Popular painkiller offers little relief, raises serious health risks, study finds

A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.

Milwaukee burn support group helps survivors heal beyond physical scars

A Milwaukee burn support group has helped survivors heal emotionally since the 1980s, offering connection and peer support for patients facing life after serious burn injuries.

Milwaukee burn support group helps survivors heal
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A Milwaukee burn support group has helped survivors heal emotionally since the 1980s, offering connection and peer support for patients facing life after serious burn injuries.

Caledonia mother seeks help as cancer returns
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A Caledonia mother of four is seeking community support after her cancer returned and spread, leaving her family facing a $300,000 treatment not covered by insurance.

Caledonia mother seeks help as cancer returns, costly treatment looms

A Caledonia mother of four is seeking community support after her cancer returned and spread, leaving her family facing a $300,000 treatment not covered by insurance.

Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed

Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.

Misunderstood illness leaves millions exhausted, with most cases undiagnosed

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.

Wisconsin child deaths tied to respiratory illness; COVID-19 and influenza

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Thursday confirmed two children from Wisconsin have died from respiratory illness this season.

MPS lead crisis: District shares update on lead paint stabilization efforts

Milwaukee Public Schools says lead stabilization work is complete at 99 elementary schools, finishing ahead of deadline and costing more than $43 million, with new steps planned to prevent future issues.

FDA announces urgent recall of dietary supplement due to undeclared ingredients

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent recall of a dietary supplement due to the capsules being tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil, which are FDA approved drugs to treat male erectile dysfunction.

Milwaukee County highlights opioid settlement funding amid federal cuts

Milwaukee County leaders and advocates say opioid settlement dollars are critical for sustaining treatment and recovery services as federal behavioral health funding faces uncertainty.

Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis

A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.

Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds

One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Arctic air arrives Saturday; Milwaukee Health Department offers safety tips

The City of Milwaukee Health Department is urging people to take precautions with cold wind chill conditions forecasted through the weekend.