Trump Obamacare extension proposal: What to know
The fate of rising healthcare premiums for millions of Americans is still in limbo after the historic government shutdown, but a plan circulating the White House could bring some relief.
The fate of rising healthcare premiums for millions of Americans is still in limbo after the historic government shutdown, but a plan circulating the White House could bring some relief.
‘Perfect storm’: Doctors warn of alarming rise in adult-onset food allergies
More adults are suddenly developing allergic reactions later in life — and experts aren't sure why.
More adults are suddenly developing allergic reactions later in life — and experts aren't sure why.
Donald Glover shares health update: Stroke and heart condition
Donald Glover, who performs under the name Childish Gambino, opened up about a recent health scare that forced him to cancel his tour last year.
Donald Glover, who performs under the name Childish Gambino, opened up about a recent health scare that forced him to cancel his tour last year.
ByHeart formula may have sickened other babies months before botulism outbreak
Parents whose babies were sickened with botulism some nine months before the current outbreak linked to ByHeart formula are demanding answers.
Parents whose babies were sickened with botulism some nine months before the current outbreak linked to ByHeart formula are demanding answers.
Dreaded dental procedure may slash diabetes and heart disease risk, researchers say
Researchers found significant drops in inflammation markers and diabetes risk factors in dozens of patients after they underwent this dreaded dental procedure.
Researchers found significant drops in inflammation markers and diabetes risk factors in dozens of patients after they underwent this dreaded dental procedure.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Tatiana Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, shared in an essay this weekend that she’s been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has less than a year to live.
Tatiana Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, shared in an essay this weekend that she’s been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has less than a year to live.
Overcoming season depression, tips on how to take care of yourself
Life Coach Dr. Carolyn Anderson joined FOX6 WakeUp to help us understand seasonal depression and what we can do to take care of ourselves.
Life Coach Dr. Carolyn Anderson joined FOX6 WakeUp to help us understand seasonal depression and what we can do to take care of ourselves.
Overcoming seasonal depression
The days are getting shorter and shorter, and that means the holidays are getting closer. But many people find their moods shifting too. Life Coach Dr. Carolyn Anderson joined FOX6 WakeUp to help us understand why this happens and what we can do to take care of ourselves.
The days are getting shorter and shorter, and that means the holidays are getting closer. But many people find their moods shifting too. Life Coach Dr. Carolyn Anderson joined FOX6 WakeUp to help us understand why this happens and what we can do to take care of ourselves.
Daily pill slashes 'bad' cholesterol levels by 60% in yearlong trial
A new daily pill could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 60%, according to a new study.
A new daily pill could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 60%, according to a new study.
FDA authorizes drug to treat cats and kittens infected with New World screwworm
In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS). Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.
In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS). Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.
November is National Marrow Awareness Month
The holiday shopping season is upon us and maybe you're stressed about getting it all done. How about giving the gift of life? November is National Marrow Awareness Month. A bone marrow transplant replaces damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells. Dr. Natalie Callandar from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
The holiday shopping season is upon us and maybe you're stressed about getting it all done. How about giving the gift of life? November is National Marrow Awareness Month. A bone marrow transplant replaces damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells. Dr. Natalie Callandar from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
CDC changes website to question safety of vaccines, disproven links to autism
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
Recalled ByHeart baby formula still on store shelves, officials find
At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August.
At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
'Direct Primary Care' as a health care option
A growing trend to help you save on rising health insurance premiums. It's called "Direct Primary Care" and serves as an affordable alternative to day-to-day healthcare costs.
A growing trend to help you save on rising health insurance premiums. It's called "Direct Primary Care" and serves as an affordable alternative to day-to-day healthcare costs.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
Wisconsin urges fans to donate as Badgers battle Huskers in blood drive
Wisconsin and Nebraska are neck and neck in the We Give Blood drive as fans log donations through Dec. 5, with $1 million on the line for the school with the most donors.
Wisconsin and Nebraska are neck and neck in the We Give Blood drive as fans log donations through Dec. 5, with $1 million on the line for the school with the most donors.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.