds that brown rice contains significantly more arsenic than white rice, raising health concerns—especially for young children. Experts advise rinsing rice and diversifying grains to reduce risk.
MPS lead crisis; CDC denies Milwaukee's request for help due to layoffs
The Milwaukee Health Department invited the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Centers for Disease Control to help with its lead investigations. But now, those experts aren't coming.
The Milwaukee Health Department invited the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Centers for Disease Control to help with its lead investigations. But now, those experts aren't coming.
MPS lead crisis; CDC wont help Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Health Department invited the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to help with its lead investigations. But the CDC won't help because its lead program has been shut down.
The Milwaukee Health Department invited the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to help with its lead investigations. But the CDC won't help because its lead program has been shut down.
Pfizer ends development of pill to treat obesity after injury reported during trial
The drug manufacturer will no longer study and test danuglipron after a participant in a clinical trial was injured.
The drug manufacturer will no longer study and test danuglipron after a participant in a clinical trial was injured.
Nevada teen saves dad's life after learning CPR in class: 'I just remembered what we practiced'
A Nevada high school student is being praised as a hero after using CPR skills she learned in class to help save her father’s life.
A Nevada high school student is being praised as a hero after using CPR skills she learned in class to help save her father’s life.
Alabama woman has pig kidney removed after a record 130 days
An Alabama woman living with a pig kidney for a record 130 days had it removed after her body began to reject it.
An Alabama woman living with a pig kidney for a record 130 days had it removed after her body began to reject it.
RFK Jr. pledges HHS will determine cause of autism by September
RFK Jr., the head of HHS, said the agency is taking on a "massive testing and research effort" to determine the cause of autism. Here's what to know.
RFK Jr., the head of HHS, said the agency is taking on a "massive testing and research effort" to determine the cause of autism. Here's what to know.
MPS lead crisis; parents address concerns in virtual town hall
Milwaukee Public Schools hosted a virtual town hall on Thursday, April 10, to discuss lead concerns.
Milwaukee Public Schools hosted a virtual town hall on Thursday, April 10, to discuss lead concerns.
Weight loss drugs and Type-1 Diabetes treatment
A new study finds the use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound in people with Type-1 Diabetes has risen sharply. It comes even though there's little information on the drugs' safety and effectiveness for the condition. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about that and other health topics.
A new study finds the use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound in people with Type-1 Diabetes has risen sharply. It comes even though there's little information on the drugs' safety and effectiveness for the condition. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about that and other health topics.
What to know about fluoride in drinking water as CDC plans to change guidance
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to end the use of fluoride in water and intends to tell the CDC to stop recommending fluoridation in communities across the country.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to end the use of fluoride in water and intends to tell the CDC to stop recommending fluoridation in communities across the country.
RFK Jr. puts support behind MMR vaccine amid outbreak
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. After the funeral, Kennedy threw his support behind the MMR vaccine.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. After the funeral, Kennedy threw his support behind the MMR vaccine.
RFK Jr. attends funeral for Texas child who died of measles
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. In a post on social media, Kennedy said the best way to prevent the spread of measles in the MMR vaccine.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. In a post on social media, Kennedy said the best way to prevent the spread of measles in the MMR vaccine.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported
A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.
A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.
Fundraiser for Milwaukee girl's treatment, diner to donate proceeds
A Milwaukee girl's family is trying to raise money for what they hope is a treatment that could ease the symptoms of her severe cerebral palsy.
A Milwaukee girl's family is trying to raise money for what they hope is a treatment that could ease the symptoms of her severe cerebral palsy.
Candida auris, a deadly fungus, is on the rise in hospitals, senior facilities
Cases of Candida auris, a dangerous, drug-resistant fungus, are rising in hospitals and senior care centers across the U.S.
Cases of Candida auris, a dangerous, drug-resistant fungus, are rising in hospitals and senior care centers across the U.S.
Trade war escalates; impact on local toy store
A trade war is being escalated after President Trump announced a tariffs hike, and a local toy store will likely see impacts from the change in tariffs.
A trade war is being escalated after President Trump announced a tariffs hike, and a local toy store will likely see impacts from the change in tariffs.
Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
MPS lead crisis; facilities director out
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a leadership change at Milwaukee Public Schools. Sean Kane is no longer serving as MPS' facilities and maintenance director.
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a leadership change at Milwaukee Public Schools. Sean Kane is no longer serving as MPS' facilities and maintenance director.
Shingles vaccine may help prevent dementia
Scientists now say a shingles shot may also protect against dementia. Researchers compared health data from people who did and did not get the vaccine. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to share all the information on that and other health topics.
Scientists now say a shingles shot may also protect against dementia. Researchers compared health data from people who did and did not get the vaccine. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to share all the information on that and other health topics.