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.
MPS lead crisis; Sean Kane no longer serving as facilities director
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department, along with leaders from Milwaukee Public Schools, discussed the current status of lead hazard response efforts in the district's schools.
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department, along with leaders from Milwaukee Public Schools, discussed the current status of lead hazard response efforts in the district's schools.
Shingles vaccine may cut risk of dementia, study says
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Person dies of rabies after contracting virus from transplanted organ in Ohio
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
Donate Life flag raising; celebrating organ donation with new events
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is celebrating those who have saved lives through donation by hosting several events throughout the month.
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is celebrating those who have saved lives through donation by hosting several events throughout the month.
Measles update: These 5 states now have active outbreaks
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Trump FDA layoffs included staff working on bird flu response: Report
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
Mass layoffs begin at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
Which US city is the healthiest to live in?
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
Lead filter giveaway, Milwaukee group offers resource to community
Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, a Milwaukee organization, distributed filters to help people rid lead from their water at home.
Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, a Milwaukee organization, distributed filters to help people rid lead from their water at home.